Theatre, musicals, plays and dance shows in Melbourne

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Tickets cancelled? Here's why you should say no to refunds

After being forced to shut to contain COVID-19, MTC gave guests the option of donating their ticket cost. Here's why that's a good idea.

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9 to 5 the Musical hits Melbourne this year

Dolly Parton's stage version of hit 1980 comedy 9 to 5 is coming to Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre this winter.

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Here's what's coming up at Malthouse Theatre

Cancellations aside, there's still a lot to look forward to this year at Malthouse.

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Melbourne theatre and musicals this month

The weather might be cooling down but Melbourne's theatre scene is heating up.

Theatre, dance, musicals and opera on now in Melbourne

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March

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A guide to Melbourne's theatre scene

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The best new and upcoming musicals

From indie shows to international blockbusters, here are the musicals you should book in to see

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The best new and upcoming Melbourne shows

Our critics' picks for theatre, musicals, opera and dance in Melbourne

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Latest Melbourne theatre reviews

Check out the latest theatre, musical, opera and dance reviews from Time Out's critics

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Where to sit in Melbourne's theatres

Melbourne is blessed with a wealth of theatres, from the grand old dames to the kooky hidden gems; no city in Australia can lay claim to as many in as good a condition as ours. But inside those venues, not all seats are created equal. Sure, there are some shows so spectacular and unmissable you’d happily sit anywhere, but most experiences in the theatre can be augmented by the best seats in the house. And occasionally ruined by the worst. So, without further ado, we give them to you. RECOMMENDED: How to score cheap theatre tickets in Melbourne.