Richard III presented by Melbourne Theatre Company tickets
About Richard III
Award-winning actor and playwright Kate Mulvany (Bernhardt/Hamlet, The Twelve) delivers a virtuosic one-person tour de force, embodying all the characters of Shakespeare’s audacious play about power and cutthroat ambition.
Mulvany’s ingenious adaptation, directed by Ian Michael (Troy), sheds a new light on the misunderstood Machiavellian figure of Richard III. Drawing on her own lived experience of disability, Mulvany injects a riveting authenticity to her multiple roles, interrogating the differing ways in which power is wielded by disabled and able-bodied individuals.
Richard, Duke of Gloucester, is the youngest brother of King Edward. Cunningly charismatic, Richard is envious of his brother’s reign and resentful of the people’s enmity towards his own “crookback” condition. Following a series of murderous schemes, Richard manages to claim the throne – but, as he soon learns, heavy is the crown acquired through envy, slaughter and seduction.
Know before you go
Audio Described: Saturday 6 March 2pm, Tuesday 9 March 6.30pm | Tactile Tour: Saturday 6 March 2pm (Tactile Tour commences at 1pm) | Open Captioning: Saturday 13 March 2pm | Closed Captioning: Saturday 13 March 2pm
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Start date
13th February, 2027
End date
20th March, 2027
Venue
Fairfax Studio | Arts Centre Melbourne
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible. An Assistive Hearing system is available. Assistance Animals are welcome in all areas of Arts Centre Melbourne and water bowls are available on request.
Directions
BY TRAIN: The closest train station is Flinders Street Station. Exit the station onto Swanston Street, turn your back on the city and walk across Princes Bridge.
BY TRAM: The tram routes that stop in front of Arts Centre Melbourne are: 1, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 and 72. This stop is number 14 – “Arts Precinct"
BY BICYCLE: Bicycle lanes run north and south along St Kilda Road. On-street bicycle hoops are available outside Hamer Hall and the Theatres Building (under the Spire)
BY CAR: Arts Centre Melbourne's paid undercover car park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There is extremely limited street parking.
More information about Richard III
Adapter / Performer: Kate Mulvany
Director: Ian Michael
Set & Costume Designer: Renée Mulder
Lighting Designer: Paul Jackson
Upcoming performances
Frequently asked questions
Which theatre is Richard III at?
Richard III is at Southbank's Fairfax Studio | Arts Centre Melbourne, which is located at 100 St Kilda Road, Southbank, 3006.
How much are tickets for Richard III?
Richard III tickets start at $80.
How do you get tickets for Richard III?
Check the top of this page for current availability on Richard III tickets on TodayTix.
How long is Richard III on for?
Tickets for Richard III are available through 20 March 2027 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
Is Richard III accessible?
The venue is wheelchair accessible. An Assistive Hearing system is available. Assistance Animals are welcome in all areas of Arts Centre Melbourne and water bowls are available on request.
