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Regent Theatre

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  • Melbourne
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Time Out says

Melbourne's lavish Regent Theatre was first opened in 1929 as a picture palace that embodied the glorious fantasy and escapism of the Hollywood era. There's no denying the venue's opulence, which has earned it a place on Victoria's Heritage Register and a listing on the National Trust of Australia. 

When audiences stroll through the golden halls and stare up at the plush red velvet curtains, it's hard to imagine that Regent Theatre was at one stage slated for demolition. Following a fire in 1945 and a decline in grandiose picture palaces, the Regent was closed and much of it's fixtures auctioned off. Having survived the threat of being turned into a car park, the Regent was renovated and reopened in 1996 for stage productions.

These days Regent Theatre in managed by the Marriner Group, can seat 2,145 guests and has hosted some of the biggest shows to come to Melbourne (such as Moulin Rouge! The Musical and Wicked). The theatre was further refurbished in 2019. 

Details

Address
191 Collins St
Melbourne
3000
Transport:
Nearby stations: Flinders Street

What’s on

Anastasia

Get ready, Melbourne – the dazzling Broadway musical Anastasia is making its long-awaited Australian debut at the Regent Theatre this December. Inspired by the beloved 1997 animated film and the enduring legend of Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov, this lavish production brings to life a sweeping story of courage, love and self-discovery. From the twilight of Imperial Russia to the glamour of 1920s Paris, Anastasia will whisk audiences away on a breathtaking adventure. With opulent sets, stunning costumes and an unforgettable score by Tony Award-winning team Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty, Lynn Ahrens and Darko Tresnja, it promises to be a spectacular experience for the whole family. Leading the cast is Georgina Hopson as Anya, joined by Robert Tripolino as Dmitry, Joshua Robson as Gleb, Rodney Dobson as Vlad, Rhonda Burchmore as Countess Lily, and Australian theatre royalty Nancye Hayes AM as the Dowager Empress. Sharing the role of Little Anastasia are Melbourne’s own young stars Bibiana Brudan, Eleanor Flynn, Alyssa Fooks and Lillian Kinter – each just ten years young. Directed by Tony Award winner Darko Tresnjak and produced by John Frost for Crossroads Live and Opera Australia, Anastasia promises to be an enchanting evening.  Anastasia is running from December 20 to February 20, 2026. Find out more and book your tickets here. Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Melbourne newsletter for the best of the city, straight to your inbox. Love theatre? Check...
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