Monash University Performing Arts Centres

04/10/2026

A little magic is coming to the stage ✨

Step into the enchanting world of The Nutcracker, where Christmas Eve dreams unfold through vibrant costumes, captivating choreography and Tchaikovsky’s much-loved score.

Follow Clara and her Nutcracker Prince on a magical journey, brought to life by the Australian National Youth Ballet, national and international guest artists, and talented young dancers.

A festive treat for the whole family.

📅 Saturday 3 October
📍Alexander Theatre

The Nutcracker has long been one of the most delightful ways to discover the enchantment of ballet and makes for a sparkling festive treat for the whole family.

28/09/2026

Three-time Grammy nominee and Hiatus Kaiyote frontwoman Nai Palm brings her genre-defying sound to the Alexander Theatre for one night only.

Book your seats now: mpac.monash.edu/event/nai-palm

Experience our 2026 Artist in Residence live and up close. Don't miss this rare, intimate performance.

24/09/2026

Mediterranean folk meets chamber music and jazz in Za Górami.

Featuring vocalist and violinist Alice Zawadzki, pianist and drummer Fred Thomas, and double bassist Misha Mullov-Abbado.

Performing music from their acclaimed album, the trio draws on songs and stories from Argentina, France, Venezuela, Poland and Sephardic traditions.

Named one of The Guardian’s best jazz albums of 2024, Za Górami is the culmination of nearly a decade of musical collaboration.

📍David Li Sound Gallery
8 October

Experience music from the trio’s acclaimed album Za Górami live on 8 October at the David Li Sound Gallery.

24/09/2026

06/09/2026

The moments of Kindred People.

A week of performance, ceremony, music, storytelling and conversation.

Across Boonwurrung Country, Kindred People transformed familiar spaces through ceremony, procession, performance and gathering.

From Clayton to Peninsula, First Nations artists, Elders, Knowledge Holders and audiences came together throughout the University.

These are some of the moments we’ll be carrying with us.

Photography: Tiffany Garvie

04/09/2026

We have curated the deadliest blak market now indoors with free entertainment on as part of the kindred people festival. On at Monash Performing Arts Centre tomorrow from 1-4pm tomorrow.

01/09/2026

Past, present and future collide in a swirling exploration of love and belonging on stolen land.

After weeks on the road, our tour of Two Blood concludes with a single performance at Monash Performing Arts Centre’s inaugural Kindred People festival.

One night only, Saturday 5 September. Step into the circle with us: https://mpac.monash.edu/event/two-blood/

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Two Blood is an Australian Dance Theatre production presented in association with Kurinji co-created by Daniel Riley, Jasmin Sheppard and S.Shakthidharan. Two Blood features music by James Howard and SAthe Collective. This track is by SAtheCollective.

20/08/2026

What happens when Indigenous knowledges, creativity and global exchange come together on Country?

Our new Monash Life feature takes you behind the scenes of Kindred People, meeting the artists, Elders, Knowledge Holders and creative leaders shaping this landmark Indigenous-led gathering.

From the world premiere of Na Djinang Circus’ The Scarecrow & Waa to Aaron Wyatt and Speak Percussion’s Decolonising the Bells, discover how Monash is getting behind new First Nations works, knowledge exchange and cultural connection.

Read the story and explore what awaits at Kindred People this
September.

Everyone's welcome at Kindred People. Come listen, learn and gather on Country. Book now: kindredpeople.monash.edu

Go behind the scenes of Kindred People and explore the vision, creativity and cultural exchange driving this landmark Indigenous-led festival.

19/08/2026

Meet Marlene Cummins, iconic blues Elder, proud Guguyelandji and Woppaburra woman, songwriter, broadcaster, vocalist, storyteller and saxophonist.

One of Australia’s foremost blues writers and performers, Marlene has recently been inducted into the NIMA Hall of Fame. She is deeply influenced by the story of her people, telling it through her art, lyrics and powerful performances.

For Kindred People, Marlene joins acclaimed pianist and Hammond organ player Carolyn Packer for an exclusive performance of blues anthems and soulful stories shaped by a life of vulnerability, strength and survival.

Read more about Marlene’s remarkable life and work, and experience her live at Kindred People: mpac.monash.edu/event/marlene-cummins

A Kindred People exclusive performance from iconic blues elder, proud Guguyelandji and Woppaburra woman Marlene Cummins. A songwriter, broadcaster, vocalist, storyteller and saxophonist, the legendary Marlene will be joined by impresario Carolyn Packer on piano/Hammond organ. Expect blues anthems an...

13/08/2026

Monash Academy Orchestra presents its final concert of 2026, a program that moves between intimacy, reflection and dazzling orchestral colour.

With conductor Warwick Stengårds and soloist Alyssa Wong, the concert features music by Barber, Mahler, Aaron Wyatt and Hindemith, alongside the world premiere of a new work by Brenda Gifford.

📅 Sunday 30 August, 2.30pm
📍 Robert Blackwood Hall
Free ticketed event

Experience Monash Academy Orchestra at Robert Blackwood Hall, featuring Alyssa Wong performing Barber’s Violin Concerto and the world premiere of a new work by Brenda Gifford. Free ticketed event.