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Events in Melbourne

A relatively modern city which is less than 200 years old, Melbourne is a sophisticated and culturally diverse city which comes as no surprise to its resident's, and has been named in an international poll the world's most livable city.

If your foray is food and dining then your palette is in for a treat. The CBD and city fringe is made up of precincts - distinct enclaves rich with their own flavors and unique cultural influences which leave any food connoisseur satisfied. Melbourne boasts great events, a passion for food and wine and a fabulous arts scene. Known as a style-setter, Melbourne is home to a non-stop program of festivals, renowned dining, major art exhibitions and musical extravaganzas. Why not choose from a great range of Stay & See™ , Dinner & Show or VIP Packages for an event while you're in Melbourne.

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Events in Melbourne
Deep Purple
 
From: Sunday, 2 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
English rockers Deep Purple return to Australia in 2010 to perform a thrilling concert, showcasing their hits 'Smoke on the Water', 'Black Night', 'Hush', 'Highway Star', 'Woman from Tokyo' and much more.
One Starry Night - An Evening with Julio Iglesias
 
From: Monday, 29 March 2010
Location: Melbourne
The Pink Floyd Experience Back Catalogue Tour
 
From: Thursday, 27 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
Elvis Meets Buddy
 
From: Wednesday, 21 April 2010
Location: Melbourne
Hey all you boppers.
The Eagles Story
 
From: Thursday, 29 April 2010
Location: Melbourne
This outstanding tribute to The Eagles features five of Australias finest musicians and singers, coming together to create this spine tingling performance of all The Eagles greatest hits.
The Carpenters from Kempsey
 
From: Saturday, 1 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
Come along and celebrate 30 years of Carpenters Hits and Memories.
Rhythm of the Dance
 
From: Thursday, 6 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
After sell out seasons in 2001 and 2005 Rhythm Of The Dance the spectacular celebration of Irish dance and music returns to the Palms from May 6 16 2010.
ABBA Mania
 
From: Friday, 21 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
The Delltones
 
From: Saturday, 29 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
Bobby Rydell and the Allstars
 
From: Saturday, 5 June 2010
Location: Melbourne
Direct from the USA the original teenage idol - BOBBY RYDELL - will be performing at The Palms at Crown for one night only.
Marty Rhone And The Big O
 
From: Saturday, 3 July 2010
Location: Melbourne
Marty Rhone & the Big O in a brand new show to follow their 2009 sell out Australian Tour.
Drum Tao
 
From: Tuesday, 6 July 2010
Location: Melbourne
The most anticipated show of the year DRUM TAO "SAMURAI OF THE DRUM" returns to Australia.
Dragon
 
From: Saturday, 24 July 2010
Location: Melbourne
Their live show continues to impress, filled with spirited, electric and crowd rousing hits.
Diesel
 
From: Saturday, 30 October 2010
Location: Melbourne
Armed with the most eclectic collection of instruments, diesel hits the road for 7 AXES TO GRIND national tour.
Baby Its Cold Outside An Evening Of The Great Jazz Standards - Melbourne Jazz 10
 
From: Saturday, 1 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
Baby, it's cold outside! An evening of the great jazz standards.
Miles Davis Prince Of Darkness - Melbourne Jazz 10
 
From: Wednesday, 5 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
The Australian Art Orchestra returns to its jazz roots with a stunning new musical work inspired by the legendary jazz trumpeter Miles Davis.
Charles Lloyd with Zakir Hussain and Eric Harland - Melbourne Jazz 10
 
From: Saturday, 8 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
The Melbourne International Jazz Festival is honoured to present the Australian premiere of the remarkable Sangam, a trio featuring the transcendent musical gifts of revered American jazz saxophonist Charles Lloyd with Indian tabla master Zakir Hussain and drummer Eric Harland.
Lionel Loueke Trio and Tierney Sutton Band - Melbourne Jazz 10
 
From: Sunday, 2 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
Originally from Benin, West Africa, Lionel Loueke has enjoyed a meteoric rise in the jazz world.
John Abercrombie Quartet And Noah Preminger Trio - Melbourne Jazz 10
 
From: Friday, 7 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
Over a career spanning more than 40 years and nearly 50 albums, John Abercrombie has established himself as one the masters of jazz guitar.
Paul Capsis Songs Of Love And Death - Melbourne Jazz 10
 
From: Sunday, 2 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
Paul Capsis is one of Australia's most individual and versatile performers, effortlessly crossing between theatre, film and cabaret.
MAMMA MIA
 
From: Saturday, 13 February 2010
Location: Melbourne
MAMMA MIA! - THE SMASH HIT MUSICAL RETURNS TO AUSTRALIA FOR ITS 10th ANNIVERSARY TOUR for strictly limited seasons in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane.
Mary Poppins
 
