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CLAYMORE HOGMANAY
Celebrate the New Year in true Scottish style with Claymore, the high-energy Celtic folk rock band, and the mesmerising Glenbrae Celtic Dancers! This is a Hogmanay party like no other – a night filled with lively music, thrilling dancing, and the unbeatable vibe of a proper Scottish shindig.
With its spirited atmosphere, cheeky humour, and an open bar to fuel the festivities!! This event is designed for adults looking to kick off the year with a bang. Expect a mix of traditional tunes, modern Celtic rock, and performances brimming with energy – all served with a generous helping of good-natured fun.
Don’t miss the chance to party, sing, and dance your way into the New Year with a one-of-a-kind Hogmanay experience. Gather your crew and get ready for a night of unforgettable entertainment!
*Content warning: Contains adult content and humour. Strictly 18+.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATE: 8:30PM, 31 DECEMBER, 2024 TILL LATE
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
RUTHLESS THE MUSICAL - 2025 MIDSUMMA FESTIVAL
Back for a sizzling return season and reimagined with a sexy, reimagined version exclusively for Midsumma, “Ruthless the Musical” is a show you won’t want to miss! Is talent something we’re born with… or something worth killing for?
Join us for this laugh-out-loud, high-energy, camp-filled extravaganza as we follow 8-year-old Tina Denmark, a young girl with an unquenchable thirst for stardom who will stop at nothing to be in the spotlight. With a catchy score by Marvin Laird and witty lyrics by Joel Paley, this hilarious production spoofs iconic classics like “Gypsy,” “Mame,” and the chilling thriller “The Bad Seed.” It’s a sidesplitting take on these beloved shows that will leave you doubled over in laughter!
The fabulous Dolly Diamond steps back into into the larger-than-life role of Sylvia St. Croix, promising to shake things up with her razor-sharp wit and outrageous charm. "I’ve waited years to play this role on stage; I’ve been playing it off stage all my life," Dolly says with a wink. Get ready, Melbourne, for a sensational blend of sass, camp, and uproarious hilarity. “Ruthless the Musical” is back, and it's more wickedly entertaining than ever!
*Content Warning: Contains strong language, adult humour and content, as well as a potentially dangerous level of overacting and high camp! Recommended for audiences 16+.
EVENT DETAILS:
NIGHT PERFORMANCES: 7.30PM, 28 JANUARY - 1 FEBRUARY, 2025
MATINEE PERFORMANCE: 2PM, 1 FEBRUARY & 5PM, 2 FEBRUARY, 2025
DURATION: 120 MINUTES WITH INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
SCOTLAND MADE THE WORLD
Discover the unparalleled charm and comedy of Bruce Fummey, where humour meets Scottish history and insightful storytelling.
Bruce Fummey, the comedian behind the 230k subscriber YouTube channel Scotland History Tours, returns to Melbourne with a new show. Laughs galore and quirky observations as Bruce explains how Scotland Made the World.
His unique style showcases and celebrates Scottish culture and history, in a way that will not only keep you fully engaged, but have you rolling with laughter and screaming for more!
Every Saturday morning UK time Bruce tells a story from Scotland’s history. This show will deliver more jokes than you’d get from the YouTube videos, and some might even make you blush, but you’ll still leave having learned about Scotland’s role in the world while laughing along the way.
Nominated for comedy awards in Australia and at home in Scotland and even named Scottish Comedian of the Year, Bruce has appeared on ABC series Stuff the British Stole and numerous UK TV and Radio shows and brought acting skills to bear in the Steve Coogan film The Lost King.
*Content Warning: Contains coarse language. Recommended for mature audience.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 8PM, 7 - 8 FEBRUARY, 2025
DURATION: 120 MINUTES WITH INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
2024 PLAYSIX SHORT PLAY FESTIVAL
The annual PlaySix Short Play Festival provides quality exposure to talented Victorian playwrights (both emerging and established), as well as a networking forum for Melbourne actors and directors. Many works originally produced in PlaySix have gone on to great success at other local and international festivals and events. 2024 is our nineteenth season and our fifth at The MC Showroom.
