Get ready for an unforgettable 60-minute journey as Arts Centre Melbourne hosts Ten Thousand Hours, a breathtaking production by the award-winning Australian company Gravity & Other Myths. From January 13-25, 2026, eight world-class acrobats will transform 10,000 hours of practice into a high-energy performance at the Playhouse, celebrating the dedication behind extraordinary human achievement.
Set to the pulse of a live drummer and a towering digital clock, the troupe engages in a thrilling game of human Jenga—leaping, spinning, and balancing atop one another with jaw-dropping precision. This critically acclaimed show peels back the curtain, revealing the intricate process behind each seemingly effortless move. Audiences will witness flawless feats one moment and the raw, relatable reality of falls, wobbles, and recoveries the next.
Having captivated over one million people across 46 countries, Gravity & Other Myths brings their globally celebrated production to Melbourne for the first time. Ten Thousand Hours is a vibrant love letter to the human body’s remarkable capabilities, blending awe-inspiring acrobatics with moments of humor and heart. Perfect for families, first-time theatergoers, and seasoned arts enthusiasts alike, this is a show that resonates with all.
Edinburgh Festivals Magazine calls it “an awe-inspiring display of acrobatic brilliance,” and you won’t want to miss it. Secure your tickets now at artscentremelbourne.com.au for this restricted summer season run.
