Theatre venue
Athenaeum Theatre
12 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
Paul
December 17, 2019
The Athenaeum Theatre is the oldest public institution in Victoria, starting its life in 1839. The historic theatre hosts a range of live performances spanning comedy, music and theatre. Further down the street, you’ll find the heritage-listed Paul Smith building, with its red brick facade and stained glass windows, it is a perfect Instagram moment. It’s one of the best places to see a show From high-profile musicals to film festivals and independent theatre, Collins Street is a hub for live shows. Catch Bring It On The Musical at the Athenaeum Theatre and save the date for Billy Elliot, coming to the Regent Theatre early next year.
The Athenaeum Theatre is the oldest public institution in Victoria, starting its life in 1839. The historic theatre hosts a range of live performances spanning comedy, music and theatre. Further down the street, you’ll find the heritage-listed Paul Smith building, with its red brick facade and sta…
David & Ong & Jordan!
March 17, 2016
The Melbourne Athenaeum is Melbourne’s oldest cultural institution, starting life as the city’s first Mechanics Institute in 1839.
Elissa
July 1, 2022
Founded in 1839 the Athenaeum is part of Melbourne’s East End Theatre District, and hosts a range of theatre, comedy and music performances.
David
August 21, 2016
The Melbourne Athenaeum is Melbourne’s oldest cultural institution, starting life as the city’s first Mechanics Institute in 1839. The Melbourne City Council met in the building until 1852, when the Melbourne Town Hall was built.
Lyn
May 15, 2016
This is such an iconic building and theatre in Melbourne. If you love historic buildings to experience art and culture this is the place. The Melbourne Athenaeum is Melbourne’s oldest cultural institution, starting life as the city’s first Mechanics Institute in 1839. Today’s Athenaeum houses the heritage-listed Athenaeum Theatre, the Last Laugh at the Comedy Club, the Melbourne Athenaeum Library, Bistro D’Orsay and a retail outlet.
This is such an iconic building and theatre in Melbourne. If you love historic buildings to experience art and culture this is the place. The Melbourne Athenaeum is Melbourne’s oldest cultural institution, starting life as the city’s first Mechanics Institute in 1839. Today’s Athenaeum houses the h…
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Location
188 Collins St
Melbourne, VIC