Bracket One
The Blink of an Eye by Cerise de Gelder
Dir: Kate Mulqueen
Good Sense of Humour by Mark Andrew
Dir: Jonathan Dyer
Provenance by Alison Knight
Dir: Phil Roberts
Bracket Two
Dan, The Man by Robert Leggett
Dir: Adele Shelley
Selfless by Cerise de Gelder
Dir: Shannon Woollard
Untitled by Jane Flanagan
Dir: Lucy Norton
*Content Warning: This programme contains coarse language and mortality themes. Recommended for audiences 16+.
EVENT DETAILS:
NIGHT PERFORMANCES: 7.30PM, 11 - 14 DECEMBER, 2024
MATINEE PERFORMANCE: 1:30PM, 14 DECEMBER, 2024
DURATION: 110 MINUTES WITH INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
CRUNCHEM HALL
Step into the whimsical world of Matilda in Crunchem Hall, a vibrant performance by the students of Performers Australia. Experience a dynamic mix of stage and screen performances, featuring iconic songs like "Naughty" and "Revolting Children," reimagined by our talented cast. This one-night-only event celebrates imagination, rebellion, and the power of standing up for what's right — Matilda-style!
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see the next generation of performers shine in an afternoon of song, dance, and storytelling!
*Audience Rating: Suitable for all ages.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATE: 5PM, 8 DECEMBER, 2024
DURATION: 30 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
CLUB SHADY
Club Shady is the Pop Concert x Night Club hybrid you never knew you needed!
Join Possible Prince X for a 1 night only event mixing well known music from the 1970’s all the way to the 2020’s, plus original club tracks from his brand new album ‘Disco Shady’.
Sing and dance along, or order a drink from the bar (including themed cocktails!), while Possible Prince X delivers a high energy performance that can only be described as ‘dancing around your bedroom’ meets ‘Pacha via Studio 54’ (on a budget).
Escape from the horrific realities of life for a few short hours in a nightclub environment knowing you’re not actually going to a nightclub and will likely be home in bed by midnight.
Dress Code: Disco glitzy if you’re feeling sparkly, or comfy sweats so you can really let loose on the dance floor.
*Content warning: Contains mild coarse language and themes, some sexy dancing. Recommended for 16+.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATE: 8PM, 6 DECEMBER, 2024
DURATION: THREE HOURS WITH TWO HOURS OF PERFORMANCE STARTING AT 8:30PM. DOORS & BAR OPEN AT 8PM
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
SHANIA ELIASSEN FAREWELL CONCERT
Join operatic coloratura soprano Shania Eliassen for her final concert of farewell in Australia in an evening of opera, song and timeless melodies. Shania will be joined by associate artists, the incredible Isaac Mouskovias on the piano, and soaring Soprano Sophie Bisset. Sit back and enjoy some of Opera’s greatest hits sung by Opera’s next generation of stars!
Shania is relocating to Europe in December to pursue a career in opera, ticket sales will be dedicated to funding the move, as well as coachings, singing lessons, language lessons, accompanist fees, audition fees, and travel costs associated to all of the former whilst in Europe.
*Suitable for all ages.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 7PM, 19 NOVEMBER, 2024
DURATION: 90 MINUTES PERFORMANCE INCLUDING INTERMISSION. DOORS OPEN 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
THE INVADERS’ FEAR OF MEMORIES: A PLAY ABOUT THE COLONISATION OF PALESTINE
Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Palestine, The Invaders’ Fear of Memories is a powerful solo performance by Benjamin Rivers, exploring the life and diaries of his great-grandfather, Yousef Nachmani. Fleeing Tsarist Russia in 1907, Yousef arrives in Ottoman Palestine filled with Zionist ideals. However, he soon finds himself complicit in the displacement of thousands of Palestinians as he rises to become Director of the Jewish National Fund in Galilee. Through twelve distinct characters and songs in multiple languages, Rivers delves into the complexities of loyalty, ideology, and the devastating consequences of settler-colonialism. The play traces Yousef's journey from a young idealist to a key figure in the creation of an exclusively Jewish state, capturing his growing ambivalence amid the violence and injustice that accompanies the birth of Israel.
Directed by Linda Wise, "The Invaders’ Fear of Memories" offers an intimate and sobering look at a historical moment that continues to reverberate with devastating consequences in today’s world. Since August 2023, the show has been performed to audiences in Australia, France, Mexico, South Africa, and Spain.
Theatre for Palestine with net proceeds going to Anar for Empowerment and Psychosocial Support.
