Travel guide Melbourne

Rob Lobosco Productions brings to the stage its fifth play, Dress to Hide- The Story of a Straight Aussie Bloke. A true and funny story based on a real man. Rob Lobosco has put pen to paper again to deliver a funny and fast paced comedy play. This is his first comedy play to be written and performed. Enough about him - lets learn a little more about the play! Straight Aussie bloke, Trav, lives a simple life. He gets up every morning to a loving wife and his two boys and heads to work as a chef at his local pub. His complicated family life lacks fun and adventure, with too many lows and not enough highs. Something is missing in his mundane existence. Home life is missing an element of fun and adventure. He needs a bit of excitement in this dreary life of his. He finds a way to bring back... Read more

Polish up your martini glasses and join Impro Melbourne for the debonair wit of Late Night Impro, now in its 12th consecutive season at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. It is sharper than the lapel on Cary Grant's suit, classier than Grace Kelly's shoes, and funnier than Jerry Lewis. The improvisers are vying to be named Best Director for scenes starring their rivals. As the stakes get higher, alliances are made and betrayed, with more doublecrossing than Hitchcock at his finest. Insouciant charm on the surface, scoundrelly sabotage seething beneath, the players are as cool as a Bond Martini. It's survival of the funniest. The improvisers want your laughs, your loyalty, and your votes. You decide which player wins. Which director has the comic genius of Billy Wilder, and who... Read more

See TV, radio and sporting personalities as you've never seen them before - and as they have never seen themselves. Every scene is made up on the spot, sparked by audience suggestion, powered by serious Impro training and performance-enhancing chocolate bars. The game will be full of thrills, sportsmanship and surprises. Cheer as your team reaches dizzying comic heights one minute, then spectacularly crash and burn the next. The stars are coming out to play, but there will be no excuses, just a riotous fight to the end. The teams are out to score maximum points before the whistle blows. There will be spills, laughs, and there might even be oranges at halftime. Join in and find out who will win the seasons Best and Fairest. For the latest cast announcements visit our website or beco... Read more

Francis McCubbin has ambition. He just has not found it yet. With the Global Financial Crisis in full swing and fearing that his Arts degree in Roman Philosophy might be worthless, will an honours year provide the pathway to success he mildly desires?


'The Exciting Adventures of Francis McCubbin', a comical insight into university life, was inspired by the writers' and casts' recent time at various universities. It is filled with comical stories from all of the crew and mixed in wit... Read more

The 2010 Lakes Oil Tour of Gippsland will be held from July 28 to August 1. It is part of the ever-growing Scody Cup cycling series which unearths great young cycling talent.


This five-day tour will take in various locations across Gippsland, with plenty of colour and furious racing to be enjoyed by all.


See state, national and world champion cyclists up close and personal and learn why Australians perform so strongly in this sport


AUD30,000 in prizemoney i... Read more

Polish up your martini glasses and join Impro Melbourne for the debonair wit of Late Night Impro, now in its 12th consecutive season at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. It is sharper than the lapel on Cary Grant's suit, classier than Grace Kelly's shoes, and funnier than Jerry Lewis. The improvisers are vying to be named Best Director for scenes starring their rivals. As the stakes get higher, alliances are made and betrayed, with more doublecrossing than Hitchcock at his finest. Insouciant charm on the surface, scoundrelly sabotage seething beneath, the players are as cool as a Bond Martini. It's survival of the funniest. The improvisers want your laughs, your loyalty, and your votes. You decide which player wins. Which director has the comic genius of Billy Wilder, and who... Read more

Our lovely market is held monthly at the Masonic Hall in Yarraville. Some months we are open on Saturday and Sunday.


It is in the village. It is sweet. It is quaint. It is friendly.


But mostly, it is full of Melbourne artists and designers whose products are all handmade, gorgeous and Australian made. Just how we like it.


And while you're in Yarraville, why not stop for a coffee, lunch, or catch a movie at the Sun Theatre. Yarraville has a lot offer!
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A celebration of all things beer is set for Melbourne when the Beer and Brewer Expo returns bigger and better in May. The annual event will be held in new digs at Federation Square this May, with the continued support of major sponsor, Dan Murphy's. Coinciding with the Australian International Beer Awards (AIBA) - the second-largest of their kind in the world - the expo will again unite the global brewing community with beer-lovers keen to learn more about the art of beer production and meet the people behind it. With a strong emphasis on education, the expo will tap into the growing demand for better beer knowledge while introducing many unique brews now available. Presentations from international experts will also be held on topics including home brewing, beer and food matching, tas... Read more

The 2010 Lunching and Listening Program commences in late March and has an outstanding program of guest speakers. 25 March - Michael Cathcart The Water Dreamers - the tyranny of water Dr Michael Cathcart is a well known historian writer and broadcaster. He has hosted ABC programs such as Late Night Live and the famous Radio National Quiz. As a historian he is best known for his work on Manning Clark's History of Australia and with Kate Darian-Smith, Stirring Australian Speeches. His most recent work, The Water Dreamers, is the subject of today's address. 22 April - Neil Smith The Anzac Day March Neil Smith as a Military Historian has for many years been involved as a commentator for the ABC on the Anzac Day March. He will recount some of his experiences in this role. 27 May - Jan D... Read more

Michael Gateley was Melbourne's most prolific and brutal hangman. Join him and experience Australia's most haunted building by candlelight if you dare!


The performance is a creative blend of cutting edge theatre and historical facts, bringing the forbidden secrets of the Gaol to life by Candlelight.


Not recommended for Children 12 years or under.


Generally held 4 times a week.


Bookings are essential - please contact Ticketek for all ticket rel... Read more