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Experience highlights Why you'll love it

Drake's hits, by the glow of candles
A string quartet plays Drake's songs at The Athenaeum Theatre in Melbourne, in a room lit only by candles.

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
- Passionfruit
- Marvins Room
- Teenage Fever
- Headlines
- Take Care
- Laugh Now Cry Later
- God's Plan
- Controlla
- One Dance
- In My Feelings
- Sticky
- Hold On, We're Going Home
Performers
- String quartetEclective Strings
Gallery
In short About the concert
Candlelight concerts bring live music to remarkable venues. Experience Drake's songs played by a string quartet at The Athenaeum Theatre in Melbourne, with the room lit only by candles.
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. They close 5 minutes before it starts. Late entry is not permitted once the concert has started.

Find your seat
Seats are not numbered: they are taken on a first-come, first-served basis within the zone on your ticket.

Let the music take over
Enjoy 60 minutes of live music surrounded by candles.
Reviews What guests are saying
4.6/5
based on 8567 reviews
Tia B.
oct 2026
Beautiful venue, great music!
n55k5sf8zr
sep 2026
Perfect!
Сергій Ш.
sep 2026
A wonderful performance. A lovely atmosphere.
Pat F
sep 2026
Loved it thank you
Charlotte Rose D.
apr 2025
An amazing, magic experience!
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mar 2025
Forgot all about the worries of everyday life, a fantastic experience
Nazlican T.
mar 2025
This was a wonderful experience. A huge thank you to everyone who worked on this and presented it to us.
Gabriella E.
mar 2025
Highly recommended
Steini S.
mar 2025
Beautiful and well organised show
Dinesh k.
mar 2025
It's was absolutely amazing i loved it
Paola M.
mar 2025
Amazing musicians
Orsolya B.
mar 2025
It was amazing. Thank you for the musicians to give us such a beautiful experience! We will definitely go again. 🤗
Elle R.
mar 2025
A wonderful sensory experience. Very relaxing, and in a beautiful location. Just what I needed.
Claire n.
mar 2025
Great atmosphere. Would definitely 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
There is no free parking at the venue. Paid parking is available nearby, within walking distance.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access is available for ticket holders in Zone A and Zone B.
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