*Contains themes and descriptions of political violence, including massacres, rape, and ethnic cleansing. These scenes may be distressing to some audience members. Viewer discretion is advised. Recommended for mature audience.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 7PM, 15 - 16 NOVEMBER, 2024
DURATION: 75 MINUTES PERFORMANCE PLUS POST-SHOW Q&A. DOORS OPEN 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
MYSTERONS - 2024 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL
What is really going on inside an abandoned lighthouse? Are the crashing waves a sign of darker forces? What lurks amongst the shadows in a seemingly innocent fishing town? Welcome to Mysterons.
Magician Lachlan Wilde removes the cloak from the sometimes bleak world of Mysterons, and illuminates the wonder to be found in moments of darkness.
Over the course of 50 minutes, Mysterons bleeds a true story of impossibility, storytelling and surprise. The only question that remains... will we ever see the light at the end of the tunnel?
*Contains depiction of physical injury. Suitable for audiences aged 16+.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 7PM, 16 - 19 OCTOBER, 2024
DURATION: 50 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
BEYOND THE BEEHIVE - 2024 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL
What made Winehouse great? Here’s your chance to experience Winehouse’s music like never before in Beyond The Beehive: Amy Winehouse’s Musical Mastery. This is the audience’s chance to see behind the superstar image and into her phenomenal talent.
Ask most people what they know about Amy Winehouse, and they'll mention her addictions, iconic look and tragic death. But beyond the tabloid coverage, Winehouse was a masterful musician who set the musical world alight. Grammy-winning Winehouse drew on the rich history of jazz, gospel, soul, Motown, 60s girl groups and hip-hop. Carol expertly weaves the fascinating story of her music around a collection of hits and rarities.
Carol Whitfield, backed by her 4-piece band presents a show that impresses with quotes, anecdotes, laughter and a tearjerker finish. This is a show that has audiences dancing in the aisles and singing along to all the songs they know and love. Winehouse lovers are left pining for a talent gone too soon.
"Carol Whitfield is charisma personified" - Theatre People
“Whitfield channels Winehouse during her performances in such an innate and devoted way [...] it almost feels like the real thing.” - Good Vibes Melbourne
“An overall great show that had the audience smiling, laughing, toe-tapping and literally dancing in their seats.” - Weekend Notes
“Whitfield is a masterful singer in her own right ... and pitch perfect across the entire repertoire.” - What did she think
”Carol Whitfield has an easy-going warmth and charm about her. Blessed with a sultry and lyrical voice, she effortlessly channels Amy’s throaty jazz vocals.” - I tell you what I think
“The second the show started the crowd was clapping and dancing along in their seats and it did not stop all show!” - Melbourne Theatre Info
Written and performed by Carol Whitfield
Musical Director Ryland Sack
*Audience Rating: Suitable for all ages.
EVENT DETAILS:
NIGHT PERFORMANCES: 9PM, 15 - 19 OCTOBER, 2024
DURATION: 60 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
TAMED HUMANS - 2024 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL
Prepare for a theatrical experience like no other. With uniquely trained actors, Tamed Humans promises to be a compelling collision of tales exploring human domestication and the tight leash held by culture, society, work and family. Using the groundbreaking Perdekamp Emotional Method (PEM), watch 4 actors transform in and out of 16 characters before your eyes.
Do YOU want to hold the leash? Take control of the characters' emotional journeys with a choose-your-own-adventure style extravaganza of human interaction in the show’s second half.
Tamed Humans is an eclectic collection of tales featuring 16 humans across history, their spirits restrained by domestication and shackled by doubts and insecurities. This dynamic 60-minute show is a rollercoaster of comedy and tragedy, showcasing the future possibilities of the acting craft alongside audience participation.
Presented by PEM Acting by Kalliso, don’t miss the opportunity to see PEM in performance before the methodology is presented at The Actors Centre in New York later this year.
*Contains adult themes including mild coarse language, sexual references, mention of sexual assault, mental health, euthanasia, emotional abuse, domestic violence, death and depictions of PTSD. Parental discretion for younger viewers recommended.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 7PM, 15 OCTOBER; 1PM & 5PM, 19 OCTOBER; 1PM & 4PM, 20 OCTOBER 2024
DURATION: 60 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
ECHOES OF HER - 2024 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL
Echoes of Her: A Kathak Celebration
Immerse yourself in "Echoes of Her: A Kathak Celebration," a captivating Kathak (Indian Classical Dance Form) performance that brings to life the essence and stories of womanhood. This unique duet reacts and resonates with the diverse experiences, emotions, and strengths of women, expressed through the classical Indian dance form of Kathak.
