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Music and performing arts in Melbourne

Ballet 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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Melbourne International Comedy Festival

Share the joke with the cream of Australian and international comics at the Southern Hemisphere's premier laugh-fest.
When: 24 March – 18 April 2010
Where: Melbourne Town Hall and various venues.
Tickets: Ph 03 9417 7711 or www.comedyfestival.com.au

Kirsty Martin and Damien Welch in Les Presages. Photo: Justin Smith

The Australian Ballet

The Australian Ballet will be back in Melbourne in March 2010. See incredible performances from one of the world's hardest working ballet companies.
When: Dates throughout 2010
Where: State Theatre, the Arts Centre
Tickets: Ph 1300 136 166 or www.ticketmaster.com.au

Melbourne Ballet

Melbourne Ballet Company

The 2010 season continues on in the company's unique and groundbreaking style beginning with Project 7, Infinite Space.
When: 3–13 June 2010
Where: Chapel off Chapel Theatre
Tickets: Ph 03 8290 7000 or www.melbourneballetcompany.com.au

Melbourne Recital Centre, Victoria, Australia. Image: James Knowler

Melbourne Recital Centre

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

Cello in the MSO

MSO 2010

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra team up with your favourite musicians – from Nigel Kennedy to Burt Bacharach, this year's highlights are not to be missed.
Where: Hamer Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre and other venues
Tickets: Ph 1300 136 166 or www.ticketmaster.com.au

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Opera Australia

Join Opera Australia for performances of Verdi's La Traviata, and the first new Australian production of Puccini's magnificent Tosca in 30 years.
Where: The Arts Centre, Southbank
Tickets: Ph 1300 136 166 or www.ticketmaster.com.au

Melbourne Fringe

The Melbourne Fringe Festival

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

Victorian Opera 2010

Victorian Opera

Victorian Opera's 2010 season is an extraordinary mix of compelling 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

MIAF

Melbourne International Arts Festival

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