Author: Melbourning

Grammy Award winning duo Twenty One Pilots have announced details a massive global world tour, which will bring them to Melbourne this November. The Clancy World Tour coincides with the release of their forthcoming album Clancy. Clancy is currently available for pre-order in a variety of physical formats including: two limited-edition deluxe box sets, four vinyl variants with additional retailer exclusives, an exclusive CD + Journal Book and a Cassette + Photocard Wallet, and much more. Having amassed over 33 billion streams worldwide and over 3 million tickets sold across global headline tours, the Columbus, OH based duo of Tyler…

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Victoria’s zoos are set to become prehistoric playgrounds this Easter, with Zoos Victoria’s new Dinos at the Zoo immersive experience providing an unforgettable journey back in time. At Melbourne Zoo, visitors can venture along paths not normally open to visitors to discover 16 huge Dinosaurs, their nests, and newly hatched young. For budding palaeontologists, there’s the chance to uncover a fossil in the sandpits, watched over by the mighty Tyrannosaurus Rex. In an Australian first, Dinos at the Zoo will also provide unprecedented access to the deaf and hard of hearing community, with Expression Australia creating a series of videos…

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Eat

If you’re heading out into the city for one of the hundreds of shows that are on from 27 March to 21 April as part of the 2024 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, there are always lots of amazing places to eat before or afterwards. We’ve rounded up a list of 10 places to try that have specials on for comedy festival participants. 1. Nomad, 187 Flinders Lane Nomad will have you in and out within 60 minutes with their Comedy Festival Express menu for $75 per person. Available from 27 March to 21 April 2024. 2. Bossley Bar and Restaurant,…

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When we think of Spain, we think of tapas, sunshine… but above all, flamenco! In Melbourne, castanets and colourful polka-dot dresses bring a touch of Andalusia to The Capitol Theatre this May in a unique 4-act show. We Call It Flamenco is a magical show that immerses you in Spanish culture. Professional dancers tap their feet to the rhythm of the music in a magical, flower-filled setting, enhanced by an exceptional play of light and shadow. It’s the ideal meeting place for all aficionados of Spanish culture, without leaving Melbourne. Discover 6 of the 50 different styles of flamenco, called…

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Visited by more than 10 million people around the world and earning a spot on CNN’s “must-see” list, The Art of the Brick comes to Melbourne! This brand new, immersive version of Nathan Sawaya’s iconic LEGO art exhibit features original collections, over 100 sculptures made from more than 1 million bricks, a LEGO safari, moving installations, 360 degree projections, and much more. The renewed version of the critically acclaimed exhibition opens at the Melbourne Showgrounds on 14 April – with tickets on sale now. Nathan Sawaya is an award-winning artist who creates awe-inspiring works of art using only toy LEGO…

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After conquering stages across the globe and on the back of their stunning new album The Catalyst, Swedish metal virtuosos AMARANTHE are finally set to embark on their first ever tour of Australia. AMARANTHE have walked their own unique path from the start. With a sound that combines the sharpest, cutting edges of modern melodic metal, electronic rock and razor-sharp pop, their impact was immediate and undeniable. Their music is absurdly infectious, genre defining and is led by the unique 3-way vocal assault of the electrifying Elize Ryd, Mikael Sehlin & Nils Molin who deliver an unprecedented aural attack that is complimented by scything guitars and pulsating keyboard passages. Now…

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Frankston’s captivating South Side Festival, to be held in May, will offer a stunning celebration of arts and culture that fuses talent and venues with the absolute best of the contemporary arts scene. Mayor Nathan Conroy said that this year’s festival will celebrate the transformative power of the arts in shaping cities, with South Side showcasing and highlighting how the arts breathes new life into the urban landscape. “Through compelling stories, spellbinding performances and immersive experiences we’re bringing people together, stimulating conversations and enduring connections,’ Mr Conroy said. “There’s also a major focus this year on our precious environment. Join us in…

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Don’t miss out on your chance to see pop royalty at The Espy in April as Melanie C, famously known as “Sporty Spice” from the iconic 1990s pop group The Spice Girls, will DJ a set in the Gershwin Room. From her rise to fame as one fifth of the most successful girl band of all time to her successful solo career, Melanie C’s impact on music and pop culture has been nothing short of incredible. With 11 UK number ones under her belt and being the only female artist to top the UK charts as a quintet, quartet, duo…

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Bianchetto Bar in Kew opens to enhance the local evening scene with its Elegant cocktail lounge. Owner Joe Vargetto is thrilled to unveil the final venue within the Mister Bianco building, offering a refined drinking experience for the community. Bianchetto is a chic cocktail bar located next door to the popular Mister Bianco restaurant, offering a dynamic duo of dining and drinking options. Designed as an intimate companion to Mister Bianco, Bianchetto boasts an alluring ambiance. It features sexy booths, low lighting, and a sophisticated yet convivial atmosphere. The bar is a destination offering a space for locals to gather…

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Art

In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) is pleased to present The Land is Us: Stories, Place and Connection – a new major exhibition that brings together notable artworks from the NGV Collection to offer an expanded consideration of landscape art. This free exhibition will be on display at SAM from 30 March to 1 September 2024. Through artworks from Australian, First Nations, and international artists, The Land is Us explores our fascination with and our connection to land and place. Curated into a series of rooms, the artworks traverse a number of themes, from the role of the…

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Legendary Australian band, The Cat Empire, will join forces with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) in August for a string of electrifying performances featuring their most beloved tunes and exuberant new music. Featuring world-class flamenco artists, Richard Tedesco, Johnny Tedesco, Chantelle Cano, this tour will showcase a vibrant orchestral reinterpretation of The Cat Empire’s new material and classic songs, as they unite with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra from 22-24 August for a truly immersive concert experience. Following the successful collaboration with Felix Riebl and Ollie McGill on the Spinifex Gum Concerts, this exciting collaboration brings together a diverse melting pot of Australian talent, paired with Riebl’s distinctive style. …

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I subscribe to all the things so you don’t have to. This is a curated list of what’s been announced over the past week so you can save the date, or swoop on tickets, and also a list of what’s coming up soon if you’re looking to make last-minute plans. What’s new? UK soccer frenzy to hit Melbourne in May The three-game series, Global Football Week – Melbourne will see Tottenham Hotspur FC, Newcastle United FC and Arsenal Women FC headline an exciting series of international football club matches at the MCG and Marvel Stadium in May, Little Britain star David Williams…

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