Dozens of theatrical productions are staged each week in Melbourne, ranging from mainstream musicals to experimental works. Catch a blockbuster at the beautifully-restored Regent and Princess theatres or head to the Arts Centre and Malthouse to catch high-quality local productions.
Long before Dorothy dropped in, two other girls met in the Land of Oz. WICKED tells us how these two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda the Good Witch.
When: Now playing
Where: Regent Theatre, Melbourne
Tickets: Ph 132 849 or www.ticketek.com.au
Groups: Ph 03 9299 9030
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A few wrong turns on the way to Sesame Street, lands you in New York's Avenue Q. Puppet stars keep it street level with naughty musical numbers and send-ups of political correctness.
When: 4–28 June 2009
Where: The Comedy Theatre, Melbourne
Tickets: Ph 132 849 or www.ticketek.com.au
The story of Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi (Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons) - four boys from the wrong side of the tracks, who became one of the biggest American pop sensations of all time. Don't miss this smash-hit Broadway musical in 2009.
When: From 4 July 2009
Where: Princess Theatre, Melbourne
Showbiz packages: www.showbiz.com.au
Broadway's smash hit musical returns to Melbourne with an all-star Australian cast, including Caroline O'Connor (Velma Kelly), Sharon Millerchip (Roxie Hart), Gina Riley (Matron 'Mama' Morton) and Craig Mclachlan (Billy Flynn).
When: From 15 August 2009
Where: Her Majesty's Theatre, Melbourne
Tickets: Ph 132 849 or www.ticketek.com.au
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In the country town of Mukinupin, the shopkeeper's daughter Polly is in love with young Jack Tuesday.
A tale of merry hearts and broken spirits, hardship and love.
When: 6 June – 19 July
Where: Sumner Theatre, MTC
Tickets: Ph 03 8688 0800 or
ticketmaster.com
This absurdist play by Samuel Beckett traces joy and sorrow, faith, despair and persistence. Directed by Michael Kantor.
When: 3–25 July
Where: Merlyn Theatre, The Malthouse
Tickets: Ph 03 9685 5111 or malthousetheatre.com.au
