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‘A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical’ is making its Australian debut in Melbourne this year
This uplifting musical memoir, telling the tale of American rock legend Neil Diamond, opens in August
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Bernie Dieter’s Club Kabarett
This is kabarett, German-style: raw, edgy, gritty, provocative and political
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Richard Roxburgh and Damon Herriman tear strips off one another in this ferociously funny chamber piece
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Game. Set. Match.
Megan Wilding’s Malthouse play is here to serve a rom-com with smarts and shade
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Waitress the Musical
Something sweet is coming to Melbourne – and it’s not a new dessert pop-up
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Blanc de Blanc Encore
A world-renowned show that’s all things quirky Parisian cabaret, comedy and Champagne extends it run at an ace pop-up arts precinct in Melbourne
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NGV Friday Nights
NGV Friday Nights returns with a sparkling line-up of music, film and art to celebrate the exclusive Cartier exhibition
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Independent Music Exchange
Independent Music Exchange hits Northcote Town Hall on June 6–7 with 50+ indie labels, vinyl records and workshops for future music makers
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert
Watch a nostalgic film become even more magical with the backing of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra at Hamer Hall
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Heartbreak Hotel
This tear-inducing and tender-hearted musical returns to Melbourne in July for one week only
Theatre
Game. Set. Match.
Megan Wilding’s Malthouse play is here to serve a rom-com with smarts and shade
Theatre
Death of a Salesman
Neil Armfield’s magnificent revival of a 70-year-old classic is returning to Melbourne for a limited run in August 2026
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Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft – The Tour (Live in 3D)
Pop-star charisma and James Cameron wizardry combine in a roof-raising concert doc
Film
Our Land
Britain’s feudal past (and present) comes under the spotlight in a Right to Roam doc with a political edge
Film
The Devil Wears Prada 2
Meryl Streep slays in this wildly enjoyable highlight of Hollywood’s spring ’26 collection
