Art and culture – Melbourne
Scratch the surface in Melbourne and you'll discover a city buzzing with dynamic and cutting-edge arts and cultural companies.
Southside
Head to the Southbank precinct and experience this hotbed of Melbourne art and culture – the Victorian Arts Centre, the Malthouse Theatre, the Recital Centre and the National Gallery of Victoria's international collection.
The town square
Federation Square fuses art with architecture – see inspiring visual exhibits at ACMI, wander through the permanent collection at the Ian Potter Gallery, or see a recital at the BMW Edge Theatre.
Inside and out.
Discover the innovation and skill of local artists and designers at hole-in-the-wall galleries, designer boutiques and theatres scattered throughout the city's laneways.
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Explore a thriving arts scene that boasts more than 100 galleries from large public institutions to smaller commercial galleries and tucked-away artist cooperatives.
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Get interactive at Melbourne's cutting edge museums, which celebrate the past and offer a variety of perspectives on how Melbourne became the city it is today.
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Catch a show at historic theatres featuring leading national and international arts companies, or see some edgy and innovative perfomances by smaller players.
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Indulge in classical ballet, opera and orchestral productions and be dazzled by contemporary and cutting-edge dance, cabaret, circus, music and comedy.
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Wander through laneways and precincts filled with public art, commercial galleries, craft and design outlets, and fashion boutiques showcasing the best of local talent.
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Treat yourself to a range of festivals and events, including the annual arts, comedy, fashion and film festivals, the Fringe Festival, youth events and many more.
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