An ambitious and heartfelt celebration of Colombian heritage, powered by strong musicianship and striking stage design
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Through musings on drug use and being a workaholic, an unexpected anti-military thread appears that is as poignant as it is absurd. Jackson weaves social commentary with abstract goofiness in a way that feels natural.
Despite how these two opposing forces approach their interpretations of humanity, there’s still connections to be drawn between the two. Grayson’s chaotic, Finlayson’s unpredictable. But it’s the unwavering self-awareness to hold a mirror up to their own lives, as well as reflecting it onto the people around them, that really binds The Problem With Me (and other people) together.
In the intimate setting of Nexus Arts, Like A Star is a heartfelt celebration of the music and […]
What makes the performance work, is the heart behind it. Beneath the absurdity, Giuseppe’s quest to understand love is genuinely sweet. Detto never overcomplicates the concept, instead letting the audience help shape Giuseppe’s journey in real time. The crowd becomes part of the story, collectively exploring the question at the centre of the show.
Despite being an adaptation, Little Miss Julie finds itself being able to stand on its own two feet. The dynamics between the cast allow for something realistic, something understandable; all the while delivering tension in spades.
Returning to Adelaide Fringe for the second time, Eyrie Improv has curated a rotating cast of glamorous local and interstate performers – none of whom know which song they will perform to, or even where they are on the line up. On the night I attended, I was dazzled and delighted by cast members Blake Cassette, Dutchess Laven Dear, Ember Rose, Peyton James, Mya Dia Monte and of course, Empress Eyrie herself.
Many of the best Fringe shows are all concept, no plot. Chookas is a clucking brilliant example of this universal truth. Three outstanding performers flock together to deliver a silly, surreal and utterly egg-warming ode to the humble chicken. If you like your eggs fried and chooks cooked, this is a must-see for you.
Six in The City portrays a comedic styling that marries tongue in cheek with razor-sharp wit.
90 Day Comedian by Dalin Oliver is a warm, engaging stand-up show filled with hilarious anecdotes and enough cultural insight to leave audiences feeling like they’ve gained a few brain cells rather than lost them.
