Melbourne's premier performing arts venue, The Round, has announced an impressive 2025 season lineup under the theme: Electric.
Following its successful debut in October 2023, The Round continues to position itself as a dynamic cultural hub for local and international performances, offering a diverse program that includes comedy, dance, music, and theatre.
Located in Nunawading and boasting state-of-the-art facilities such as a 626-seat proscenium theatre, a 203-seat studio theatre, an outdoor soundshell, and versatile function spaces, The Round has quickly become a beacon for Melbourne’s east. Audiences can expect a variety of captivating shows in the coming year, each promising something unique. Below is an overview of the key performances slated for 2025.
The Round’s 2025 program
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Soweto Gospel Choir: Hope
The Grammy-winning Soweto Gospel Choir will bring an uplifting new concert to The Round. Hope draws on powerful songs from Nelson Mandela’s South African Freedom movement and Martin Luther King’s Civil Rights era in 1950s America. Expect soul-stirring harmonies and powerful messages of resilience and hope.
Life in Plastic
- Fri 28 Feb
Christie Whelan Browne will deliver a deeply personal cabaret, Life in Plastic, exploring girlhood, womanhood, and motherhood. Featuring a blend of disco hits, anecdotes, and surprising costume changes, the show is a sparkling celebration of sisterhood and empowerment, centred on the fundamental rights of women.
The Wet by Circa Cairns
- Sat 15 Mar
Circa Cairns, a First Nations-led circus ensemble, will present The Wet. This acrobatic production, created on Country in Far North Queensland, weaves the ancient stories of the wet tropics into a thrilling performance, connecting audiences to the land and its heritage.
Fountain Lakes in Lockdown: A Drag Parody Play
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- Fri 04 Apr
Fountain Lakes in Lockdown invites audiences to relive Melbourne’s pandemic experience through a hilariously camp drag parody. Inspired by Kath and Kim, this production follows a sold-out season at the Sydney Opera House and is sure to resonate with local audiences.
The Wharf Revue: The End of the Wharf as We Know It
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After 25 years of sharp political satire, The Wharf Revue takes its final bow. This farewell performance features caricatures of Australian political icons like Paul Keating, Julia Gillard, and Tony Abbott, promising a bittersweet end to an era of comedy and critique.
Niusia
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Niusia is a poignant Melbourne production that explores generational stories and family legacy. Through the eyes of her granddaughter Beth, audiences will journey into the life of Holocaust survivor Niusia, uncovering stories of resilience and survival.
Todd McKenney: Peter and Me
- Sun 04 May
Todd McKenney will celebrate 40 years in show business with Peter and Me, a tribute to his idol Peter Allen. Featuring Allen’s iconic hits and other favourites, this dazzling performance promises to highlight McKenney’s vibrant stage presence and vocal prowess.
Scenes from the Climate Era
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Belvoir St Theatre’s Scenes from the Climate Era offers a reflective and at times shocking exploration of climate change. This piece illuminates the struggles and beauty of a world grappling with environmental shifts, viewed through the lens of friendship and resilience.
Paulini sings the American divas
- Fri 08 Aug
ARIA award-winning artist Paulini will showcase her remarkable five-octave range in Paulini sings the American divas. This concert pays tribute to some of the most iconic voices in American music history, blending R&B and pop for a night of soulful melodies.
1984 by George Orwell
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Shake & Stir’s adaptation of 1984 brings George Orwell’s dystopian novel to life with an electrifying theatrical twist. This production promises a thought-provoking and visually stunning interpretation of Orwell’s timeless classic.
Duck Pond by Circa
- Sat 04 Oct
Circa will reimagine Swan Lake with Duck Pond, a circus spectacular that merges jaw-dropping aerials and acrobatics with contemporary energy and humour. This playful take on a romantic ballet classic is set to captivate audiences.
The Voice of the Viola: Fiona Sargeant
- Fri 07 Nov
Presented by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, The Voice of the Viola features MSO musician Fiona Sargeant performing Hindemith’s concerto and Brahms’ Second Serenade. Audiences can expect an evening of stunning orchestral music showcasing the rich tones of the viola.
Located at 379-399 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading, The Round is easily accessible via public transport, with Nunawading Railway Station nearby. The venue also offers free guest parking for those who choose to drive.
Subscriptions for The Round’s 2025 season are available now, offering priority seat selection, payment plans, and savings on tickets. Single tickets for individual shows will be on sale from 14 January.
For more information and a complete list of upcoming performances, visit www.theround.com.au.
