The Arts Centre – Underneath Melbourne’s famous Spire, the Arts Centre houses the State Theatre, Playhouse, Fairfax Studio and George Adams Gallery. 100 St Kilda Rd, 9281 8000 (P13)

Comedy Theatre – Completed in 1928, the Comedy Theatre has a Spanish flair to its design with a Florentine exterior and wrought iron balconies. 244 Exhibition St, 9299 9800 (Q6)

Princess Theatre – One of Melbourne’s original historic theatres, dating back to 1886. 163 Spring St. For tours call 9820 0239 (R6)

Athenaeum Theatre and Library – A live performance venue that continues to preserve Melbourne’s first ever library. 188 Collins St, 9650 3100 (P9)

Regent Theatre – Noted for its opulence, the Regent Theatre embodies the glamour, fantasy and escapism of yesteryear. 191 Collins St. For tours call 9820 0239 (P9)

Forum Theatre – One of Australia’s most exciting and best live act venues for rock bands, comedy and festivals. 154 Flinders St. For tours call 9820 0239 (Q10)

La Mama Theatre – This unassuming warehouse has been the birthplace of contemporary Australian theatre for more 40 years. 205 Faraday St, Carlton, 9347 6948 (north of P1)

Arts HouseThe City of Melbourne Arts House initiative presents an annual program of contemporary performances and exhibitions across two North Melbourne venues.

Arts House, North Melbourne Town Hall – Hosts an innovative presentation program of contemporary performance throughout the year. 521 Queensberry St North Melbourne, 9322 3720 (G2)

Arts House, Meat Market – A performance and exhibition venue supporting creative development residencies for artists. 5 Blackwood St North Melbourne, 9322 3720 (north of I1)

Halftix – See theatre performances and more at great prices! Halftix offers daily discount tickets for performances on the same day. Melbourne Town Hall, 9650 9591 (P9)

Malthouse Theatre – Home to Malthouse Theatre company, this refurbished brewery contains a range of performance spaces for contemporary arts. 113 Sturt St, 9685 5111 (south of P16)

Fortyfive Downstairs – Venture down the steep stairwell to discover an underground performance and exhibition space. 45 Flinders Lane, 9662 9966 (S9)

Her Majesty’s Theatre – Now more than 120 years old, Her Majesty’s Theatre is a true icon of Australia’s cultural and theatrical heritage. 219 Exhibition St, 8643 3300 (Q6)