Music and performing arts in Melbourne
Discover dance that intrigues and delights, from the internationally acclaimed Australian Ballet to companies specialising in contemporary and experimental performance.
Listen to the sweet sounds of the renowned Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, discover talented ensembles at the new Melbourne Recital Centre, and let Opera Australia's seasonal productions enchant you. Be dazzled by circus and cabaret, and celebrate humour at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
Celebrate music and performing arts in all its forms in October, at the Melbourne International Arts Festival.
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Don't miss an outstanding program of unique Australian and international dance, theatre, visual arts and outdoor events.
When: 8–23 October 2010
Where: the Arts Centre and various venues
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Go underground with Fringe and uncover a quirky mix of art and culture including theatre, dance and visual arts.
When: 22 September – 10 October 2010
Where: Various Melbourne venues
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Share the joke with the cream of Australian and international comics at the Southern Hemisphere's premier laugh-fest.
When: March – April 2010
Where: Melbourne Town Hall and various venues.
Tickets: Ph 03 9417 7711 or www.comedyfestival.com.au
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The Australian Ballet will be back in Melbourne in March 2009. See incredible performances from one of the world's hardest working ballet companies.
When: Dates throughout 2009
Where: State Theatre, the Arts Centre
Tickets: Ph 1300 136 166 or www.ticketmaster.com.au
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Project 6 includes In One Day by choreographer Simon Hoy, continuing the company's innovative and uique Melbourne style.
When: 16–20 December 2009
Where: Chapel off Chapel Theatre
Tickets: Ph (03) 8290 7000 or www.melbourneballetcompany.com.au
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See a sparkling selection of artists and ensembles from Australia and around the world – all in the heart of Southbank.
Where: Melbourne Recital Centre, 31 Sturt Street
Tickets: Ph 03 9699 3333 or www.melbournerecital.com.au
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Join the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra as your favourite musicians take centre stage. From Roberta Flack to Sumi Jo, don't miss this year's most inspiring music.
Where: Hamer Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre and other venues
Tickets: Ph 1300 136 166 or www.ticketmaster.com.au
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Join Opera Australia for their new season performances – Mozart's The Magic Flute, and Cosi fan tutte, Verdi's Aida, and Previn's A Streetcar Named Desire.
Where: The Arts Centre, Southbank
Tickets: Ph 1300 136 166
or www.ticketmaster.com.au
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Victorian Opera's 2010 season is an extraordinary mix of compelling and enticing productions with four full operatic works, two concerts and two new Australian commissions.
Where: The Arts Centre, the Melbourne Recital Centre and the CUB Malthouse
Tickets: Ph 03 9685 2478 or www.victorianopera.com.au
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