Romeo and Juliet

The classic story of Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare is probably his most popular work and the Melbourne City Ballet are bringing you the newest telling of the story.

New for Old at Little Creatures

Ocean Grove artist, Justin Stone’s ‘New For Old’ exhibition is showcasing paintings from a five-year period.

Harry Potter spin-off getting the printed treatment

Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them is an upcoming tie-in movie to the Harry Potter franchise, written by J.K. Rowling.

Pop Punk finds a new voice, but does it suit?

Pop Punk veterans Blink 182 have released their first single with new singer Matt Skiba (Alkaline Trio) and it has left fans divided.

The Umbilical Brothers Lock in Regional Shows

Please note that the following program is only suitable for those aged 15 years and over. It contains violence, sexual references, drug taking and frequent coarse language.

Free Show at the Eastern

Is there a greater combination of words than ‘it’s free’? Yep, there sure is. But it still has a most lovely ring to it. And of all the things that could be free, music is right up towards the top of the list, perhaps second only to food. Maybe healthcare.

Meet the Australian Netflix for Live Music

Online streaming upstart GiggedIn has gone the way of the streaming giants Netflix and is offering exclusive content for paying customers.

Maze Runner release date pushed back again

The third instalment of the popular film series Maze Runner; The Death Cure has been pushed back again due to ongoing complications with lead actor Dylan O’Brien’s injury he copped whilst filming.

Tracy McNeil & The GoodLife Announces Album Launch & Tour

With the new album Thieves due this July, the Melbourne-based Tracy McNeil is hitting the road in late June, backed by her band The GoodLife.

The Piping Hot Chicken Shop Lines Up the Gigs

The Piping Hot Chicken Shop has a couple of ripping shows for you this month. First up, you have Big Daddy Wilson this Saturday, May 14.

SCNDL Lock in Bendigo Show

In celebration of their ARIA #1 single ‘Meant to Be’, Melbourne duo SCNDL have been on the road since March. SCNDL is the creative union of Tom Grant and Adam Amuso, and it’s not the first time they have tasted sweet success.

2016 Melbourne Reclink Community Cup Lineup Revealed

The 2016 Melbourne Reclink Community Cup has announced its 2016 lineup, with everybody’s favourite Australian rock veterans Regurgitator set to headline the event.

Sweet Jean Announce National Tour

They’ve just unveiled their second LP, Monday To Friday, and Melbourne’s Sweet Jean will be hitting the road this July.

Deftones Announce 2016 Melbourne Show

Grammy Award-winning Californian alternative metal icons Deftones are returning to Melbourne off the back of their hugely successful 2016 album Gore, which debuted at #1 on the ARIA charts.

SLIPKNOT Announce Australian Tour

Ahead of their biggest U.S. tour to date, SLIPKNOT have announced a tour of the east coast of Australia.

Gravel Samwidge Lock in Ballarat Show

For those old enough to remember, 1989 was an interesting time for music.

Paul Dempsey Announces New Album and Australian Tour

Seven years after the Something For Kate frontman’s solo debut, Paul Dempsey is now back with his second solo release, Strange Loop.

The Mane Shave ­ Three Bands and Three Bald Heads

The brainchild of Geelong’s Jon Gilchrist and Tristan Gall, The Mane Event is a fantastic initiative that aims to raise money and awareness of mental health issues within the local community.

King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard Announce Huge Australian Tour

The prolific King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard have just released their fourth record in 18 months, and now they’re set to celebrate with a roaring launch show.

Saint Henry Locks in Regional Shows

I think it is safe to say that whenever one approaches a gig, they are hoping to have their minds blown and organs burst. According to the man on the street, one can expect just that with Saint Henry.

Melbourne is Now Home to the World’s Best Pizza

A family run pizzeria in Preston can now lay claim to serving some of the best pizza on the planet after taking out the top prize 2016 World Pizza Championships.

St Kilda Film Festival to Screen ’70s Cult Classics Alongside Q&A Session

The 2016 St Kilda Film Festival is set to give ’70s indie cinema fans the chance to experience two of the most memorable short films of the era, Buckeye and Pinto and Terror Lostralis, in a dedicated screening.

BigSound Announce First Round of Speakers for 2016

The southern hemisphere’s premiere music industry event, BigSound, will celebrate its 15th year in 2016, and has announced a massive lineup of speakers and talent to celebrate the milestone.

Joe Mungovan On Tour

When Joe Mungovan was nine­ years­ old, he begged his parents for a drum kit for Christmas. Being presumably awesome, his parents decided this noisiest of instruments was just right.

 

Subscribe to the
Forte newsletter

Stay up to date with everything going on around your region.