The Best Kids❜ Shows in Melbourne in 2025

Get ready for an enchanting ride into the world of entertainment as your favourite city plays host to a spectacular array of upcoming kids' shows in Melbourne. From whimsical tales to interactive adventures, the city is set to ignite imaginations.

As a cultural hub of Australia, Melbourne has curated a lineup of family-friendly performances that promise laughter, learning, and limitless fun. Embark on a journey where storytelling comes to life, bringing joy to both the young and the young at heart.

We've rounded up a diverse and exciting lineup of the best kids' shows in Melbourne for 2025 - curtain call!

The Best Kids' Shows in Melbourne 

1. Jesus Christ Superstar 

 

Praise the lord! The iconic global hit, Jesus Christ Superstar is now playing at Melbourne’s Princess Theatre.

Featuring well-known Aussie artists, including Michael Paynter as Jesus, Javon King as Judas and Mahalia Barnes as Mary, the show includes music by Emmy, GRAMMY, Oscar and Tony winners Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. 

The musical follows Jesus’ last week, showcasing the betrayal by Judas and his journey towards crucifixion. It’s generally recommended for ages 10+ due to some adult themes. 

Where:   Princess Theatre, 163 Spring St, Melbourne
When:    Now until Sunday June 22, 2025
Cost:      Tickets from $69.90

2. Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Presents Classic Kids: Wizardry School

Calling all young wizards! The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is conjuring up an enchanting live concert experience in 2025 with Classic Kids: Wizardry School. Explore the magic of the Orchestra through spellbinding sounds from John Williams, Saint-Saëns, and Stravinsky - perfect for little music lovers. From the mystical Hedwig’s Theme from Harry Potter to the fiery brilliance of Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite, these iconic orchestral masterpieces will transport you to whimsical worlds in a fun and interactive experience, perfect for introducing young audiences to the Symphony Orchestra, its instruments, and the art of conducting.

The MSO will bring these legendary compositions to life with a spellbinding line-up of instrumental characters, timbral spells, and masterful conducting. Don’t miss this magical musical adventure - conjure up your tickets now before they disappear!

Where:    Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Rd, Southbank
When:     Saturday 10 May 2024 | 10:30 am
                Relaxed, sensory-friendly performance  12:30 pm
Cost:       All tickets $28 + $7 transaction fee per order

3. Annie the Musical 

 

Tomorrow is only a day away, so secure your tickets now for Annie the Musical as it rolls into Melbourne’s Princess Theatre for a strictly limited season!

Starring the legendary Anthony Warlow as “Daddy” Warbucks, the musical of Annie is one of most awarded and adored musicals of all time.

The classic tale of young orphan Annie taken in by billionaire “Daddy Warbucks” is full of hope and positivity, promising to inspire a new generation of audiences. 

Where:   Princess Theatre, 163 Spring St, Melbourne
When:    Thursday 10 July - Sunday 3 August 2025
Cost:      Tickets from $70

4. Footloose the Musical
 

 

It’s time to cut loose! For a toe-tapping good time, don’t miss the 80s phenomenon, Footloose. 

It’s bigger and bolder than ever and will even let you dance in the aisles if you so desire, especially as the hits Holding Out for a Hero, Let’s Hear It for the Boy, and, of course, the iconic Footloose explode on stage. 

The feel-good story of the rebel with a cause is bursting with energy and 80s nostalgia, but will only play for a strictly limited 3-week season. Don’t miss out! 

Where:   Athenaeum Theatre,188 Collins St, Melbourne
When:    From Friday May 16 to Monday May 25 2025
Cost:      Tickets from $69.90

5. Disney's Beauty and the Beast

 

Be our guest! Take the kids to see Disney’s enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast, at Melbourne’s Her Majesty’s Theatre. 

The adored children’s classic has been reimagined for a new generation, featuring the same much-loved songs, including Belle, Gaston, Human Again and Be Our Guest.

If you enjoy timeless fairy tales, this polished musical will leave you bedazzled and bewitched. 

Where:   Her Majesty’s Theatre, Melbourne
When:    Until Sunday April 20, 2025
Cost:      Tickets from $60

6. Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out LIVE!

Peppa Pig is back on tour in Australia for the first time since 2018—so get ready for plenty of laughs, songs, and fun!

Join Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out LIVE! as it takes the stage in 2025 with a brand-new show packed with music, dancing, and, of course, lots of muddy puddles. Peppa Pig fans young and old are in for a treat as Peppa and her gang embark on a fun-packed day filled with adventure. From feeding penguins at the zoo to building giant sandcastles at the beach, it's going to be a non-stop celebration. And that's not all! Get ready to dance with colourful scarecrows, dive into the sea, and join in on Peppa's signature song-and-dance moments.

Where:   Athenaeum Theatre, 188 Collins St, Melbourne
When:    Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 April 2025
Cost:      Tickets from $49.90 pp

7. The Wiggles Bouncing Balls Tour

 

Get ready to get wiggly! This extra special, high energy musical features all 8 Wiggles including the original Blue Wiggle Anthony, Simon, Lachy, Tsehay, John, Lucia, Caterina and Evie.

Of course you can expect all of their special friends including Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus, Captain Feathersword and the viral sensation, The Tree of Wisdom!

The Wiggles Bouncing Balls Tour launches into Melbourne’s Hamer Hall in July, but tickets will sell like hot potatoes, so grab yours now! 

Where:   Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Rd, Southbank
When:    Saturday 26 July and  Sunday 27 July, 2025
Cost:      Tickets from $39.95

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