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The Top Arts NGV 2026 exhibition returns for its 32nd year, showcasing some of the most exciting young talent from across Victoria. Held at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, this annual student art exhibition highlights outstanding work from VCE Art and Studio Arts students, offering a snapshot of the creativity shaping the next generation […]
Melbourne Theatre Company’s comedy-drama Shoelace Chaser is a strong, well-balanced production that reflects the company’s consistent reputation for high-quality theatre. Presented at Southbank Theatre’s The Lawler, this heartfelt coming-of-age story blends humour and emotional honesty, creating a production that resonates strongly with teenagers, families and adult audiences. Image: Leigh Lule, Photo by Jacinta Keefe Shoelace […]
Circus Oz is back in Melbourne for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival with an electric, funny and skilful show that feels perfect for teens who enjoy live performance with energy, creativity and a bit of quirkiness. Watching Here, There and Everywhere! reminded me why I’ve always loved Circus Oz and why they remain such an […]
The Phantom of the Opera at Sydney Harbour has returned in spectacular style for 2026, offering teenagers one of the most unforgettable live theatre experiences currently in Australia. Staged at Mrs Macquarie’s Point as part of Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour, this open-air production transforms one of the world’s most famous musicals into a large-scale […]
Last night, the Melbourne Theatre Company presented the world premiere of Do Not Pass Go, a new Australian play by Jean Tong (Heartbreak High, Erotic Stories, Hungry Ghosts). Developed through the company’s NEXT STAGE Writers’ Program, the production explores modern working life, friendship and the pressure many people feel when reflecting on where they are […]
The Art Gallery of New South Wales presents ARTEXPRESS 2026, the highly anticipated annual exhibition showcasing exceptional artworks created by students who completed the 2025 Higher School Certificate (HSC) Visual Arts course. Now in its 43rd year at the Gallery, ARTEXPRESS continues to be one of Australia’s most significant exhibitions dedicated to emerging young artists. […]
The St Kilda Festival 2026 returns to Melbourne’s iconic foreshore on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 February 2026, bringing two full days of free live music, youth-friendly entertainment and community celebrations by the beach. Now in its 45th year, this much-loved Melbourne music festival continues to be one of Australia’s largest and longest-running free cultural […]
My Brilliant Career has returned to Southbank Theatre as part of Melbourne Theatre Company’s 2026 season, following its popular premiere in 2024. This musical adaptation of Miles Franklin’s classic Australian novel turns the coming-of-age story into a modern, easy-to-connect stage production that feels relevant for today’s young adults. Image: Kala Gare Image by Pia Johnson […]
SUGAR opened last night at Arts Centre Melbourne as part of the Midsumma Festival 2026 program, and it’s easy to see why this award-winning cabaret has been generating so much buzz. Hilarious, cheeky and unexpectedly heartfelt, SUGAR is packed with surprises from start to finish. Image credit: Mark Gambino. SUGAR will play at Arts Centre […]
Midsumma Festival 2026 runs from 18 January to 8 February, bringing a strong lineup of youth-focused and First Nations-led events to Melbourne (Naarm). For young people looking to explore identity, creativity and community, Midsumma offers welcoming spaces that centre storytelling, self-expression and connection, while also looking to the past and imagining queer futures. This guide […]
The NGV’s major summer exhibition Westwood | Kawakubo has officially opened at NGV International in Melbourne, bringing together two of the most influential and boundary-breaking designers of the modern fashion era. This world-premiere exhibition pairs British designer Vivienne Westwood (1941–2022) with Japanese designer Rei Kawakubo (b. 1942) of Comme des Garçons for the first time. […]
Melbourne really comes alive during the festive season, and Christmas 2025 promises plenty of exciting events for teenagers. From dazzling light displays and immersive pop-ups to teen-friendly theatre and cinema experiences, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your guide to the best Christmas events for teenagers in Melbourne 2025. Image: Christmas Square, Fed Square, credit City […]