Fans of the cult classic Donnie Darko film will have the chance to step into the alternate reality of the Tangent Universe this June, as the Melbourne Pavilion transforms into a full sensory, Halloween-themed rave experience for one night only.
A Halloween house party. In June. In Australia. Something’s fractured the timeline, and Melbourne has become one of 13 interdimensional portals where Frank is set to reappear at midnight. The critically acclaimed sensory ‘Donnie Darko Halloween House Party’ lands in Australia for the first time. Following a sold-out debut in London, Melbourne kicks off their international tour. This one-of-a-kind event will take over Melbourne Pavilion on Friday, June 6, 2025, for an unmissable night of cinematic chaos, 80s nostalgia, and rave-fueled surrealism.
For fans of Richard Kelly’s 2001 cult classic, it’s an invitation to enter the Tangent Universe. The venue will be transformed into a multi-room, interactive world inspired by Donnie Darko, complete with intricately designed sets, high-tech audiovisual installations, and characters straight from the film’s hauntingly beautiful aesthetic. The night will also feature a rare live appearance by James Duval, the actor behind the film’s infamous Frank the Rabbit, giving attendees the opportunity to engage with the enigmatic character like never before.
A dedicated screening room will loop Donnie Darko throughout the night, enhancing the sensory experience and drawing guests deeper into a pop culture metaverse where cinema, music, and interactivity merge for an unforgettable journey into the cult classic’s universe.
Promising a unique fusion of cinema, music, and theatrical storytelling, this 80s-style house party will take guests deeper into Donnie Darko’s twisted world. Expect elaborate themed bars, mind-bending audiovisual installations, and an atmospheric setting with a live screening of the film, all designed to blur the boundaries between active reality and the classic’s provocative, time-warped domain. Clubbers are actively encouraged to arrive in Halloween costumes to become fully immersed, within the scenes that have captivated millions of people and transitioned the film into a revered cult favourite.
“This isn’t just a screening” says Jamie Mcsweeney, the event organiser. “It’s a full-blown 80s-style interactive Halloween house party where fans can live and breathe the Donnie Darko world.”
With its blend of nostalgia, cinematic spectacle, and interactive storytelling, this Australian debut of the Donnie Darko experience is set to be a must-attend event for film lovers, ravers, and pop culture enthusiasts alike. Given its history of selling out in record time, fans are encouraged to secure tickets in advance. As the re-ignition of this critically acclaimed film and event takes hold, it’s rapidly gaining global traction as one of the crucial experiences this year.
“What are you doing on June 6, Melbourne? Maybe I’ll see you at the next one… Frank is here… and I’ll be expecting you.”
— James Duval (Frank the Rabbit)
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