Midsumma Festival Highlights!
Melbourne’s biggest celebrations of LGBTQIA+ arts and culture, Midsumma Festival is back!
From show-stopping cabaret and iconic pop tributes to sing-along moments in the open air, Prahran is a vibrant hub for Midsumma Festival!
Midsumma at Chapel Off Chapel
Goddess of Pop – A Tribute to Cher
Saturday 24 January
Inspired by her legendary Living Proof World Tour and Here We Go Again Tour, this production captures the spectacle, power and magic of Cher live on stage — celebrating a true pop icon whose influence continues to shine.
30 January – 21 February
Following critical acclaim Off-Broadway and productions around the world, Afterglow makes its highly anticipated Australian premiere in Melbourne.
This modern and intimate work explores desire, honesty and connection through a powerful, contemporary lens.
Skank Sinatra: The Name on Everybody’s Lips
Friday 6 February & Saturday 7 February
Fresh from sell-out seasons across Australia and Europe, and a two-time winner of Best Cabaret at Adelaide Fringe, Skank Sinatra brings electrifying vocals, international glamour and camp big-band bangers to Prahran.
Expect bold reinventions of Sinatra classics with spicy, show-stopping twists.
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Prahran Square Piano Bar
Saturday 31 January
Sing along under the sky at Prahran Square Piano Bar, an open-air celebration where the audience chooses the playlist.
From gay anthems and show tunes to classic pop, rock and recent hits, expect favourites from ABBA, Beyoncé, Chappell, Cher, Elton, Freddie, Gaga — and, of course, Kylie.
Hosted by Australia’s favourite piano man Dr Trevor Jones, the evening also features surprise performances from Midsumma artists.
FREE. Proudly presented by Midsumma Festival and the City of Stonnington.
