Melbourne Fashion Festival 2026 Must Watch Runways
Meet the independent designers shaping Australian fashion at MFF 2026. Explore slow-fashion runways, emerging talent and community-focused events.
Meet the independent designers shaping Australian fashion at MFF 2026. Explore slow-fashion runways, emerging talent and community-focused events.
Last night, the Australian Calisthenics Theatre Company (ACTC) didn’t just stage a performance at The Plenary; they detonated an arena spectacular that has redefined Australian dance. With 120 athletes, a 12-piece live orchestra, and a soundtrack that mixes Lady Gaga with ACDC, Mother Nature is more than a show—it’s a powerful cultural statement. This is the Adelaide-based innovator’s second major production, and if the buzz from the sell-out Melbourne premiere is anything to go by, ACTC is officially shaking up
The question of what to do in Melbourne this Christmas has an easy answer for me. There are certain moments in the year you look forward to, those specific feelings that signal the festive season has truly begun. For me—and I’m staking my claim right now—that feeling is stepping inside the Comedy Theatre and immersing myself in the glorious, heart-swelling world of A Christmas Carol.
Discover The Message of the Lyrebird, an award-winning environmental documentary echoing the sounds of human impact and inspiring conservation action.
Nine expressions of Wakayama Umeshu arrived in Melbourne, bringing Japan’s plum wine heritage and innovation to an intimate tasting.
Feel the downfall of Othello – a classic Shakespeare tragedy reimagined. This gripping, physical adaptation draws you into a world of jealousy, betrayal, and passion.
Puccini Festival Opens with a Spellbinding La Bohème Melbourne Opera On a crisp Sunday afternoon, Puccini Festival opened with a heart-wrenching and beautifully staged performance of La Bohème Melbourne Opera at the Athenaeum Theatre, paying tribute to Giacomo Puccini’s legacy. As part of the centennial celebration of the composer’s death, this production immerses the audience in the raw and tragic romance between two young lovers, and more broadly, the trials of artists living on the fringes of society. A Chorus
“Macbeth: An Undoing” at Malthouse Theatre is a captivating reimagining of Shakespeare’s classic, exploring themes of ambition, power, and manipulation through Lady Macbeth’s eyes. Bojana Novakovic and Johnny Carr deliver powerful performances, making this a must-see show.
Melbourne’s vibrant arts scene has once again proven its brilliance with the opening night of Shimmery Burlesque. This dazzling production, held at the iconic Athenaeum Theatre, captivated the audience with its blend of glamour, storytelling, and impeccable performances. The Magic of Shimmery Burlesque Shimmery Burlesque is more than just a show; it’s a testament to the power of creativity and familial bonds. The production is the brainchild of Kerrie Schultz, known on stage as Lady Shimmery, and her daughter, Holly
The world of immersive theatre is a realm where ordinary boundaries blur, and reality seamlessly merges with fantasy. Previously, we shared our mesmerizing journey through Love Lust Lost, an experience that left us in awe. We’re thrilled to return to this enigmatic world, where the adventure and mysteries continue.
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