Category: Performing Art

Performing Art

Feb 27

FRINGE 2015 – Illuminate – Gluttony – 2.5K

I was somewhat underwhelmed. 2.5K

Feb 27

FRINGE 2015: COUNTING BARS – Tale of the Singing Inmates – 4K

By Anthony Nguyen The Tale of the Singing Inmates is a unique storytelling experience that combines comedic theatre with acapella-style singing. Performed by a South Australian theatre group, the story follows Lyle who is a new inmate to a high-security all-male prison where he discovers that a talent contest is being held where the winner(s) …

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Feb 23

FRINGE 2015: Sam Simmons – Spaghetti for Breakfast – 4.5K

By Anthony Nguyen The comedic nature of Sam Simmons’ eccentric personality is highlighted in his 2015 Adelaide Fringe show Spaghetti for Breakfast. Though many people may recognise him as a regular Triple J radio host and TV presenter, Simmons is a seasoned comedian with several awards under his belt including the 2011 Adelaide Fringe Best …

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Feb 21

FRINGE 2015 – Rust & Vinyl – Convention Centre – 4K

From the moment that the dulcet tones of Jacob Morris and then the uber voice of Tim Bartel led off there was a noticeable shortening of breath across the large audience in the Convention Centre Hall for it was obvious we were in for something special. 4K

Feb 20

FRINGE 2015 – Papillon – Gluttony – 3.5K

It is all rather good fun and while you can probably see better (‘death defying’) gymnastics elsewhere the humour and lower ticket prices make Papillon more than a safe choice. 3.5K

Feb 19

FRINGE 2015 – Arj Barker – Get in My Head – Arts Theatre – 4K

Good having you back Arj Barker. 4K

Feb 19

FRINGE 2015: Harley Breen – Just a Fully Naked Encounter – 4K

By Anthony Nguyen Entering the stage with a beer in hand, Harley Breen wastes no time showing bare skin in the nude theme of his show ‘Just a Fully Naked Encounter’. With several comedy awards under his belt including Spleen Comic of the Year and Comics’ Choice ‘Piece of Wood’ Award, Breen displays experience in …

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Feb 18

FRINGE 2015 – Le Gateau Chocolat – Icons – Garden / Deluxe – 1.5K

I think it a stretch to describe Le Gateau as a drag queen act, I think a man in drag would be sufficient. 1.5K

Feb 17

FRINGE 2015 – Antillia – J150 Rehearsal Room – 5K

This theatre cannot be recommended too highly – extraordinarily strong in all its elements. 5K

Feb 16

FRINGE 2015 – Is It Because I’m Indian? – Nexus – 3K

It was not disappointing, considering it was a lot of talking being done in the whole 60 minutes of something that everyone couldn’t really relate to. 3K