Melbourne
A not-for-profit company that performs classic and light opera in various venues, including the Regent Theatre.
Must-see entertainment in Australia & Pacific
Sydney
This is Australia’s largest indoor entertainment and sporting venue (21,000 seats). Everything from Disney on Ice to big rock shows take the stage.
Wellington
Wildly alternative but accessible BATS presents cutting-edge and experimental NZ theatre – varied, cheap and intimate – in its revamped theatre.
Perth
The good old Amplifier is one of the best places for live (mainly indie) bands. (Part of the same complex as Capitol, used mainly for DJ gigs.)
Melbourne
Founded in 1988, Chamber Made Opera showcases contemporary music and music-based performance art at various venues around the city and state.
Canberra
An independent and art-house cinema in the Canberra Centre. Tuesday is discount day (all tickets $13).
Blue Mountains
Inside an old public hall, the 130-seat Mount Vic Flicks is a wonderful step back in time, with ushers, a piano player and door prizes.
Melbourne
This early Victorian theatre (completed 1842) stages drama, opera, concerts and comedy. It's also home to Melbourne's oldest library.
Sydney
Sells tickets for music, sports, arts and theatre events. Has various outlets around town as well as emailing printable tickets.
Hobart
City-centre booking office for all kinds of stuff around Hobart and beyond: rock gigs, theatre shows, musicals, festivals etc.
Hobart
This versatile bohemian city bar doubles as a music venue with everything from live bands to DJs, dance, cabaret and comedy.
New South Wales
This excellent 500-seat theatre hosts live music, theatre and dance performances. Check the website for what's on and when.
Brisbane
Catch improvisation troupes, children’s theatre or classic plays at this intimate community theatre built in 1936.
Melbourne
The national opera company performs with some regularity at the Arts Centre.
Perth
In summer bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy a romantic moonlit movie. Booking ahead online is recommended.
Melbourne
Sells discounted tickets to shows and concerts on the day of performance. Must be bought in person with cash.
Parnell & Newmarket
Mainly art-house and international films, plus better mainstream fare and regular specialist film festivals.
Melbourne
Built in 1928, this midsize 1920s Spanish-style venue is dedicated to comic theatre, stand-up and musicals.
Millennium Hotel Feast & Revue
Rotorua
Entertaining poolside shows include a live performance from local Māori performers and a hāngi.
Perth
Local and international bands play regularly in this spacious art deco pub with a laid-back beer garden.
Christchurch
Screens art-house and blockbuster flicks in the seaside suburb of Sumner. Cheaper prices on Tuesdays.
Byron Bay
A 250-seat venue that stages theatre and hosts touring concerts. Check the website for what's on.
Launceston
Escape your present reality with Hollywood blockbusters and the saliva-stirring aroma of popcorn.
Perth
Art-house, independent and foreign movies are shown at this cinema in the heart of Northbridge.
Perth
The beautiful art-deco Astor no longer screens films but is used for concerts and comedy gigs.
Brisbane
This cinema on Queen St Mall shows mainstream blockbusters. Cut-price tickets on Tuesday.
Perth
Local rugby team in the Super 18 competition. They usually lose to the New Zealand teams.
Broome
Party central, The Roey's labyrinthine bars offer sports, live music, DJs and cocktails.
Melbourne
This purpose-built venue attracts a good-quality crop of international and local bands.
Hobart
An inner-city multiplex screening mainstream releases. Popcorn and sugary fizz galore.
Waiheke Island Community Cinema
Waiheke Island
The island's only cinema, screening a mixture of blockbusters and art-house flicks.
Coromandel Peninsula
Latest-release films. A few movies are just $10 each week – check the website.
Devonport Entertainment & Convention Centre
Tasmania
Home to Devonport's main theatre, where comedy and music acts regularly perform.
Dunedin
Screens blockbusters and art-house flicks. Tickets are cheaper ($9) on Tuesdays.
Newtown & the Inner West
Enjoy the artistic merits of the non-blockbuster flicks you’ll see here.
Victoria
A great country race meeting held at various times throughout the year.
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