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Melbourne Holi Festival’s main objective is to celebrate unity in diversity and bring communities together on the occasion of Holi, the Festival of Colours.
Come on down to We call it Jazz in Melbourne! With a mix of carefully chosen classics and spontaneous improvisation, this feel-good live music performance takes you on a journey to the roots of this revolutionary genre.
The first-ever Sanrio authentic musical is coming to town! Join us for "Hello Kitty's Super Adventure," an enchanting live musical extravaganza featuring Hello Kitty, My Melody, Daniel, Bad Badtz-Maru, and U * SA * HA * NA.
Brunswick Ballroom is set to transform into a world of espionage and glamour as ‘Johnny Fuego and the Heat’, featuring the powerhouse vocals of Loretta Miller, present The Music of James Bond - Live in Concert.
Explore the magical ingredients of the Symphony Orchestra through the iconic music of John Williams, Saint-Saëns and Stravinsky.
A spellbinding line-up of instrumental characters, timbral spells and conducting magic creates an immersive orchestral experience for all.
Cameron Mackintosh, in association with Nick Grace Management and Live Nation Australia are delighted to announce that LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR is coming to the ICC Theatre Sydney on 30 April 2025, to be followed by Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne from 14 May 2025 and then Brisbane Entertainment Centre from 28 May 2025 for strictly limited performances.
Experience the magic of the latest Star Wars trilogy as The Force Awakens comes to the concert hall with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.
Pull up a cushion and explore the music of Mozart's Symphony No.40, led by presenter Karen Kyriakou.
Watch the wand choose the wizard, a troll run amok and magic mirrors in high-definition while the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams’ iconic score.
TEG DAINTY has proudly announced that one of the best-selling music artists of all time, Katy Perry, is set to embark on her Australian tour in June 2025 - The Lifetimes Tour presented by Snaffle.
Join us for the third edition of this popular live event featuring highlights from the countdown!
Pull up a cushion and explore the music of Borodin's Polovtsian Dances, led by presenter Karen Kyriakou.
A winner with audiences and critics alike, DreamWorks’ How to Train Your Dragon is a captivating and original story that combines humor, fire-breathing action and epic adventure!
Pull up a cushion and explore the music of Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition, led by presenter Karen Kyriakou.
Pull up a cushion and explore the music of Grieg's Piano Concerto, led by presenter Karen Kyriakou.
The world's most romantic ballet is re-imagined as a circus spectacular, full of Circa’s signature physicality and shot through with cheeky humour and a thoroughly contemporary energy.
Eliza leads the audience on an interactive musical adventure from a small country town to the big stage at Hamer Hall, exploring some of her favourite pieces along the way.
Katya Kabanova is a turbulent love story by Czech composer Leoš Janáček that does not shy away from raw, human feeling.
Pull up a cushion and explore the music of Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake, led by presenter Karen Kyriakou.
Pull up a cushion and explore the music of Mendelssohn's A Midsummer Night's Dream, led by presenter Karen Kyriakou.
Join the MSO for a magical performance perfect for the whole family featuring traditional carols, modern holiday favourites and classically Christmas selections.
Pull up a cushion and explore the music of Dukas' The Sorcerer's Apprentice, led by presenter Karen Kyriakou.
With captivating clips from your favourite Disney animated films projected live on the big screen, this world premiere concert promises to mesmerise and delight.
Come and celebrate at one of the most loved Holi festivals in Melbourne's city.
Get primed for a massive, all-ages, high-energy pop party as part of Open Air at the Square – three months of free gigs, concerts and outdoor cinema at Fed Square from January till March.
Get ready for a spectacular two-day celebration of love, unity, and vibrant colours at the Holi Festival of Colours.
2025 will see a live revival of this massive catalogue, all penned by Per Gessle, when he takes the Roxette band back on stage to do what he loves the most; perform his songs live in front of a dedicated audience. Per and the Roxette band will be joined on stage by Swedish singer and megastar Lena Philipsson.
DreamWorks Animation, Universal Destinations and Experiences and TEG Life Like Touring are delighted to announce the World Premiere season of GABBY'S DOLLHOUSE LIVE! opening Down Under in 2025. The Australian tour will play Melbourne’s Princess Theatre ahead of tour dates in Perth, Canberra, Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide and Hobart from March to April 2025.
This show is a spectacle of rhythm, dance, circus and comedy guaranteed to blow your mind!
Following the news of her highly anticipated third studio album HIT ME HARD AND SOFT, set for release on May 17, Billie Eilish has announced Australian arena dates, produced by Live Nation and Frontier Touring, for her HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR.
The underwater inspired, fun-filled family day out, includes an array of roving performers, face painting, singing, dancing, and of course, Lenny's famous Toddler Techno Show, with special appearances by Lenny's favourite friend, Kuma The Monkey LIVE and some surprise guests.
The Telling Tales Tour will be a celebration of songs old and new, of voice, storytelling, emotion, humour, and music that transports and transcends. Of discovering anew each night the transformative connection between the performer and the audience.
Vaslav Nijinsky was at the height of his career during the early 20th century. His unparalleled performances brought him adoring fans while his evocative and sensual choreography caused riots in theatres in Paris.
Kylie has announced her highly anticipated ‘Tension Tour’ for 2025, which will see the global icon perform in cities across the globe and is set to be Kylie’s biggest tour since 2011.
From his very first concerts in Australia in 1984, Bryan Adams is a long-time live favourite Down Under. Now the Canadian rock icon will bring his So Happy It Hurts Tour to Australia and New Zealand in February 2025, with special guest James Arthur (UK).
The MSO has been performing outdoor concerts for more than 90 years, and has presented our annual free concert series at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl since 1959.
Pull up a cushion and explore the music of Saint-Saëns' Carnival of the Animals, led by presenter Karen Kyriakou.
Experience the on-screen adventure of everyone’s favourite archaeologist and action hero, with John Williams’ score performed live by the MSO.
Performing upbeat songs of friendship, confidence, and positivity, ARIA-nominated Zindzi & The Zillionaires take to the stage with their head-bopping blend of RnB, hip hop and rap.
Step into a magical realm with Prokofiev’s Cinderella.
Pop duo Turtle and Sugar Rush turn Elisabeth Murdoch Hall into an unforgettable day-doof disco.
An interactive live experience for kids and families, Woody’s Bush Cabaret blends music, puppetry, theatre and, of course, Woody’s signature ukulele playing.
Mobile MESS is a hands-on workshop that invites young kids aged 7-12 to explore the magic of electronic sound creation.
Multi-award winning production Billy Elliot is being staged in Geelong for the first time ever in January 2025!
Celebrating more than 40 years of New Year’s Eve at Hamer Hall, this spectacular gala event is packed with orchestral classics, traditional anthems, Broadway hits and more, performed by a glittering lineup of star performers, including Silvie Paladino, Paulini and Josh Piterman.
On Christmas Eve, Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl lights up as families and friends gather to celebrate the festive season with performances of their favourite Christmas carols.
Experience the ultimate romantic comedy with a live orchestra.
Buy your tickets now to discover the music of Taylor Swift at Athenaeum Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Melbourne.
Buy your tickets now to discover the music of Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake and more featuring ballet at Collingwood Town Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
The magnificent Melbourne Town Hall will be filled with the combined voices of the Performing Choir, Young Men’s Choir and Old Boys’ Choir, together with the NBCA Training Choirs, accompanied by piano and the Town Hall Grand Organ.