Join us for an evening of grace, rhythm, and cultural richness as we celebrate both the art form and the feminine spirit it portrays. Don't miss this enchanting journey that honors and celebrates the power and beauty of womanhood.
Experience the elegance and storytelling of Kathak as it echoes the voices and tales of women, creating a powerful and moving tribute to feminine strength and grace.
*Audience rating: Suitable for all ages.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 5PM, 13 OCTOBER 2024
DURATION: 60 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
BHISHMA - 2024 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL
BHISHMA, the Grandsire, in a nutshell explores the inner secrets, trials and tribulation of this central and prominent character - Bhishma of Mahabharata. He is respected as one of the Gurus not just in the period but also in the style of his thoughts and action which reflect the truth of today that can be adopted for a righteous living.
This play tries to dig deep into the hearts of a man in which no woman is ‘believed’ to have ever resided. It attempts to examine the strength of a man who stood face-to-face in combat against two Avatars of Vishnu, and even defeated one of them, but put down his bow and arrow on sighting a man who was once a woman. Yet when we go through his steps and path that he crafted for himself, we question, why did he fall? Where did he falter? A man who had the liberty to choose his own death chooses to live at the most difficult moments but decides to end his life at a humble request.
*Play will be in Tamil with English Subtitles. Suitable for all ages.
EVENT DETAILS:
NIGHT PERFORMANCES: 8:30PM, 11 - 12 OCTOBER, 2024
DURATION: 60 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
HANGMAN - 2024 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL
Two killers. One System.
What happens when a prison executioner tormented by guilt has a chance encounter with a sadistic serial killer?
Delve deep into the psyche of two killers in one system. The play takes the audience into the minds of our protagonists: an agonised prison executioner and a twisted serial killer. Traumatised by the nature of his job, the prison executioner is at the brink of insanity. The killer, driven by his obsession with the noose, sadistically uses the executioner’s fear and social conditioning against him to push him over the edge, ultimately leading to a shocking conclusion.
Combining an eclectic mix of dark comedy and absurdist theatre, Hangman challenges the audience's moral compass and explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the human psyche. The play poses myriad philosophical questions. Could we forgive the perpetrator? Should the death penalty be abolished? Should executing people ever be considered an occupation? Questions that will leave audiences on the edge of their seats, craving for more, and contemplating long after the curtains close."
*Contains some coarse language. Suitable for audiences aged 15+.
EVENT DETAILS:
NIGHT PERFORMANCES: 8:30PM, 9 - 10 OCTOBER, 2024
DURATION: 60 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
BETWEEN THE CURTAINS - 2024 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL
Can you become a Professional Patient?
Follow the whacky journey of one woman as she dances with the hospital system for more than two decades to become a self-proclaimed professional patient. In this unique (maybe a little absurd) comedic celebration of hospital life, Anita shares stories of the procedures she loved to hate, the visitors she never wanted, friendships made, friends lost, and the angels that kept her alive.
Anita brings anecdote, observational and comedy sketch to have you falling in love with hospitals, nurses and catheters.
This is a must-see performance for anyone in the medical field. During her Adelaide Fringe season, Anita laughed with nurses, hugged fellow professional patients and answered the unspeakable questions of surgeons and medical professionals.
★★★★ "Anita Lovell turns lived experience into a lesson in patience, gratitude and humanity."
“Uplifting, poignant, and life affirming, Between the Curtains is a show that crackles with energy and emotion.” - Binge Fringe
“Lovell has great comic delivery and a joy inducing commitment to the physicality” - Theatre Reds
Sydney Fringe's Award-winning Emerging Artist:
Sydney Fringe WINNER Best Emerging Artist 2023
Sydney Fringe Nominated Best in Comedy 2023
Sydney Fringe WINNER Spirit of the Fringe 2022
*Contains some coarse language and description of medical procedures. Suitable for audiences aged 15+.
