One of Melbourne's favourite theatres.
Built in 1928, the Comedy Theatre is a blend of European flavours. The exterior is a replica of a Florentine palace and the interior shows a strong Spanish influence. The venue still maintains a lot of its original characteristics including balcony seating, a generous foyer and an elegant staircase.
The Comedy Theatre has seating for up to 1,000 patrons over two levels. The venue underwent a significant refurbishment in 2017 which included new seats, new air conditioning and some upgraded amenities on the dress circle level.
As well as playing host to the Melbourne International Comedy Festival each year, audiences can enjoy a diverse range of theatre and live entertainment. Famous shows to have played at the Comedy Theatre include; Come From Away (three times!), Avenue Q, Rock of Ages, Waiting for Godot, The Rocky Horror Show, Jagged Little Pill, American Idiot, Girl From The North Country, Once, A Christmas Carol, Calamity Jane and The Mousetrap.
Now Playing
Coming Soon
1984 by George Orwell
The electrifying adaption of 1984 by George Orwell, from the multi award-winning creative minds at Shake & Stir, arrives at the Comedy Theatre this July.
Here You Come Again
A rollicking, joyous new musical comedy, Here You Come Again brings Dolly Parton's biggest hits to life in a heartwarming and hilarious show!
In The Heights
The Tony Award®-winning musical sensation In the Heights is set to ignite Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre this August. Experience the debut musical from mastermind Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hamilton, Moana) which set the stage for his meteoric rise.
The 39 Steps
Mix Alfred Hitchcock’s classic spy thriller with a dash of Monty Python-style chaos, and you get THE 39 STEPS — a turbo-charged, Olivier and Tony Award-winning comedy smash.