Check out what's on across Melbourne's stages and theatres this September.
Melburnians, get ready for a September to remember! The city’s vibrant theatre scene is pulling out all the stops this month, offering a dazzling array of performances that cater to every taste and mood. From the glittering stages of the Comedy Theatre and Her Majesty’s to the intimate spaces of La Mama HQ, there’s a show for everyone.
With a mix of Broadway hits, Australian premieres, and innovative local productions, September promises to be a theatrical feast that showcases why Melbourne remains a cultural powerhouse. So grab your tickets, settle into those plush seats, and let the curtain rise on a month of pure theatrical magic!
Explore Melbourne’s latest arts and stage news, features, festivals, interviews and reviews here.
SIX The Musical
- Melbourne Comedy Theatre
- Throughout September
Telling the story of King Henry VIII’s six wives as you’ve never heard it before, SIX makes its third visit to Melbourne. With a stellar cast and the most insanely catchy numbers, you’ll definitely want to catch this one while you can!
Beauty and the Beast
- Her Majesty’s Theatre
- Throughout September
Come and see what the critics are raving about and catch the musical adaptation of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast before it’s over! Be surrounded by magic as this beloved tale is brought to life on stage.
Horizon
- Arts Centre Melbourne
- Until 7 September
Horizon is a double bill honouring the spirit and heritage of First Nations cultures through dance. The performances explore the concept of home and ancestral connection guided by the powerful legacy of their respective Indigenous cultures.
Exit Left Gastric Artery
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- La Mama HQ
- From 3 to 5 SEPTEMBER
A stomach cell, tired of its usual digestive duties, hitches a ride on a red blood cell and embarks on a journey through the vascular system. Discover its story filled with vivid anatomical details and broaden your scientific vocabulary.
Mother
- Fairfax Studio
- From 4 to 21 September
Starring Noni Hazlehurst and written by esteemed Australian playwright Daniel Keene, Mother is a powerful one-person play telling the story of Christie, a homeless woman. Winning the Matilda Award for her role in Mother, Hazlehurst’s performance has been capturing audiences for more than three years.
Invisible
- La Mama HQ
- From 6 to 8 September
Invisible blends rousing speech, introspection and audience engagement to confront the existential challenge of climate change. Asking the uncomfortable questions to inspire action, Invisible is far more than a play – it’s a form of activism.
Roger & Hammerstein’s Carousel: A Concert
- Princess Theatre
- From 7 to 8 September
Starring Anne O’Byrne and Marina Prior, Carousel tells the poignant love story of troubled carnival barker Billy Bigelow and mill worker Julie Jordan. Carousel has been praised since its debut in 1945, and with a stellar cast and on-stage orchestra, this performance will no doubt live up to the hype.
Of Forgetting
- La Mama HQ
- From 10 to 12 September
Of Forgetting tells the story of Olga Stambolis, a WWII spy in Greece who, after being captured by the Nazis, reflects on her war service and her decision to leave her young family in Australia.
The Australian Ballet: Oscar
- Regent Theatre
- From 13 to 24 September
Christopher Wheeldon’s Oscar explores the life and writings of Oscar Wilde and has been commissioned exclusively for the Australian Ballet. Humour and creativity collide in this awe-inspiring production.
Mask Solo
- La Mama HQ
- From 13 to 15 September
Mask Solo is a world-class performance by Lily Fish. Showcasing a diverse array of characters through masks and physical theatre, it was created in collaboration with expert mask maker Beth Twentyman.
Cost of Living
- Southbank Theatre
- From 14 September
Martyna Majok’s Cost of Living explores the complexities of human connection through the lives of four individuals. Featuring an ensemble cast, the play blends heart, humour and sharp observation to delve into what brings people together.
Mara
- La Mama HQ
- From 17 to 19 September
It’s Cinderella, but not as you know it. This solo play reimagines the story from the stepmother’s perspective, exploring Mara’s struggle for happiness. Mara humanises the often-vilified stepmother and challenges stereotypes about women’s capacity for love and cruelty.
Quasimodo: The Musical
- The Capitol
- From 20 to 22 September
Quasimodo: The Musical is an Australian world premiere, presenting a captivating new take on the Hunchback of Notre Dame with lush orchestrations and powerful numbers, featuring a stellar cast and the Royal Melbourne Philharmonic Choir and Orchestra.
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
- Princess Theatre
- From 21 September
TINA: The Tina Turner Musical celebrates the Queen of rock ‘n’ roll’s groundbreaking life and music, featuring more than 20 of her iconic hits.
Pride & Prejudice: An Adaptation in Words & Music
- Fairfax Studio
- From 27 September
Nadine Garner, Madeleine Easton and Dan Le join together for the theatrical retelling of Pride and Prejudice in an intimate drawing-room setting, combining Jane Austen’s words with Carl Davis’ score from the BBC series for a limited season at Arts Centre Melbourne.
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