The Gruffalo at Athenaeum Theatre One – Melbourne, Australia

See The Gruffalo Live in Melbourne on Thursday, April 16, 2026, Doors Open at 15:00

Approximate Running Times: 58 minutes CDP presents Tall Stories’ production of THE GRUFFALO based on the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler A mouse took a stroll through the deep, dark wood … After sell-out seasons across the world, including London’s West End & Broadway, The Gruffalo returns to Australia! Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the party mad Snake. Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there? Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups… “funny, charming and smart… brings the house down” – Sydney Morning Herald .

Patrons enquiring about wheelchair seating should phone the theatre direct on 9650 1500. Disabled toilets are available. Patrons with mobility problems are advised to purchase tickets in the stalls. There are stairs to all other levels.

For all wheelchair/disability bookings please contact the Athenaeum Theatre Box Office directly on (03) 9650 1500

Mon to Fri 10am 4pm. Closed Public Holidays

Accessible seating may be purchased online. Bookings including a Companion Card ticket can only be collected from the Box Office. The Companion Card must be presented upon collection. or Please contact the Athenaeum Theatre Box Office directly on (03) 9650 1500 Mon – Fri 10:00am – 4:00pm

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