Hello there.
The Butterfly Club is a small theatre and cocktail bar in the heart of Melbourne. We have plenty of shows, delicious drinks, and an enormous collection of kitsch.
Queer Play Festival
A handpicked selection of exceptional queer theatre, ranging from the heart-pumping to the heart-wrenching. Stories that challenge, inspire, and celebrate the diverse spectrum of queer experiences. Raw, authentic, unapologetic, and unmissable 🖤
August 8 - 24 2024
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Our Shows
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Stitch & Kitsch
Are you a knitting novice? Hooked on crochet? Embroiled in embroidery? Or do you just have an ungodly amount of threadbare socks to darn? All identities and styles of stitching are welcome!
Drawing Straws
Wickedly fun Burlesque Life Drawing on Tuesdays.
The Big HOO-HAA!
Fast, furious and funny, The Big HOO-HAA! is Melbourne's longest-running and best-loved weekly impro comedy show. This is a popular show in a tiny theatre: book ahead.
Mockumentary by The Big HOO-HAA!
Completely made-up true stories from your new favourite characters!
Kitsch Glitz Karaoke
It's kitschy. It's glitzy. It's a frankly ludicrous amount of fun. And it's completely free.
Turning 25
Are you a woman? Are you past your prime? Perhaps you’ll relate.
Jimmy Finger: In Too Deep
Zo Star is Jimmy Finger, Melbourne’s favourite Rockabilly Boganite that divides the nation. Is he a ladies man? A gay icon? Or the inner-city philosopher of our time? Make up your own mind.
In Search Of Applause
The gripping play by Maroussia Vladi returns to the stage following its 2019 London debut. "… an intimate, honest, nothing like what you’d ever expect kind of play" ★★★★ - London Theatre Review
Producers, we want your shows.
With over 1200 performances every year, we are always on the lookout for new shows. If you are a producer (or self-produced artist) we’d love to hear from you.
With no minimum hire fee, free rehearsals, free front-of-house, free merch sales, and other assorted perks, the Club is a great place to get your work on stage without breaking the bank.
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Monologue Festival EOIs
Calling all solo performers! We're seeking captivating monologues for our festival in November 2024.
Applications close 18 August 2024
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Improv Festival EOIs
Calling all improvisers! We're seeking dynamic and spontaneous performances for our festival in January 2025.
Applications close 18 August 2024
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Help us out
If you are in a generous mood, please consider supporting our work with a donation! Every little bit goes a long way in helping us stage independent artists, and provide a great place for musicians, writers, singers, actors, techs, and so many more to develop their craft.