With three distinctive performance spaces inside, this much loved arts venue (and conference centre) took over the former George Cinemas on Fitzroy Street in 2015. Stars including Pia Miranda, Gyton Grantley, Rob Mills and Brian Nankervis have trod the boards here.
The Alex Theatre was set to take a final bow at the end of 2024, after owners Susan and Aleksandar Vass OAM put it on the market. However, the St Kilda stalwart was saved at the eleventh hour, partnering with Alex Read Theatre Performances Inc to reopen the theatre in February 2025. With an expanded new focus, the theatre is set to hone in on "the profound impact of technology on the arts and entertainment industry". (You can read more here.)