Forum Melbourne

Forum Melbourne is a heritage-listed live entertainment venue at 154 Flinders Street in central Melbourne, Victoria. Opened in 1929 as the State Theatre, it was designed by American architect John Eberson with Bohringer, Taylor & Johnson in Moorish Revival atmospheric style. Notable for its ornate interior resembling a walled garden under a night sky, it now operates as a major concert and events venue with capacity around 2,000, hosting music, comedy and cultural performances in the CBD.

Visitors can expect a historic atmospheric theatre with Moorish Revival architecture, ornate arches, statues, and a deep blue ceiling with twinkling lights designed to evoke an outdoor courtyard at night. The interior includes a main auditorium with standing and seated areas, balcony levels, and foyer spaces. The venue hosts ticketed concerts, comedy, and special events. Located on the corner of Flinders and Russell Streets opposite Federation Square, it is surrounded by central city streets, trams and pedestrian activity.

Built in 1929 as the State Theatre, designed by American atmospheric theatre architect John Eberson in association with Bohringer, Taylor & Johnson. It is an example of Moorish Revival atmospheric theatre design, featuring an interior intended to simulate an outdoor Mediterranean garden under a night sky. The building is listed on the Victorian Heritage Register and is noted as one of the few surviving atmospheric theatres in Australia.

A long-standing cultural and entertainment landmark in Melbourne, serving as a cinema, theatre and now a major live music and events venue. It is a central part of Melbourne's live music scene and hosts national and international artists, comedy festivals and cultural events, contributing to the city's reputation as a live music capital.