Hub’s Fringe 24 Guide
15s to 25s Fringe Guide
Have you noticed that splash of purple recently? Well you’re not alone! The Adelaide Fringe is back in town this 2024, promising a whopping 172 pages of shows for your entertainment!
The Fringe is offering an amazing experience for people, with categories ranging from Circus demonstrations, laugh out loud comedy, and some of the best local musical talent.
With so much on display, Hub had pulled together our 2024 Fringe recommendations, that we know you’ll love!
For more information, make sure to check our Around Town, showcasing what’s happening across South Australia.
Cabaret
A College of the Arts (G)
Gluttony
Come see the next generation of performing artists from South Australia’s only public school to perform in the Fringe. The performers range from 5 to 18, and cannot wait to show their fantastic musical, dance, and physical theatre talents!
Bisexual Intellectuals (MA15+)
Gluttony
Come join an iconic group of bisexuals (Millicent Sarre, Jemma Allen & Rosie Russell), for a completely unhinged night of cathartic comedy chaos. Using original music, parody, and the transformative powers of tap dance!
Chrysalis (PG)
Prompt Creative Centre
Chrysalis aims to weave together the short original tales of a group of immensely talented young people. Performed with Hive Inspire Inc. This show highlights that through embracing our individuality, we can achieve anything!
Extra
Curricular (MA15+)
Prompt Creative Centre
Embrace a lesson in hilarity with the teachers turned cabaret duo Libby and Matt (and guest appearance Staff Band). They will school you on parent teacher interviews, Sports Day, and the behind the scenes of staff meetings!
London Calling (PG)
Gluttony
Presented by the mysterious Paul Dabek, experience a breath-taking dive into the world of magic. Witness spellbinding magic, side splitting comedy, and amazing circus, it’s a something to watch!
Circus
Afrique en Cirque (G)
Gluttony
Witness the incredible Cirque Kalabanté, as they perform the beauty, youth, and artistry of African culture from Guinea. Created by Yamoussa Bangoura, this colourful show will leave you radiating with new life and energy!
Girl Talk (PG)
Gluttony
‘Girl Talk’, aims to empower the strength within female voices through the medium of physicality and authenticity. Presented by South Australian Circus Centre, this show will dismiss connotations about the word ‘Girl Talk’, through unique story telling of female voices!
#Since1994 (G)
The Bunker, Fool’s Paradise
Presented by Eye Catching Circus & Cluster Arts, experience the mesmerising world of Taiwan’s leading circus companies. These young women will defy social norms with breathtaking acrobatics through a journey of self-discovery!
Comedy
FASHION 4 PASSION (PG)
Gluttony
Embrace the opportunity to break the laws of the fashion industry. Presented by the incredible Jennfier & Samantha, they will unstitch the fashion industry, the perfect show for fast fashion fiends!
Luka Muller: Five Top Smells I Smelled Before (MA15+)
The Majestic
‘I am trying to go on my phone less so I have written a comedy show about my favourite smells.’ Acclaimed Luka Miller, this show will stink of a series of immense laughs!
Luke Kidgell and Friends (MA15+)
Rhino Room
Luke Kidgell is Australia’s fastest growing comedian. Known for his outrageous and quick-witted crowd interactions that leave you speechless. Luke is bringing together his favourite comedians for an hour of fun!
TARTAN TABLETOP DUNGEONS & DRAGONS COMEDY (PG)
Adelaide Town
Hall
The popular Dungeons & Dragons podcast team presents Never-Ending Quest. Improvised comedy, dice rolls dictate the journey, featuring teamwork, nerdy jokes, and guest comedians as Noblin the Goblin.
Dance
Dusty Feet Mob (G)
Adelaide College of Arts
From the sandy hills of Port Augusta to the bustling streets of Adelaide. Dusty Feet, a group of talented young indigenous performers will dance their way into the hearts and minds of the audience.
Rhythmic India (G)
Multiple Locations
Presented by the wonderful Pathways World School from Gurgaon, India. This performance will showcase India’s rich and cultural musical dance traditions. It will leave you unified and refreshed, plus its free!
Events
Red Poles First Nations Fringe Festival (G)
Red Poles
Join us for this demonstration of vibrant celebration of Indigenous art and culture. This fantastic showcase offers a glimpse at the rich cultural traditions of the Pitjantjatjara Anangu people!
Theatre and Physical Theatre
Know Your Enemy/Talking Underwater (M)
Theatre One
In this incredible show by Alyssa Meade. Audiences meet Alice and her anxiety, who is personified as the sarcastic and morbidly funny character ‘You’. Will Alice escape the chaos of teenage life and overcome her inner voice to follow her dreams?
BERLINERS (M)
Theatre One
Nick and Tom live would be living in the same apartment, if it wasn’t for the wall split between them. This comedy performance will take you back to the past to answer the question, can love to conquer the wall?
Trail’s End (PG)
Multiple Locations
Growing up, Sam struggled with reconnecting with his aboriginal culture. After his mother’s passing, he takes his half-brother on a camping trip. As they journey, they share fears, music and secrets, however one of these secret’s might change his brother’s life.
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (PG)
Twelve25 Youth Centre
In fog-shrouded Victorian London, Henry Jekyll's experiments unleash Edward Hyde, a sinister counterpart. As Hyde's dark desires endanger a woman, Jekyll seeks to end his creations. But Hyde resists, leading to a struggle for dominance, with multiple Hydes portrayed by cast.
MISSING TIME (G)
The Parks Theatre
When school bully April Philips vanishes for two days and returns with amnesia, only the YouTube nerds she tormented can help uncover the truth. Teenage angst meets UFO mysteries in this intriguing tale of reconciliation and discovery.
Interactive
BROKEN (G)
MOD, University of South Australia
Discover diverse futures in "BROKEN," an interactive exhibition at MOD, challenging inevitability and offering hope through exploration of potential paths forward.
Adelaide Liminal (PG)
Adelaide Town Hall
Harnessing humanity's gifts of Art & Intellect, join the Wanderer to defy the Void. Seek inspiration, create beauty, and empower the quest against darkness.
Visual Arts & Design
If Fabrics Could Speak… (G)
Gallery at St Peters Town Hall
Discover fabric memories through Catherine Fitz-Gerald's art exhibition. 30 diverse voices, ages 6 to 91, share stories of creation, culture, family, and more, captured in digital storytelling and still-life images.
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Hub Editorial