EVENT DETAILS:
NIGHT PERFORMANCES: 7PM, 9 - 13 OCTOBER, 2024
DURATION: 60 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
ROCK ‘N’ ROLL GHOST STORY - 2024 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL
An absurdist dark comedy about paranoia, isolation, delusion, the paranormal and rock and roll. You know what they say about brothers: the bond between them is unbreakable. Sam and Alex shook the nation with their rock band 'The Revelation', making an album (and a half), and playing close to sold out gigs in their hometown. Things didn’t end too well with the brothers. They split almost two decades ago and entered a new phase of their careers: paranormal investigators, establishing a somewhat popular online TV program called ‘Ghost Trappers’. After some time, Sam’s paranoia and delusions put an end to their paranormal careers.
”Rock 'n' Roll Ghost Story” is an absurdist two-hander exploring the themes of paranoia, isolation, delusion and the paranormal. The play circles around a former superstar and rock and roll icon, Sam Strange. Since the bands break-up, Sam has become somewhat of a recluse, and Alex has gone missing.
It is evening in Sam’s living room. His only communication with the outside world is social media, mainly ‘X’ (formerly ‘Twitter’), where he communicates with fans. This night, however, is the real ‘revelation’. What really happened to Alex? Why has Sam been such a recluse over the past few years? Why the urgent need to tell his ‘X’ followers now?
When fantasy turns into reality, his world topples over and hiding is no longer an option.
*Contains coarse language and paranormal themes, and themes of paranoia, isolation and death. Suitable for audiences aged 15+.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 6PM, 9 - 12 & 16 - 19 OCTOBER 2024
DURATION: 70 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE CLUBROOM THEATRETTE
FOR MY FAMILY, AND YOURS - 2024 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL
Dedicated to the loved ones who help us become the people we are.
'For My Family, And Yours' is an exploration into the family relationships that shape us. Told through the lens of music, poetry and his family, Ravi the Poet interweaves a narrative of how we can’t help but be influenced by the loved ones around us.
Filled to the brim with love and gratitude, mixed in with a couple doses of difficult truths, come along to reflect on your relationships and leave the evening appreciating the loved ones shaping your journey.
Bring tissues.
*Suitable for all ages.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 4PM, 6 OCTOBER 2024
DURATION: 45 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE CLUBROOM THEATRETTE
REVELATIONS - 2024 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL
You wait 3 billion years for someone to love then an entire species comes along at once.
Rogue Daikon offers you the chance to bravely burrow through a soft sculpture tunnel and emerge into an intimate stage-space. Waiting for you is an engaging and warm-hearted 60 minute show starring all of humanity and the earth itself. Revelations is an experimental soiree through time and space asking you to crawl, learn and grow.
This lyrical performance by Eden Byron-Thomsen layers theatrical forms including a Greek Chorus, Soliloquy, Metatheatre and Butoh alongside projection art from Celeriac Systems and music by DALYS.
Hidden not just in Prahran but round the corner, up a staircase and through a textured tunnel, this is a performance for the curious mind and adventurous heart.
*Suitable for all ages.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 7:30PM, 4 - 6 OCTOBER & 6:30PM, 7 - 8 OCTOBER 2024
DURATION: TUNNEL EXPERIENCE OPENS FOR 30 MINUTES, FOLLOWED BY A 45 MINUTES PERFORMANCE. STRICTLY NO ENTRY AFTER THE START OF THE PERFORMANCE
VENUE: THE CLUBROOM THEATRETTE
BRUN - 2024 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL
'brun' is art come to life; vivid colour, dramatic lines, and the beauty of the human body combining to shine a light on how our interactions with others can change us.
From Manet, to Degas, to Matisse, artists have been fascinated by dancers for centuries - capturing their passion and movement in a snapshot of stillness. 'brun' takes the opposite approach, paying homage to art and colour through the combination of ballet, physical theatre and contemporary dance. Four talent dancers will use their bodies to paint a life. Friendship, romance, gaslighting, codependency, and independence and more all presented in a flurry of music and movement.
If you love the colour and drama of a trip to the art gallery, 'brun' is all that with added turns, jumps, kicks and outpouring of human emotion.
*Audience Rating: Suitable for all ages.
EVENT DETAILS:
NIGHT PERFORMANCES: 8:30PM, 2 - 5 OCTOBER, 2024
DURATION: 45 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
SLASHING RACISM THE NINJA WAY - 2024 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL
What? There’s racism in Australia?
