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Now or Never returns to Melbourne/Narrm this August for its third year, bringing an inspiring program that blends art, sound, technology and big ideas. Running Thursday 21 – Sunday 31 August 2025, this city-wide festival will transform some of Melbourne’s most iconic venues and public spaces with over 140 free and ticketed events, featuring 285+ […]

Broadway’s smash-hit musical In The Heights has arrived in Melbourne, and what a joyous and powerful production it is. The show opened at the Comedy Theatre last night, bringing with it an explosion of colour, energy, and heart. Created by musical mastermind Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hamilton, Moana), In The Heights was his debut work, and it’s […]

Staged in the Arts Centre Melbourne’s The Show Room, Yong is a new Australian play by Jenevieve Chang, adapted from the novel Yong: The Journey of an Unworthy Son by Janeen Brian. While the story is fictional, it’s grounded in real history and sensitively explores themes of migration, cultural identity, and resilience. Advertisement RELATED: Kimberly […]

Kimberly Akimbo: A Musical has made its way to Arts Centre Melbourne, presented by Melbourne Theatre Company and State Theatre Company South Australia. This production brings all the sharp wit, big laughs, and emotional depth that made it a Broadway sensation. After its Broadway premiere in November 2022, the show went on to win five […]

Here You Come Again has officially opened at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre, lighting up the stage with the sparkle, sass, and spirit of Dolly Parton. Featuring her greatest hits, this heartwarming musical promises a feel-good night out packed with laughter, toe-tapping tunes, and plenty of glitter. Advertisement RELATED: Beetlejuice The Musical Review – Melbourne’s Regent Theatre […]

I never really connected with the 1988 Beetlejuice film growing up, but after hearing strong reviews of the stage adaptation, I was keen to experience Beetlejuice The Musical, now playing at Melbourne’s Regent Theatre. With its blend of dark humour, eye-popping visuals, and high-energy performances, this bold reimagining of Tim Burton’s cult classic proved to […]

Are you looking for exciting things to do with kids during the July school holidays in Melbourne? Family Fiesta is back at Monash University Performing Arts Centres (MPAC) from 9 – 12 July 2025, with a jam-packed program of creative, hands-on fun for children and families. This year, Family Fiesta will transport young explorers to the […]

The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale is now showing at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre, bringing J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendary fantasy trilogy to life on stage in a single, ambitious production. Condensing the sweeping journey of The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King into one musical is no […]

Last night, we attended our first Water Lantern Festival at Queens Park in Moonee Ponds, Melbourne. It was a moving experience — sharing messages, watching lanterns drift across the water, and taking a moment to pause. It felt personal and connected, with families and individuals coming together in a thoughtful way. Advertisement RELATED: Top Winter […]

We headed to Caulfield Racecourse to experience the DroneArt Show Melbourne presented by Fever — a candlelit outdoor concert combined with a drone light show. As someone who adores Candlelight Concerts, the idea of pairing beautiful live music with a cutting-edge drone light show immediately caught my attention. This was my first time seeing a […]

The acclaimed West End and Broadway hit Hadestown has arrived in Melbourne — and it’s every bit as powerful and haunting as I had hoped. After reading glowing reviews of the Sydney season, I was eager to see what all the praise was about. I attended the show with my daughter, who has been fascinated […]

Victoria’s winter school holidays in 2025 run from Saturday, 5 July to Sunday, 20 July 2025 — the perfect time for families to explore the best kid-friendly events Melbourne has to offer. Melbourne’s winter school holiday calendar is packed with creative arts festivals, interactive exhibitions, and fun-filled live shows to keep children entertained and inspired […]