Melbourne is a city that offers something to everyone, irrespective of his or
her diverse tastes and penchants. Whether you are looking for chic fashion stores
to spend your dollars or a riveting performance in a music clubs and theatres
in Melbourne, Melbourne has it all
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You can picnic in the Botanic Gardens or catch a celebrity sports star in action
in the sports stadiums, take a leisurely walk through the elegant Victorian-era
streetscapes or admire the Manhattan-style skyscrapers. Enjoy the film and food
festivals, appreciate the exclusive artwork in galleries, applaud the performance
at opulent theatres, or simply relax in a trendy bar or mix with the crowd in
a buzzing laneway café , Melbourne has an activity and attraction that
will interest you.
The Melbournian stage attracts the whose-who of the Australian music industry
to perform on this prestigious platform. These local and international sensations,
time and again return to spellbind music lovers and fans. Some almost-legendary
venues such as the Punter's Club and The Espy are packed every night with band-goers
looking for old favorites or the next big thing. The crowd will almost inevitably
groove to the grungy alternative rock, or funk/jazz/hip hop music.
Popular Melbourne Musicals:
- Miss Saigon
- The Phantom of the Opera
A theatre lover in Melbourne has a lot to catch up with, as dozens of theatrical
productions are staged in Melbourne each week, ranging from mainstream musicals
to experimental works of avant-garde directors. The experience of catching a
blockbuster at the beautifully restored Regent and Princess theatres is a memorable
experience for one and all. The Arts Centre and Malthouse also stage a lot of
high-quality local productions.
Popular Melbourne Theatre:
- Barry Humphries and Friends - Back With A Vengeance
- Entertaining Mr. Sloane
- Don's Party
- Rageboy
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