For 73 years it was unconstitutional NOT to be racist.
Australians claim to be tolerant people. In others words, they will put up with someone near them who looks a bit different.
“The Corporate Ninja” Ron Lee will show you the humorous side of racism and will give you a unique experience that has been universally described as “high-impact”, “interactive”, “funny”, “memorable” and “somewhat dangerous”.
One short, interactive, Aikido-based exercise will show you how not to be racist.
Martial arts weapons might or might not be involved.
*Contains mild coarse language and adult themes. Suitable for audiences aged 15+.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 7:30PM, 1 - 3 OCTOBER 2024
DURATION: 60 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE CLUBROOM THEATRETTE
MUMMA’S BOY - 2024 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL
Mumma's Boy is a dance-driven comedy about a mother facing the tough decision of whether to kick her 30-year-old son out of home, and, upon landing on the tough-love option, struggling to find a way to get him out.
Written and presented by Alasdair Keith Gardiner, a filmmaker, a theatre maker, and a mild cup of tea on a cold and rainy day maker. Joining forces with internationally renowned choreographer Maggie Wilson, and a fabulous cast, he premieres the play Mumma's Boy at this year's Melbourne Fringe!
*Contains coarse language. Suitable for audiences aged 15+.
EVENT DETAILS:
NIGHT PERFORMANCES: 7PM, 1 - 6 OCTOBER, 2024
DURATION: 60 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
UNPLANNED - SEASON 4
Unplanned returns with the 4th season due to popular demand! An evening filled with all things STELLA. If you’ve seen Unplanned before, you would know it changes every time and there are forever new moments that we can all share!
Come experience a night where you will see how beautiful and clever the human body can be. A night filled with improvisation!
Showcasing STELLA YOUTH DANCE COMPANY movers. You will help the movers by guiding them with your stories from your seat and creating touching moments together.
This event is fully charged with raw emotion and real life experiences that people feel comfortable to share.
*Audience rating: Suitable for all ages.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 8PM, 18 AUGUST 2024
DURATION: 75 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
BARE: A POP OPERA
DIY Collective Inc. is extremely excited to present “bare: a pop opera”. “bare” is the story of a senior class at a Catholic boarding school facing issues of sexuality and personal identity. As they struggle to come to terms with who they are, and who the world thinks they should be, they seek answers from their Church, their friends and ultimately from within themselves. Its rich, vibrant score draws on many styles of contemporary music.
*Contains mature themes, coarse and offensive language and reference to sex and sexuality, self harm / suicide, depression, drug use, bullying and violence. Parental discretion for younger viewers recommended.
EVENT DETAILS:
NIGHT PERFORMANCES: 7:30PM, 7 - 10 AUG 2024
MATINEE PERFORMANCES: 2PM, 10 & 4PM, 11 AUG 2024
DURATION: 2.5 HOURS WITH INTERVAL. DOOR OPENS 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
"BLUE" - BURGUNDY BLUE 2ND ALBUM LAUNCH
Melbourne A Cappella Jazz quintet Burgundy Blue will be celebrating the launch of their second album - "Blue" - in concert style, featuring many of the tracks off the new album.
Almost two years after the officially release of their debut album, Burgundy Blue are proud to announce their second album: "Blue", and it promises to be bigger, better and "bluer" than the first.
Join Australian A Cappella champions and be the first to see them perform their new songs live.
*Audience Rating: Suitable for all ages.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATE: 7:30PM, 3 AUGUST, 2024
DURATION: 120 MINUTES WITH INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
OLDER THAN I EVER INTENDED TO BE
We all wake up one day, look in the mirror, and wonder… how the f*ck did I get this old!?!?
Join Scott Hollingsworth as he explores the twists and turns, pitfalls and perfection, victories and vices of having to age – live on stage!
A veteran of musical theatre, with a career spanning Broadway and Londons West End, Scott now finds himself an unwilling corporate conscript. With one foot on the stage and one shackled to an office desk, at 50 something he ponders… what the hell am I doing here?
How else would an old song and dance man choose to share a retrospective of trying to live, love, learn, evolve, thrive and survive but rip off musicals and spoof show tunes!
