Palais Theatre
Palais Theatre
4
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Neighbourhood: St. Kilda
St. Kilda is an iconic beachside suburb and one of the most culturally and economically diverse of Melbourne’s neighbourhoods. It is a traditional haven for musicians, artists and writers, drawn to the European ambience and fresh ocean breezes. At night, it can have an edgier side, but by day, it features a relaxed vibe – the market stalls, boutiques and outdoor bars display St. Kilda’s easygoing attitude. Ocean winds blow from Port Phillip Bay and waves lap onto its long and mostly deserted beaches. Rides whir at the world’s oldest operational Luna Park. On a lazy weekend morning, bikers cruise along Acland Street, showing off their motorcycles. But the late morning crowds are too busy at brunch to notice. St. Kilda is a perfect place to relax after a night out with friends.
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4.0
145 reviews
Excellent
65
Very good
49
Average
17
Poor
10
Terrible
4
Robyn W
Melbourne, Australia5 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
Went to see 10CC recently. There was no seating so we could talk before the show, and were forced to be in the theatre if we wanted/needed to sit. Ushers were heavy-handed, inappropriate and rude. For a performance where the average age was 60, we were spoken to as if we were schoolchildren. Our feedback to the venue was not taken seriously.
Written 2 July 2023
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Jake M
1 contribution
Dec 2024 • Couples
Went to see BADBADNOTGOOD and lasted 2 songs. Go to live gigs at least once a month. Festivals a few times a year. And this was dreadful…. The sound was so loud it was shaking the couches in the foyer. The staff all complained how loud it has been in this venue lately. Hung out in the foyer and saw group after group leave complaining about how loud it was. Such a shame. The staff told us we could head upstairs and hang on the couches. Not a great way to spend $160.
Written 11 December 2024
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Sue T
Melbourne, Australia3,633 contributions
Apr 2022
We attended The Palais Theatre for The Carl Baron Show. It really is an amazing theatre and a good size to enjoy a show. Although there were long queues when we arrived the efficient staff ushered everyone in very quickly. I have been to The Palais Theatre a number of times and glad they have now updated the bathrooms. Check out the upcoming shows, go along and enjoy.
Written 10 April 2022
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RoamHere
Melbourne, Australia165 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
I used to love this venue but not any more. I saw the Hoodoo Gurus on Friday night (who I also love) but left after 3 songs because the volume was ear splitting - just way too loud. Same thing happened when I went to see Cheap Trick several months ago. So I won’t be going to the Palais to watch any more gigs …
Written 24 November 2024
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Phill147
Sydney, Australia902 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
A classic Theatre that is central to great restaurants- Sadly though no where decent to have a beer. The theatre is a classic that has great sound nice surrounds and not a bad seat in the house. Everyone should try see a show here once in your life. Parking is easy and public transport runs straight to the front door.
Written 18 October 2016
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Pam G
Melbourne, Australia51 contributions
Nov 2018 • Family
Just went to Dionne Warwick concert. Excellent. Second row. Most uncomfortable & terrible seats. The whole place needs an overhaul. Beautiful place but too old. Fix it.
Written 11 November 2018
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755revs
New South Wales, Australia188 contributions
Nov 2017 • Couples
A great show but puzzled about using Diesel (Mark Lizot)’s 3 piece blues band as support. We had Row W the very Back seats in the downstairs stalls which were chairs brought in from somewhere and far more comfy than the narrow vintage theatre seats in front of us. Sound and lighting was good, great vibe, toilets were awful. Desperately in need of a Reno. Tired, dirty, grubby. Classic venue needing some attention.
Written 24 November 2017
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Vic P
Ballarat, Australia93 contributions
Oct 2017
Attended the Adam ant concert on Sunday 15 October 2017 - the theatre is absolutely gorgeous but what wasn't so great was the staff continually interrupting our good time dancing and enjoying the performance - they were telling us to sit down, to stop taking pics and generally being annoying. I had the third row aisle seat and I immediately sprung to the gap at front in between the aisles - nobody was impacted or inconvenienced by me being there yet I was told to go back to my seat , which I did. Shortly thereafter I was dancing standing up in front of my allocated seat and Lo and behold another power hungry bouncer type told me I had to move my foot, which was about 3cm in the aisle! What could have been the most wonderful concert I have ever been to was marred by the constant interruptions and nazi style law enforcement that took place, directed towards myself and many others - which I and most of the other people seated near me felt was unnecessary and intrusive. I do not believe there was any safety risk or inconvenience to anyone else so do not understand . To finish On a high note, The building is magnificent!
Written 19 October 2017
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apintolobo
Mumbai, India243 contributions
Nov 2016 • Family
The Palais Theatre was built by the Phillip brothers Leon, Hermand and Harold in 1927 and is a part of a turn of the century entertainment district. It started life as a pictures theatre and made a transition to live music. The Palais boasts of it's grandeur, the lighting and the quality of it's sound. Some of the world's best artistes like The Rolling Stones, UB40, Air Supply, Kenny Rogers, Beach Boys, Chris Issac, Tom Jones etc have performed. In November 2016 I visited the Palais to hear Julio Igleas perform and then Kim Wilde and Howard Jones. These are nights to remember. As of April 2017 Live Nation Australia Venues has taken on the Palais Theatre operation and restoration works. A must visit.
Written 15 October 2017
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CP_travel_lover
Melbourne, Australia235 contributions
Nov 2014 • Friends
Attended the Rick Astley concert at the Palais Theatre. Rick is a thoroughly entertaining performer and still has an amazing voice. He engaged with the audience with warmth and humour and had everyone up and dancing. It was a fantastic and fun concert and brought back many memories from the eighties. The Theatre itself is full of charm and grandeur - the only issue would be the limited bathroom facilities but it was a small price to pay for an amazing concert experience. Would definitely be back to see Rick in concert again but would also be happy to see other artists and performers here. 10/10 for a fantastic night out!
Written 2 December 2014
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Is the theatre's interior open to view if there is no show on?
Written 5 May 2019
I think it's only open when a show is on.
Written 5 May 2019
There's no ballet at The Palais in February 2019. However the Victorian Opera is staging Wagner's Parsifal from 20-24 February.
Written 1 January 2019
Is row P in the stalls too far for a concert? I teally want to see Grace Jones in Feb 2018 but I'm worried remaining seats will be too far back.
Written 16 November 2017
Spelling is theatre (Australian English) not theater (Yankee).
Written 7 June 2017
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