This is exciting contemporary theatre that shakes up the norm for the Adelaide’s stages. 3.5K
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Jun 15
Hannah Gadsby: Art Lite – Artspace – Cabaret Festival – 4K
By Tom Eckert Hannah Gadsby; a self deprecating, paradoxically self-effacing every-woman has hit onto a winning format here. Capitalising on the fact that she is over-qualified for a comedian but under-qualified as a lecturer she recognises the niche and creates the happy medium. What you are left with is ‘Art Lite’ a quasi-lecture (including the …
Jun 14
Under the Influence – Class of Cabaret Grads – Cabaret Festival – Artspace – 4K
By Tom Eckert For the uninitiated, the Class of Cabaret is a project of Kim Spargo; a name we are seeing more and more due to her own shows as well as high profile collaborations with people such as the directors of Adelaide’s festivals. A program where hand-picked high-schoolers who are already displaying burgeoning talent …
Feb 24
FRINGE 2015: Thin, White and Erudite – Producer’s Cranny – 3.5K
In this show, being thin, white and erudite are really the only things comedians Nick O’Connell and Patrick McCaffrie have in common. Despite performing back to back in this one hour set, the two performers differ significantly in style and content. O’Connell kicks off the show with the quintessential combination of accessible observations and self depreciating …
Feb 24
FRINGE 2015: Scotch and Soda – Garden of Unearthly Delights, Aurora Spiegeltent – 5K
Held in the Garden of Unearthly Delight’s Aurora Spiegeltent, this spectacular show suits the venue perfectly as the audience is able to ogle in wonder at the performance from a variety of angles. A heady blend of circus theatre and vibrant live music, Scotch and Soda is a delightfully intoxicating show, serving up an evening …
Feb 23
FRINGE 2015: Amos Gill is Gillty – The Howling Owl – 3.5K
Having quickly ascended from Winner of SA Raw Comedy in 2012 to the dizzying heights of FM radio talk show host, Amos Gill still has a new performer’s unbridled enthusiasm, but coupled with the confidence and presence of a more experienced comedian. His familiar style is instantly likeable, reminiscent of that one bizarre-storytelling mate everyone …
Feb 21
FRINGE 2015 – Bey Dance Workshop – Gluttony – 4.5K
By Olivia Henry The Beyoncé Dance Workshop is just as the name suggests: a class that teaches Beyoncé Knowles’ signature dance routines to some of her most popular songs. For those of you who don’t know who Beyoncé is; First of all, where have you been?! And second, I’m sorry for the outburst. …
Feb 15
FRINGE 2015: Swing and Blues Dance Lessons for Beginners! – The German Club, Wolf Blass Weinkeller – 3.5K
Held in the humble basement of the German Club, this class is unstructured, unassuming and surprisingly successful. The slightly shambolic teaching and relaxed atmosphere suit the informal style of blues dance and set the scene well for the playful hour of clumsy dancing that ensues. What teachers Kira and Andy lack in polish they more …
Aug 08
Grease: The Musical
Grease most certainly is the word! The iconic stage musical graced the Adelaide Festival Centre at the opening night of Grease: The Musical. Produced by John Frost, the show is at once an homage to the brilliance of the original musical and a celebration of Australian talent. Featuring Australian legends Bert Newton, John Paul Young, …
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