From: Thursday, 29 July 2010
Location: Melbourne
Something Magic Is About To Begin! MARY POPPINS has dazzled millions of people around the globe and now it is your chance to experience the magic.
Cats
 
From: Saturday, 6 March 2010
Location: Melbourne
THE GREATEST MUSICAL OF ALL TIME, Cats is coming to Sydney, Perth & Melbourne in 2010! Tickets available now.
FAME The Musical
 
From: Thursday, 15 April 2010
Location: Melbourne
FAME The Musical is the enduring story of the kids from New Yorks High School of the Performing Arts who inspired a generation.
West Side Story
 
From: Wednesday, 18 August 2010
Location: Melbourne
Joey McKneely's vibrant new stage production of the classic dance musical WEST SIDE STORY comes to Sydney & Melbourne from July & August 2010 for strictly limited seasons.
Carole King and James Taylor
 
From: Saturday, 27 March 2010
Location: Melbourne
The idea for this tour came together in 2007 after Taylor and King performed at the famed Los Angeles venue for the first time since 1970 to celebrate the Troubadour's 50th Anniversary.
SPANDAU BALLET with special guests TEARS FOR FEARS
 
From: Wednesday, 21 April 2010
Location: Melbourne
One of the most successful and influential British bands of the 1980s, will tour Australia in April 2010, with special guests and fellow British chart toppers, Tears for Fears.
Andre Rieu
 
From: Sunday, 17 October 2010
Location: Melbourne
Andre Rieu returned to the Australian stage last week with a jubilant '30th Anniversary Tour' concert at ACER Arena in Sydney.
Jersey Boys
 
From: Saturday, 20 June 2009
Location: Melbourne
Waiting For Godot
 
From: Thursday, 6 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
Two old friends meet to converse, joke and argue with themselves as they wait through one day and then another for the mysterious Godot.
Calendar Girls
 
From: Thursday, 17 June 2010
Location: Melbourne
CALENDAR GIRLS is based on the very successful film of the same name starring Helen Mirren and Julie Walters, which in turn was based on an uplifting and inspiring true story that is quirky, poignant and hilarious.
Peace Train - The Cat Stevens Story
 
From: Friday, 23 April 2010
Location: Melbourne
A musical journey that traces the path of a man who never stopped wondering how to make the world a better place, this full theatre experience delivers the great music of Cat Stevens together with a positive and passionate narrative.
An Evening with Deepak Chopra
 
From: Sunday, 25 April 2010
Location: Melbourne
In this program Deepak will share his latest work and show you how your highest vision of yourself can be turned into physical reality.
Scotland The Brave
 
From: Saturday, 8 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
Scotland the Brave is the international smash hit celebration of the best of Scottish music and dance, which received standing ovations at its US premiere in the Lincoln Centre, New York in April 2009.
Harlem Gospel Choir - Concert Of Hope
 
From: Sunday, 9 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
Patrizio Buanne
 
From: Sunday, 30 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
Patrizio Buanne, the world's most exciting baritone crooner, will tour Australia in May 2010.
Tosca - Opera Australia
 
From: Wednesday, 14 April 2010
Location: Melbourne
Although we think of Puccini as the ultimate romantic, Tosca is anything but.
Bliss - Opera Australia
 
From: Tuesday, 20 April 2010
Location: Melbourne
"Harry Joy was to die three times, but it was his first death which was to have the greatest effect on him.
Bliss - Opera Australia
 
From: Tuesday, 20 April 2010
Location: Melbourne
"Harry Joy was to die three times, but it was his first death which was to have the greatest effect on him.
La Sonnambula - Opera Australia
 
From: Friday, 30 April 2010
Location: Melbourne
Prepare to be swept away when Opera Australia presents its first production of Bellinis La sonnambula.
Fledermaus - Opera Australia
 
From: Tuesday, 11 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
Champagne, anyone? Charge your glasses and put on your dancing shoes as the worlds favourite operetta waltzes back into town.
Fledermaus - Opera Australia
 
From: Tuesday, 11 May 2010
Location: Melbourne
Champagne, anyone? Charge your glasses and put on your dancing shoes as the worlds favourite operetta waltzes back into town.
The Marriage of Figaro - Opera Australia
 
From: Sunday, 17 October 2010
Location: Melbourne
Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro has been described as a near perfect opera.
Rigoletto - Opera Australia
 
From: Monday, 22 November 2010
Location: Melbourne
Elijah Moshinsky's production of Verdi's Rigoletto is one of Opera Australia's best-loved productions, taking its inspiration from Federico Fellini's all-time classic La Dolce Vita.
A Midsummer Nights Dream - Opera Australia
 
From: Saturday, 4 December 2010
Location: Melbourne
It has to be one of Opera Australia's most celebrated productions.
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