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Athenaeum Theatre and Library
Athenaeum Theatre and Library Review
The first talking picture show in Australia was screened in 1896 at this beautiful theater. Today is houses three venues—a membership library, a theater for live performances, and the Last Laugh Comedy Club.
- Address: 188 Collins St., City Center, Melbourne, VIC, 3000 | Map It
- Phone: 03/9650-3100
- Hours: Mon., Tue., Thu., & Fri. 9.30--5; Wed. 11--7; Sat. 9.30--1
- Website: www.melbourneathenaeum.org.au
- Location: City Center
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