The inner south bayside suburbs have always been home to artists, bohemians and colourful characters that make St Kilda, South Melbourne, Port Melbourne and the surrounding neighbourhoods such eclectic and expressive areas of our beautiful City.

In recent times, these neighbourhoods have grown and developed to become home to some of Melbourne’s best artists and performers, with arts spaces and venues dedicated to the cultivation of new art and opportunities as well as hosting some of the biggest names in comedy, music, dance and classical arts.

Here are just some of the local theatres and companies for when you need a little inspiration in your life.

THEATRE WORKS

Theatre Works is the epicentre of independent theatre, providing a hotbed for artists of all experience, identity, background and aspiration to create and explore all forms of theatre.

WHERE: 14 Acland Street, St Kilda, Victoria

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RED STITCH ACTORS’ THEATRE

Red Stitch is Australia’s leading actors' ensemble, performing contemporary Australian plays and award-winning new works from around the world.

WHERE: Rear 2 Chapel Street (behind All Saints Church) St Kilda East, Vic 3183, Australia

Red Stitch Actors' Theatre

GASWORKS ARTS PARK

Gasworks Arts Park is a vibrant arts precinct producing a range of high-quality arts programs, workshops and activities for all ages. Situated in Albert Park, Melbourne, on the site of the former South Melbourne Gas Plant, Gasworks is just three kilometres from the CBD and the precinct houses four hectares of park, two theatres, three gallery spaces, a café, as well as function and workshop spaces.

WHERE: 21 Graham Street, Albert Park VIC 3206

https://www.gasworks.org.au/

THE NATIONAL THEATRE MELBOURNE

The National Theatre has been a vital part of Melbourne's creative landscape since 1920, playing host to hundreds of performances and community events every year. The beautiful and historic building is home to the National Theatre Drama and Ballet schools, training the next generations of Melbourne artists.

WHERE: 20 Carlisle St (Cnr Barkly St) St Kilda VIC 3182

https://nationaltheatre.org.au/

 TEMPERANCE HALL

Temperance Hall is a stunning and vital arts hub, supporting experimental and risk-taking contemporary culture. You'll find a range of works from independent artists and small companies who push their practices and make bold new works, including Phillip Adams BalletLab.

WHERE: 199 Napier St, South Melbourne VIC 3205

https://www.temperancehall.com.au/

PALAIS THEATRE

The Palais is as iconic to St Kilda as the pier and Luna Park. This gorgeous theatre has been presenting the best in live entertainment since 1927. From musicals to bands, films to the very best of live performance, this venue and its audiences have seen it all.

WHERE:  Cnr Lower Esplanade and Cavell Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182

https://palaistheatre.com.au/