Category: What’s On
The hugely popular FANGIRLS musical is making its Melbourne debut at Arts Centre Melbourne – Playhouse Theatre from 28 April– 9 May 2021 as a part of a national tour. Advertisement Image credit: Brett Boardman From award-winning playwright Yve Blake, this energetic musical will be showing in Melbourne for the first time following sell-out crowds for Belvoir’s season at the Seymour Centre. […]
The NGV has opened their doors for the first time in months and boy have we missed it. Against all challenges, they have managed to launch an impressive gallery-wide exhibition called NGV Triennial. This large-scale exhibition of international contemporary art, design and architecture is now showing at the NGV until 18 April 2021. Free and exclusive to […]
Japanese artist Misaki Kawai brings her playful dog characters to the NGV Kids Gallery as part of NGV Triennial. Moja Moja Life: Misaki Kawai for Kids is a colourful immersive play space inspired by dog parks and dog salons. Using her playful approach when making art, she has created a group of furry dog sculptures and […]
IMAGINARIA is an immersive play experience that has just arrived in Melbourne. Families can navigate through a series of custom-built installations that are housed within a giant inflatable bubble. Each installation is fully interactive, with sound, scent and light activating in response to movement as you go through. Advertisement There are seven worlds to explore within […]
As Victorian families face another school holiday in lockdown, State Library Victoria has launched free online programs for kids. The free online programs are designed to inspire creativity, imagination and interactive play, bringing fun to lounge rooms and connecting families across the state. Activities include craft workshops, online puzzles, games, story talks and more. Advertisement […]
A series of enchanting exhibits from the British Library’s Harry Potter: A History of Magic exhibition is now available for families to enjoy online via Google Arts and Culture. “The exhibition takes visitors on a fascinating journey through the history of magic – from mermaids to crystal balls, from broomsticks to garden gnomes! It’s been enormous fun choosing […]
As educational services around Melbourne start closing their doors due to COVID-19, numerous online Storytime projects are popping up locally and internationally. This is a wonderful opportunity for kids to engage with Storytellers from the comfort of their home. Advertisement https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsmRJ3v457o&list=PLNhKiphXqlW9vdLzwmuRx2Db8-oPNYmxd ABC Kids Play School Story Time Enjoy watching some of your favourite Australian storytellers […]
With the temporary closure of the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), a selection of NGV Kids’ activities are available for families to enjoy at home. The NGV Gallery will also share over 75,000 works with the public via their Virtual Tours, Online Collection Galleries and NGV Channel. “Art has the power to positively impact children’s […]
As Melbourne starts to shut down due to COVID-19, parents are on the search for interesting ways to pass the time at home. With the help of Google Arts & Culture families have the opportunity to enrich their lives with art, culture, history and travel without leaving their house. Advertisement Google Arts and Culture Google […]
Billy Elliot The Musical has returned to Melbourne at the stunning Regent Theatre to celebrate its 10th Anniversary Australian Tour. With millions of fans across five continents, Melbourne now has the chance to experience this heartfelt and unforgettable production once again. Advertisement RELATED: Harry Potter Experiences Across Melbourne Billy Elliot The Musical Melbourne, image credit […]
Petrina Hicks: Bleached Gothic is the first major survey exhibition of Australian photographer Petrina Hicks. More than 50 photographs and videos will be on display at NGV Australia, Federation Square until 29 March 2020. Over her fifteen-year career, Hicks (1972– ) has gained a strong reputation for her large-scale, hyperreal photographs that subvert and disrupt the photographic language of advertising […]
Brass Monkeys at the Melba Spiegeltent is a high-energy, family-friendly show that combines circus skills, comedy, and live music to entertain kids and adults alike. From the creators of Children are Stinky, this show brings laughter, acrobatics, and audience participation together in a fun, unforgettable performance. Advertisement Image: Brass Monkeys, credit Kiddiehood Directed by Malia […]