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Dog Man: The Musical

Part dog, part man, ALL HERO! Dav Pilkey’s beloved characters come to life in an epic new musical playing at Melbourne’s Athenaeum Theatre these Summer school holidays. With the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, Dog Man loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture. But while trying his best to be a good boy, can he save the city from Flippy the cyborg fish and his army of Beasty Buildings? Can he catch Petey, the world’s most evil cat, who has cloned himself to exact revenge on the doggy do-gooder? And will George and Harold finish their show before lunchtime??

Find out in this epic musical adventure for ages 6+, featuring the hilarity and heart of Dav Pilkey’s beloved characters.

“You have to love a family show that makes adults laugh too” - New York Times

“This show is perfect for everyone.” – Newsday

Adapted from the DOG MAN series of books by Dav Pilkey.
Book and Lyrics by Kevin Del Aguila.
Music by Brad Alexander.
Directed by Jen Wineman.

Event details

Venue: Athenaeum Theatre, 188 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD, Melbourne
Bookings: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/dog-man-the-musical-tickets/artist/3030711?clickId=21KQ0VyExxyNRMK1Q9TT2SZGUkFS4m2nTWsZR
Start Date: Wednesday 17 January 2024

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