A night of laughs and great singalong moments, as Scott tries to make sense of this crazy journey called life, and befriend the middle aged stranger that now greets him in the mirror.
"A cabaret journey of growing older, wiser, and always finding the best light.”
“A middle aged musical musing on ‘acting your age’… and all that jazz!”
“The name on everybody’s lips is gonna be… Scotty!”
*Content Warnings: Contains coarse language, sexual and drug/alcohol themes. Suitable for audiences aged 15+.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 8PM, 25 - 27 JULY, 2024
DURATION: 110 MINUTES WITH INTERVAL. DOOR OPENS 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
BON VOYAGE "LITTLE SQUIRT" - A FUNDRAISING EVENT
“Little Squirt” is going on tour! Say Bon Voyage to the team by helping us cover the cost of leaping across the pond and grab your ticket to this one-off night of musical comedy! Come along for a sneak preview into the fabulous mind of Darby James as he tests out an eclectic bunch of disconnected new songs alongside a few special guests!
*Content Warning: May contain some coarse language and sexual references that could be considered inappropriate for young audiences. Viewer discretion is advised..
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATE: 6PM, 14 JULY, 2024
DURATION: 90 MINUTES WITH INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
MATILDA MCMISHEN IS NOT A MUSICIAN
Presented by Jo Clyne as part of the 2024 Melbourne Magic Festival
Matilda McMishen is looking for a hobby.
Unfortunately, she comes from a very talented family where everyone is good at something.
Will she find her own passion?
This hilarious and tongue-twisting magic show is about trying new things.
*Audience Rating: Recommended for audiences aged 4 - 11.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATE: 12PM & 2:30PM, 6 JULY, 2024
DURATION: 50 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
NO RECEPTION
Get ready to dive into the whirlwind world of wedding mayhem with Drama King Theatre Company's 'No Reception': an exciting new comedy play written and directed by Jason Ekonomides.
This uproarious journey tells the story of how an overbearing and overly-involved bridal party navigates the hilarious highs and lows of wedding preparations. From dress fittings gone wrong to engagement party mishaps, these characters are in for one wild ride!
But just when they think they've seen it all, fate throws them a curveball. On the big day, as nerves are high and anticipation fills the air: the chaotic bridal party finds themselves trapped in a wine cellar! With tensions mounting and tempers flaring, will they overcome this unexpected challenge and make it to the ceremony on time?!
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, love, and plenty of twists and turns. 'No Reception' promises to be a rollercoaster of comedic delight that you won't want to miss!
*Content Warnings: Contains coarse language, sexual references, and mature themes. Recommended for audiences aged 13+.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 7:30PM, 27 - 29 JUNE, 2024
DURATION: 120 MINUTES WITH INTERVAL. DOOR OPENS 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
CUTTING ONIONS
Bizarre, grotesque and observant, Cutting Onions dissects a relationship constrained by the oppression of gender expectations. The piece demonstrates the effects these constraints have on everyone, but exemplifies the damage it causes women.
The piece is a handcrafted visual spectacle that discards refinement and minimalism, for an abundance of raw artistry. Set in a transformative kitchen space, the nuanced storytelling is matched with jarring and often surreal imagery. The kitchen transfigures itself, congruent to the woman’s emotional turmoil and emphasises the impact of the man’s unintentionally harmful actions.
Cutting Onions challenges conventionally accepted behaviours and invites reflection and introspection. It depicts the experience of one individual woman, while representing something universally experienced by women.
Written by Nadia Sirninger Rankin.
*Content Warnings: Contains some coarse language, themes of mental health, theatrical gore, self-harm and references to sexual abuse. Mild strobe effects, mild haze effects and harsh sound effects. Suitable for audiences aged 15+.
EVENT DETAILS:
NIGHT PERFORMANCES: 7:30PM, 14, 15, 20 - 22 JUNE, 2024
MATINEE PERFORMANCE: 2PM, 15, 16, 23 JUNE, 2024
DURATION: 60 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOOR OPENS 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
WERKIN’ 5 TO 9 - OVERTIME EDITION
Get ready to sashay back into the dazzling world of drag with "Werkin' 5 to 9: Overtime Edition"! HollyPop and Brenda Bressed are back, serving up fierce looks and fabulous tunes in this revitalised version of their original Melbourne Fringe Festival 2023 ‘Judge’s Pick’ jukebox musical, narrated by the one and only Della Katessen.
