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.
What's On
SEE ALL
Hell And High Water
Part news, part mental breakdown; Clio is a journalist trying to warn us about the end of the world while not getting booted live on air.
The Cadaver Palaver
An artfully-embellished one-man show of derring-do (and don’ts), from the overactive imagination of C.S. Carroll.
Drawing Straws: Cabaret of Curiosities
A new life drawing event from the minds that brought you Burlesque Life Drawing with a focus on the craziest nighttime costumes, creatures and club kids.
Beasts
A dark, satirical exploration of modern masculinity and the consequences of chasing destructive ideals.
Brother Jack and Unit 13
Fergus Mitchell and Samantha Ackerley debut their one act plays - Brother Jack and Unit 13!
Loose News
Melbourne’s newest weekly sketch comedy show will have you in newsworthy fits of laughter.
Butt Hole
Our flagship cabaret riot! Lubricate your levity with a slippery wet cocktail before gorging your senses on a rotating smorgasbord of silliness and sleaze.
Girt By Sea
It's more than a word in the national anthem; she's an Aussie legend! Follow Girt as she tries to save her swimming school at any cost!
Op Shop ‘Till You Drop
Op Shop ‘Till You Drop is a musical amalgamating musical genres, featuring 5 part harmonies and live accompaniment by a small band.
Pensive Like A Fox
Mike McLeish returns to the Comedy Festival in a quirky, heartfelt cabaret full of charm and chaos. ★★★★ - The Age
One Act Play Festival 2025
Feb 19 - Mar 22 2025
Incredible indie theatre from Melbourne's best and brightest. A celebration of the short form, the One Act Play Festival is a must-see for anyone who loves theatre.
EXPLORE
Comedy Festival 2025
Mar 24 - Apr 20 2025
The largest comedy event in the country, featuring the best acts from Australia and abroad - check out our amazing program!
SHOW ME
Drama Queen 2025
Apr 28 - Jun 14 2025
A selection of incredible performances centring the female experience. For anyone who has been told to not take up space, to smile more, to not be so sensitive or emotional, to not be such a drama queen.
I WANT DRAMA
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 affordable hire, 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.
LEARN MORE
Queer Play Festival EOIs
Calling all creatives, storytellers, and passionate performers! We're seeking captivating one-act plays that celebrate and honor the diverse spectrum of queer experiences for our festival in July 2025.
Applications close 27 April 2025
LEARN MORE & APPLY
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.