Melbourne’s arts and culture venues are brimming with exciting things and that includes musicals, shows and theatre productions. Take a look below at what’s on stage now at Melbourne theatres and what’s coming up over the next few months and in 2023.
While you’re here, though, we don’t want you to forget about the Alexander McQueen Exhibition opening at the NGV this summer, the free Melbourne Symphony Orchestra concerts, and Candlelight.
Now, onto the musicals, shows and theatre productions.
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On Stage Now
Hamilton
Don’t throw away your shot… to see Hamilton in Melbourne. The thrilling musical follows the life of Alexander Hamilton, an American revolutionary and Founding Father. Hamilton, they say, is the story of America then, told by the America of now.
Where: Her Majesty’s Theatre, Melbourne CBD
When: Until January 15
Find out more Hamilton ticketing info here.Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Originally a two-part epic, this beloved stage play is coming back to Melbourne in a reimagined, one-part format. Return to Hogwarts and enjoy the magic over one afternoon or evening.
Where: Princess Theatre, CBD
When: Until April 30
Find more Harry Potter information here.Friends, The Musical Parody
Join Ross, Rachel, Chandler, Monica, Joey and Phoebe as they hang out at Central Perk for a night of belly laughs and boisterous fun with this musical that lovingly pokes fun at the beloved show.
Where: Athenaeum Theatre, Melbourne CBD
When: Until December 17
Get in on the goss for Friends here.A Christmas Carol
Starring David Wenham as Scrooge, and featuring twelve Christmas carols and plenty of fun and immersive moments, this interpretation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is a must-see.
Where: Comedy Theatre
When: Until December 24
Bring joy to your world.Coming in 2023
Madagascar — The Musical
Get ready to move it, move it because all of our favourite friends from the animated movie will escape the zoo and roam freely on stage. Just like the movie, you’ll follow along the adventures of your crack-a-lackin’ friends, Alex the lion, Marty the zebra, Melman the giraffe and Gloria the hippo.
Where: Comedy Theatre
When: January 4 to 15
Move it, move it.Tick, Tick… Boom!
This autobiographical musical by Johnathan Larson, the composer of Rent, is a love letter to theatre and New York City.
Where: Comedy Theatre
When: From February 1
Get all the Tick, Tick… Boom! info here.The Mousetrap
Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap is coming to Australia in celebration of its Platinum jubilee. The Mousetrap has kept audiences captivated since it first opened in 1952. Directed by the illustrious Robyn Nevin and produced by John Frost for Crossroads Live Australia, The Mousetrap has kept audiences captivated since it first opened in 1952.
Where: Comedy Theatre
When: February 2023
Find out if the mouse does get trapped.Cruel Intentions
You know how the movie goes, but Cruel Intentions is coming in hot as a musical. It’s the best (NSYNC, BOYZ II MEN, Britney Spears, No Doubt and Jewel) and the worst (manipulation, seduction, revenge) of the 90s. There’s no way you won’t be laughing and dancing in the aisles at this adaptation.
Where: Athenaeum Theatre, Melbourne CBD
When: From February 16
Get cruel and get all the info you need.& Juliet
After premiering on London’s West End in 2019, and playing in Toronto, this critically-acclaimed Shakespearean show is having its Australian premiere, right here in Melbourne.
Where: Regent Theatre
When: From February 26
Get all the & Juliet tea here.Midnight
This romantic comedy musical is loosely inspired by the classic Cinderella story. Midnight the musical features Ella, a feisty young heroine, and The Prince, who is captivated by her and finds himself in uncharted territory. But there’s much more than that going on.
Where: Comedy Theatre
When: From June
A new fairytale begins.Rolling Thunder Vietnam
Rolling Thunder Vietnam producer, Rebecca Blake shares, “The show has earned rave reviews as ‘an electrifying tour de force’ that ‘reaches deep into the soul’. It connects to a broad audience, not only because of its brilliant songs but because it has so much humanity and heart.”
Where: Palais Theatre
When: From June
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