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AFTERGLOW

THE CLIMAX IS JUST THE BEGINNING

S. Asher Gelman's international hit play Afterglow is heading to Melbourne for its highly anticipated Australian premiere!

When Josh and Alex, a married couple in an open relationship, invite Darius to share their bed for a night, a new and intimate connection is ignited. As all three men come to terms with their individual definitions of love, loyalty and trust – relationships are challenged and futures are shaken. A raw, funny and sensual exploration of polyamory, commitment and modern love.

After its critical success Off-Broadway and productions around the globe, Afterglow now brings its modern, intimate exploration of desire, honesty and connection to Melbourne audiences!

Event details

Venue: Chapel Off Chapel, 12 Little Chapel St, Prahran VIC 3181
Bookings: https://chapel.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/155514
Start Date: Friday 20 February 2026

DATES
30 January - 21 February

TIMES
Friday 30 & Saturday 31 January: 7.30pm
Monday 2 February: 7.30pm (Opening Night)
Wednesday 4 & Thursday 5 February: 7.30pm
Friday 6 & Saturday 7 February: 6.30pm & 9.30pm
Sunday 8 February: 5pm
Wednesday 11 & Thursday 12 February: 7.30pm
Friday 13 & Saturday 14 February: 6.30pm & 9.30pm
Sunday 15 February: 5pm
Wednesday 18 & Thursday 19 February: 7.30pm
Friday 20 & Saturday 21 February: 6.30pm & 9.30pm

TICKETS
$69 Standard
$59 Concession

DURATION
90-minutes (no interval)

All Chapel Off Chapel performances have a strict lockout policy.
Latecomers may not be admitted. Please arrive at least 15-minutes before performance time.

SEATING & ACCESSIBILITY
Seating: Allocated Seating

PLEASE NOTE: If you require accessible seating or wheelchair access, call the Box Office on 03 8290 7000, Monday-Friday between 10am and 4pm to book your tickets. Or alternatively contact the box office directly at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for assistance.

CONTAINS
This performance is suitable for ages 16+
Coarse language & theatrical haze
Full frontal nudity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Venue will open one hour prior to the performance.
The venue is CASHLESS.

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