Rejoin our beloved queens as they navigate the high heels and high stakes of balancing day jobs with their drag careers. With live singing, captivating choreography, and an extra dose of sass, HollyPop and Brenda Bressed spin through the struggles of paying rent while still slaying the stage.
But fear not! Just when they need it most, their fairy drag mother swoops in with glittering wisdom and a killer playlist. With show-stopping numbers and plenty of sequins, "Werkin' 5 to 9: Overtime Edition" is a jubilant celebration of the hustle, heart, and humour of drag life.
*Content Warnings: Mild coarse language, some infrequent/low pressure audience interaction, haze effects and mild strobe effects. Audience rating: PG
EVENT DETAILS:
NIGHT PERFORMANCES: 8PM, 6 - 8 JUNE, 2024
MATINEE PERFORMANCE: 4PM, 8 JUNE, 2024
DURATION: 105 MINUTES WITH INTERVAL. DOOR OPENS 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
UNPLANNED - SEASON 3
Unplanned SEASON 3 is here!
An evening filled with all things STELLA. If you’ve seen unplanned, you’d know it changes every time and this one of course will have its base but some new moments have been created for us all to share!
Come experience a night where you can see how beautiful and clever the human body is. The night will be filled with improvisation, yep… completely improvised. UNPLANNED!
Showcasing STELLA YOUTH DANCE COMPANY movers. You will help the movers by guiding them with your stories from your seat.
If you want MORE details, check out Stella Youth Dance Company’s instagram for extra announcements!
This experience is highly charged with emotion, raw, real life experiences which the movers feel comfortable to share.
The aim is to create a safe space for those who may prefer to stay silent or those who want to share. It is a real moving experience and it is honestly the best thing ever created by founder - Josephine Magliolo. The vulnerability is just indescribable.
Come support STELLA and buy a ticket! A place that has been a safe spot for so many, a place that we will continue creating and now we invite our audience members to experience it with us.
*Audience rating: Suitable for all ages.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 8PM, 11 MAY, 2023
DURATION: 75 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
ONE FOR US, ONE FOR YOU - 2024 MICF SEASON
Door To Door is proud to present ‘One For Us, One For You: Australia’s Sexiest Sketch Comedy Show’*
Drawing upon the talents and salesmanship of local award-winning performers, writers, international criminals (the fun kind), and far too much HECS debt, ‘One For Us, One For You’ is dedicated to hitting that sweet, sweet spot between comedy that appeals to all (The ‘you’ in this equation! Love Maths!) and then comedy that appeals only to the one or two people who sucked it out from the marrow of their enormous funny bones (The ‘us’ in this equation! Is it possible for an equation to be selfish?).
We hope somewhere in this tug of war, there’ll be a sketch for us and a sketch for you - the holy venn diagram that satisfies us all.
*If beauty is in the eye of the beholder, then sexiness lies in the [REDACTED]**
**as sexiness is inherently subjective the title of Sexiest cannot be disproven please don’t sue us.
*Content Warning: Contains occasional coarse language, implied violence, drug references and sexual references. Suitable for audiences aged 15+.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 6:30PM, 19 APRIL 2024
DURATION: 60 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
IN THE WINGS - 2024 MICF SEASON
Is there anything more annoying than a theatre kid?
Ryan and Corey live on two opposite ends of the high school spectrum: the rehearsal room and the footy oval. Together they are tasked with building the set for their high school's musical. Is coexistence possible or will all hell break loose?
Equal parts a celebration and satire, In the Wings is a new play by up-and-coming creatives Charlie Veitch and Rex Cameron which explores the importance of community, belonging, and doing what you love. It's mainly humorous though. Humorous and witty and relatable. It just has a big beating heart at the centre of it.
So, whether you're a seasoned high school thespian or an outsider confounded by the appeal of this strange, often cringe-inducing world, please come along and discover what's really going on…in the wings.
Written by: Charlie Veitch, Rex Cameron
Directed by: Ophelia Hopkins
Cast: Rex Cameron, Charlie Veitch
*Content Warning: Contains coarse language, themes of mental health and references to sexual abuse.Suitable for audiences aged 15+.
EVENT DETAILS:
TIME/DATES: 8PM, 16 - 21 APRIL 2024
DURATION: 90 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
