Experience highlights Why you'll love it

Rock anthems meet pop classics
Enjoy live the songs that defined generations, with Queen's epic sound and ABBA's timeless melodies brought together in one unforgettable, classical performance.

Surrounded by a thousand candles
Only candles illuminate the room, creating a breathtaking atmosphere that makes every Candlelight concert unforgettable.

An extraordinary setting
Experience this unique concert in a stunning candlelit setting.
Program The music that awaits you
- Dancing QueenABBA
- S.O.S.ABBA
- Money, Money, MoneyABBA
- Voulez-VousABBA
- Bohemian RhapsodyQueen
- I Want to Break FreeQueen
- Killer QueenQueen
- WaterlooABBA
- Super TrouperABBA
- Mamma MiaABBA
- Don't Stop Me NowQueen
- We Will Rock YouQueen
- We are the ChampionsQueen
- Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)ABBA
Performers
- 20 Nov – 12 MarEclective Strings
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In short About the concert
Get ready for a celebration of two of the most iconic acts in music history! Experience Queen's legendary rock anthems and ABBA's irresistible pop classics, including “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “Dancing Queen” and more, in a unique Candlelight concert.
This concert experience is a tribute. It is not associated with, endorsed by or sponsored by the artist, their heirs or their official representatives.
On the day How it works

Arrive early
Doors open 30 minutes before the concert. Late entry is not permitted, so we recommend arriving early.

Find your seat
Seats are assigned on arrival, on a first-come basis within the zone of the ticket you purchased.

Let the music take over
60 minutes of live music by candlelight.
Reviews What guests are saying
4.9/5
based on 354 reviews
Sabine B.
feb 2025
Another brilliant atmospheric concert!
Karen B.
feb 2025
Magical
Frances T.
feb 2025
Beautiful and well done!
Tatjana S.
feb 2025
Absolutely loving it 🥰
Margaret M.
feb 2025
Wonderful performance
Peter K.
feb 2025
Loved the performance. Great intimate atmosphere and the musicians were unbelievable.
Christine B.
feb 2025
It was a thoroughly enjoyable concert! It was one of the best experiences I have had for entertainment.
Sue M.
feb 2025
Music & musicians were fantastic, throughly enjoyed it. Highly recommend
About the venueThe Athenaeum Theatre

The Athenaeum Theatre is a historic venue located in the heart of Melbourne's CBD. Built in the mid-1800s, it has undergone numerous renovations and is now a popular destination for theatre, music, comedy, and more. With its elegant design and state-of-the-art facilities, the theatre offers an unforgettable experience for any event or performance.
Address
188 Collins St, Melbourne, 43215
Parking
No on-site parking available.
Accessibility
This venue is wheelchair accessible.
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