Espy Gershwin
The Gershwin Room is a performance space located within the Hotel Esplanade in St Kilda, Melbourne. Known as 'Espy Gershwin', this area is dedicated to hosting various events including live music and comedy. It functions as a versatile space for entertainment within the larger Hotel Esplanade venue. The venue organises a range of entertainment, from Battle of The Bands competitions to unique events such as 'Cirque Le Strange', which features drag and burlesque performances. Its program caters to diverse interests, offering both musical acts and theatrical shows. Patrons attending events at Espy Gershwin can expect an atmosphere of lively entertainment and expression, drawing a crowd with an anything-goes energy. The space is part of a larger complex that includes multiple bars and dining options, allowing for a comprehensive night out.
- Type
- Live Music
- Address
- 11 The Esplanade
- Suburb
- St Kilda
- Website
- https://hotelesplanade.com.au/gig-guide/
Vibes: Party, Social, Dancefloor, Fun, Theatre Venue, Drag, Spectacular, Live DJ
Events
- Lesbian Lift Club St Kilda — 2026-11-27 — New-U Health Studio — St Kilda — $20.00
- Girls Like Girls — 2026-11-14 — Victorian Pride Centre — St Kilda — $25
- Mates and Dates on the rooftop — 2027-01-30 — Victorian Pride Centre — St Kilda — $39.01
- Carols by Queerlight 2026 — 2026-12-05 — St Kilda Town Hall — St Kilda — $16
- Rainbow Rights 10th Birthday Party — 2026-11-20 — Victorian Pride Centre — St Kilda — Free
- Plus 55 Social Club — 2026-12-09 — Victorian Pride Centre — St Kilda — Free
- March with Minus18: Midsumma Pride March 2027 — 2027-01-31 — Ian Johnson Oval — St Kilda — Free

Espy Gershwin
11 The Esplanade
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What's on at Espy Gershwin
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What's on near St Kilda
FRI 27 NOV+3 more datesNew — Added to KIKII in the last 7 days.Lesbian Lift Club St Kilda
TomorrowGirls Like Girls
SAT 30 JANMates and Dates on the rooftop
SAT 5 DECCarols by Queerlight 2026
FRI 20 NOVNew — Added to KIKII in the last 7 days.Rainbow Rights 10th Birthday Party
WED 9 DEC+1 more datePlus 55 Social Club
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About Espy Gershwin
The Gershwin Room is a performance space located within the Hotel Esplanade in St Kilda, Melbourne. Known as 'Espy Gershwin', this area is dedicated to hosting various events including live music and comedy. It functions as a versatile space for entertainment within the larger Hotel Esplanade venue. The venue organises a range of entertainment, from Battle of The Bands competitions to unique events such as 'Cirque Le Strange', which features drag and burlesque performances. Its program caters to diverse interests, offering both musical acts and theatrical shows. Patrons attending events at Espy Gershwin can expect an atmosphere of lively entertainment and expression, drawing a crowd with an anything-goes energy. The space is part of a larger complex that includes multiple bars and dining options, allowing for a comprehensive night out.
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