The cast of the much-anticipated new stage production of Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None has been announced. The play will open at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre in February 2025, before moving to the Theatre Royal in Sydney in May 2025. The cast includes Jack Bannister as Anthony Marston, Brendan Ewing as Rogers, Jennifer Flowers as Emily Brent, Nicholas Hammond as General Mackenzie, Christen O’Leary as Mrs. Rogers, Chris Parker as Fred Narracott, and Anthony Phelan as Sir Lawrence Wargrave. More cast members will be announced soon. And Then There Were None is Agatha Christie’s best-selling crime novel and is renowned for its…
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American comedian Nikki Glaser, known for her unapologetic and bold comedic style, is set to bring her widely praised Alive and Unwell tour to Australia and New Zealand in July 2025. Glaser will perform in six cities as part of the tour. Melbourne fans will be able to catch her at the Plenary Theatre at MCEC on 18 July 2025. This announcement follows an impressive year for Glaser, including a standout performance at the Tom Brady Roast and an Emmy® nomination for her HBO comedy special. As a comedian with nearly two decades of experience, she has earned a dedicated fan base…
After achieving massive success across Europe and the Middle East, SENSAS is about to make its debut in Australia, opening in South Yarra this December SENSAS is a two-hour adventure for teams of 4 to 60 participants who can dive into the thrilling world of sensory labs, where they face exciting challenges in pitch-black environments and vibrant sensory workshops. Throughout this playful and memorable journey, participants will experience the hidden power of their five senses—sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing—while pushing themselves to overcome both fun and fear-inducing tasks. From screams of fear to moments of pure joy, SENSAS pushes…
Beloved Australian singer-songwriter Paul Kelly has announced his biggest shows in Australia and New Zealand to date, and his only live shows for 2025: nine huge arenas in Brisbane, Sydney, Hobart,Adelaide, Perth, Melbourne, Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland in August/September 2025. Melbourne fans will be able to catch him at Rod Laver Arena on Saturday 6 September 2025. Today’s tour news comes in the lead up to Kelly’s forthcoming studio album, Fever Longing Still, to be released 1 November and available for preorder now. This is his first album of new original material since 2018’s Nature, and delivers 12 additions to a superb catalogue of love songs spanning more than 40 years. Awarded the Order of…
One of Melbourne’s most in-demand florists, Victoria Whitelaw Beautiful Flowers, is bringing its much-loved School of Flowers to the industry-only National Flower Centre this October. Hosted by award-winning floristry designer Victoria Whitelaw, the Melbourne-first workshops will take place every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 29 October, 2024. The unique experience will begin with a behind-the-scenes guided tour of the National Flower Centre at Melbourne Market in Epping, where Victoria handpicks fresh blooms for her stores. Victoria will then showcase her expertise in a captivating floral demonstration while attendees enjoy a delicious breakfast box. Under her guidance, attendees will have the opportunity to create their own floral…
The Arts Centre Melbourne’s much-loved Morning Melodies program returns in 2025 with an expanded line-up of stellar performances, celebrating 40 years of joyous entertainment on stage. From February to December 2025, established stars and emerging talent will perform on the iconic Hamer Hall stage to mark this special milestone – including David Hobson, Bernadette Robinson, Zoy Frangos and Darren Coggan, and more. Spanning genres and generations, the 2025 program pays tribute to musical icons such as Elvis Presley, celebrates 1960’s rock ‘n’ roll teenage pioneers, female powerhouses Dolly Parton, Edith Piaf, Barbra Streisand as well as the emotive country and folk tunes of John Denver, Glen…
Iconic synth-pop pioneers, New Order have today announced an Australian tour for March 2025. The tour will see them perform all the biggest hits from their impressive four-decade, 10-album career on stages across Perth, Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney in March 2025. Their first Australian tour since 2020, New Order will transform some of the country’s most beloved live music venues into synth-pop laser wonderlands. They hit RAC Arena (Perth) on March 5, Sidney Myer Music Bowl (Melbourne) on March 8, Riverstage (Brisbane) on March 11, and finishing up with two shows on the spectacular Sydney Opera House Forecourt on March 14…
Nestled in the scenic coastal beauty of the Mornington Peninsula, the award-winning Peninsula Hot Springs is set to unveil its latest wellness offering—luxurious Eco Lodges. Officially opening on Saturday 9 November, these eco-conscious lodges provide a serene haven for relaxation and sleep, perfectly suited to anyone seeking a restorative escape. The Eco Lodges consist of three thoughtfully designed sanctuaries, featuring ten rooms that embrace the surrounding natural environment. With nature-inspired architecture, custom-made furniture, and artwork by local artists, these lodges offer a unique blend of luxury and tranquility. Each lodge is tailored to promote rest and rejuvenation, with bespoke amenities…
Melbourne’s Ian Potter Children’s Garden is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a weekend full of activities on the weekend of 26-27 October 2024. This beloved space, located within the Royal Botanic Gardens, opened in 2004 and is designed to inspire a love of nature, providing an interactive space where children can explore plant life and the natural environment through hands-on experiences. It was created in response to growing recognition of the importance of outdoor play and environmental education for children. The garden features a variety of themed areas, including a kitchen garden, water play zones, and a bamboo forest. To…
The Surf Coast will host a pair of spectacular mid-week cycling races as part of the 2025 Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos has announced the return of the Surf Coast Classic as part of the 2025 Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. Cycling fans will be able to see world class cyclists up close, as the race takes elite men’s and women’s teams to some of the most challenging and scenic roads in the state. The men’s and women’s mid-week races will act as a precursor to the Cadel Evans…
Patrón Tequila will celebrate the launch of a Patrón Spritz on tap at Melbourne’s vibrant vertical laneway, HER, with its epic ‘Take the Night’ full venue transformation across the November long weekend. HER is an entire building dedicated to the things Melbourne loves – modern classic food, sophisticated drinks, art, design, and music. It includes a Euro- leaning bar called HER BAR on ground floor; a MUSIC ROOM dedicated to the love of sound on level one; a fast- paced Thai BBQ canteen called BKK on level three, and HER ROOFTOP on the top floor. From Thursday 31 October to Tuesday 5 November, HER will turn into a…
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) will present The Music of Joe Hisaishi at Hamer Hall from 6-8 November 2025. Conducted by Nicholas Buc and featuring renowned pianist Aura Go, this special concert will showcase some of Hisaishi’s most iconic scores from Studio Ghibli classics like My Neighbour Totoro, Howl’s Moving Castle, Kiki’s Delivery Service, and Spirited Away. Known for his legendary collaborations with director Hayao Miyazaki, Hisaishi’s compositions have touched the hearts of audiences worldwide. In addition to these beloved film scores, the concert will feature rarely heard pieces from films such as Water Travellerand Kikujiro by directors Nobuhiko Obayashi and Takeshi Kitano. It will also include selections from…