Dirty Diamonds presented by Melbourne Theatre Company tickets
About Dirty Diamonds
A Blak and downright badass crime caper.
Cassie is a Kalkadoon forensic investigator drawn into a case that keeps edging closer to home, thanks to a bum bag full of stolen diamonds. Jordan is a Noongar DJ navigating loyalty and family secrets. Together, the unlikely new friends are on a mission to uncover long-buried truths – all while outrunning a bikie boyfriend and a mysterious man in a suit.
Written and directed by Abbie-lee Lewis (Saplings), and starring Logie Award winner Lila McGuire (Goolagong) and Ruby Henaway (The Sapphires), this playful and moving world premiere inspired by the infamous Argyle diamond mine heist in the late 1980s was a finalist for the Australian Theatre Festival’s New Play Award in New York. Zippy dialogue, a pulsing 90s score and the ingenious use of video drive the journey from Perth to the Kimberley in this one-of-a-kind comedy from a promising talent.
Know before you go
Audio Described: Saturday 12 June 2pm, Tuesday 15 June 6.30pm | Tactile Tour: Saturday 12 June 2pm (Tactile tour commences at 1pm) | Open Captioning: Saturday 19 June 2pm | Closed Captioning: Saturday 19 June 2pm
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Start date
22nd May, 2027
End date
26th June, 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 Dirty Diamonds
Writer & Director: Abbie-lee Lewis
Set & Costume Designer: Romanie Harper
Video Designer: Susie Henderson
Associate Director: Eamon Flack
CAST
Ruby Henaway, Lila McGuire and Ian Michael
Upcoming performances
Frequently asked questions
Which theatre is Dirty Diamonds at?
Dirty Diamonds is at Southbank's Fairfax Studio | Arts Centre Melbourne, which is located at 100 St Kilda Road, Southbank, 3006.
How much are tickets for Dirty Diamonds?
Dirty Diamonds tickets start at $80.
How do you get tickets for Dirty Diamonds?
Check the top of this page for current availability on Dirty Diamonds tickets on TodayTix.
How long is Dirty Diamonds on for?
Tickets for Dirty Diamonds are available through 26 June 2027 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
Is Dirty Diamonds 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.
