Concerts And Shows To Check Out In Melbourne In 2019
Not sure where to go for your arts and culture this year? Here are 10 must-see shows and concerts to check out in Melbourne in 2019!
1. Much Ado About Nothing
Check out Australia’s national Shakespeare-specialist theatre company Bell Shakespeare’s production of Much Ado About Nothing at Arts Centre Melbourne this July. Prices start from $45, promising a cheap night out for all lit lovers.
Book tickets here.
2. Rudimental – Toast To Our Differences Tour
Dance Giants Rudimental had to postpone their Toast To Our Differences tour earlier this year, and are instead heading down under in May and June. You might not recognise the English band by name, but you’re sure to know their hits – including Feel the Love ft. John Newman, Free ft. Emeli Sandé, and Lay It All on Me ft. Ed Sheeran.
Book tickets here.
3. Burlesque Extravaganza
Running until August 2019, Burlesque Extravaganza is a must-see for all fans of this sultry style. Set in a hidden laneway theatre that used to be a bank vault, visit Burlesque Extravaganza at Speakeasy HQ to be transported back to the roaring twenties.
Book tickets here.
4. Splendour In The Grass Sideshows
Missed out on tickets to this iconic Aussie festival? Cure your FOMO by seeing one of the recently announced sideshows instead. Acts including James Blake, Maribou State, and The Streets will be taking over The Forum in Melbourne in July 2019.
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5. Khalid – Free Spirit Tour
Check out Khalid on his recently announced Australian leg of the Free Spirit tour in December this year. The Grammy-nominated and multi-Platinum artist’s tickets are in huge demand with a second show already announced in Sydney, so make sure to snap up your tickets ASAP!
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6. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Despite your feelings on the 2016 original script from J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, and John Tiffany (we still need to talk about the Trolley Witch), the eighth Harry Potter story (and the first officially presented on stage) is unmissable for all Potterheads in 2019. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is exclusive to Melbourne and warranted a massive makeover of the Princess Theatre, prepping the venue for the world’s first production of the Cursed Child outside of the West End and Broadway.
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7. Lazarus
David Bowie’s final project Lazarus is essential viewing for all fans of the late singer. Featuring 18 of the iconic musician’s songs, Lazurus focuses on Thomas Newton, an alien, as he remains on earth, unable to die. Tickets range from $25 to $150, making this show accessible to all Bowie fans.
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8. KISS – End of the Road World Tour
The iconic glam-rock band has enjoyed a 45-year career which inspired numerous rock ’n roll legends, modern stage production (and this author’s name!). The Hottest Band in the World will return to Australia for their final tour, aptly named the End of the Road tour, in November 2019.
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9. Muriel’s Wedding the Musical
The beloved Australian film Muriel’s Wedding has been adapted into a brand new musical and will be playing for a strictly limited season at Her Majesty’s Theatre from April to June 2019. Featuring new music from Kate Miller-Heidke and Keir Nuttall (plus all your favourite ABBA hits), this musical is a must for all fans of the Aussie classic.
Book tickets here.
10. Little Mix – LM5 – The Tour
Pop superstars Little Mix are bringing their LM5 Tour to Australia in July 2019. The group will perform hits such as ‘Woman Like Me’ and ‘Shout Out to My Ex’ and will be supported by NZ singer-songwriter Robinson, making this show a must-see celebration of all things girl power.
Book tickets here.
