Mark your calendars for The Donnie Darko House Party, a mind-bending rave that’s transforming the Melbourne Pavilion into the Tangent Universe on June 6, 2025. Fresh off a sold-out London debut, this immersive spectacle, crafted by Cinaesthesia, is launching a global tour, hitting hotspots like Berlin, Seoul, and Los Angeles. Inspired by Richard Kelly’s 2001 cult masterpiece, the event brings the film’s eerie magic to life with James Duval, the iconic Frank the Rabbit, making a rare appearance. Australia’s electronic scene steals the spotlight with Ebony Willis, Stockholm Syndrome, Wiser, and Zaftig, each delivering bold, boundary-pushing sets. With a yet-to-be-revealed international headliner, this event is said to be a defining moment for film buffs and ravers alike, blending 80s nostalgia with cutting-edge beats.
The soundscape is as intoxicating as the film’s dreamlike chaos. Ebony Willis crafts soulful, genre-defying tracks that hit you right in the chest, while Stockholm Syndrome’s pulsating techno pulls you into a hypnotic void. Wiser layers luminous melodies over relentless rhythms, creating an emotional ride, and Zaftig unleashes gritty, anarchic energy that screams underground rebellion. Expect retro synths, thumping bass, and immersive visuals, paired with themed bars and a live Donnie Darko screening. Dress in Halloween gear—bunny masks, vintage tees, anything goes—to dive fully into this surreal fusion of cinema and club culture, where the boundaries of reality and fiction dissolve.
“Frank is here… and I’ll be waiting for you,” James Duval teases, channeling Frank’s cryptic menace. This is a portal to Donnie Darko’s haunting world, where music, film, and storytelling collide. With tickets disappearing fast after London’s frenzy, grab yours now on the event’s website, whether general or VIP. This is the kind of night that’ll leave you buzzing, a perfect storm of nostalgia and sonic innovation you won’t want to miss.
Advance Tickets
Melbourne Event June 6th Here
Follow the Donnie Darko House Party:
