The 2025 Adelaide Fringe runs from Friday, February 21, 2025 – Sunday, March 23, 2025
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! No, not Christmas, we are talking about the 2025 Adelaide Fringe! Four weeks of fun across Adelaide including a BUNCH of family friendly shows. There is everything from kids dance shows, kids circus performances, music concerts for the whole family, live theatre with much loved kids stories, puppet shows that even Mum & Dad will enjoy and even discos for kids!
The Adelaide Fringe is such a brilliant family event for kids of all ages – there are shows for babies and little kids right through to tweens and teenagers that will leave the whole family wanting more. Because of the casual nature of most Adelaide Fringe shows, taking your kids to a performance is a great way to introduce them to the arts and start teaching them about theatre etiquette. The whole family might learn some new dance moves, a circus trick, a new song or even learn a valuable life lesson.
Most of the family friendly shows happen over the weekends of the Adelaide Fringe so have a look at our picks below or jump onto the Children section of the Adelaide Fringe website and start booking! Will you see a much loved children’s ballet? A classic kids performer you remember from your own childhood? (We’re looking at you Peter Coombe!) A bubble show? Or will you see something quirky or take a chance on a new artist? No matter what you see, your kids are sure to love it and coupled with some of the funky venues and delicious Fringe food options, it’s sure to be a fun family day out.
Not only are there shows in the main Adelaide Fringe hubs in the heart of the city, there are also performances across Adelaide suburbs at community centres and theatres as well as regional shows. So no matter where you live, there is sure to be something close by to enjoy with the whole family.
Join the Welcome Ceremony to acknowledge the ancestors and pay respect to the land and waters on which we gather. This event will be held at the Adelaide Botanic Gardens on the Sunday before Fringe commences, marking the beginning of the 2025 festival. Gather your fellow Fringe-goers for this free, family-friendly event! Get all the details here.
We’ll be updating this page frequently with all our favourite Adelaide Fringe shows for kids and families this year. Make sure you check back often, and also follow us on Facebook and Instagram for show reviews and other family friendly Fringe highlights. If you’re a performer or show and would like to enquire about advertising with us, please email kheshan@kidsinadelaide.com.au
Our Pick of The Best 2025 Adelaide Fringe for Kids
The Forgotten Tales!
★★★★★ ‘constant laughs from the audience’ – The AU Review
★★★★ ‘a fun afternoon of comedy and crazy storytelling’ – Theatre Now
Jon & Jero love telling stories, but they’ve forgotten how they go!
These bumbling brothers need your help to figure out what stories to tell, where to go and who to meet!
Get ready for a truly wondrous exploration of imagination, filled with inventive improv, big characters, physical comedy, witty wordplay and live music!
Nothing is too silly, in this interactive family show that is perfect for kids 5 and up.
The Forgotten Tales! is an improvised comedy experience for the whole family presented by Melbourne’s tallest comedy duo, Jon & Jero; alongside a live musician on piano.
Jon Walpole & Jeromaia Detto are Melbourne based comedians who have been performing in festivals across Australia since 2016.
They are passionate about engaging kids in a meaningful way and developing works which empower children to have creative control, ensuring that they are not performing at the kids, but with them.
They aim to involve audiences in the action, creating open spaces of play, curiosity and imagination for children and adults alike.
Our Favourite Adelaide Fringe Shows in 2024
Circus Wonderland presents Peter Pan – A Neverland Adventure
Are you ready to go back to Neverland with J.M Barrie’s classic story about Peter Pan, Wendy, Tinker Bell, Pirates, Mermaids and a ticking crocodile? Think your happy thoughts and get ready to take the second star to the right and head straight on till morning to ‘A Neverland Adventure’.
A fantasy wonderland of entertainment you will never forget! Starring an amazing world-class cast of characters with breathtaking flying acrobatics, astounding feats and hilarious antics to keep you enthralled and in wonder!
Tick Tock, a magical wonderland awaits.
Winner of Adelaide Fringe Festival BankSA Best Children’s and Family Show Award 2023.
“This show is perfect for the young ones who want to stay that way forever, and equally enjoyed by those who grew up a long time ago” – The Adelaide Advertiser
Kids In Adelaide Review 
“Our family of 5 were captivated by the truly hilarious antics and astounding acts of this incredible cast. We were truly immersed in the magic of Neverland! Miss 5 and Miss 8 were all smiles as they watched in awe as these talented circus folk performed trick after trick, never missing a beat! And Mr 11 is now considering a career in comedy and flipping!”
Mr Snotbottom vs The Zombie Boogers: The Science of Snot
Can fringe favourite Mr Snotbottom stop an army of barbaric boogies and monster mucus from suffocating the planet with foul phlegm?! What is mucus? Why do we sneeze? What happens when you eat your boogers? Explore the science of snot, excite in ewwwy, gooey experiments and giggle at grosstastic gags in this hilariously silly, slimy sci-fi perfect for kids ages 6 and up!
So come aboard a talking space craft and actually experience what it would be like to shrink down and journey into the nasal passage with some snotty special effects and stupendously slimy puppets in a highly interactive show where YOU get to be a part of the adventure.
Saturday and Sundays Feb 17- Mar 17 + Mon Mar 11th 3:30pm @ Umbrella Revolution in The Garden of Unearthly Delights
“multi-generational comedy for all!” Glam Adelaide. ***** Best Children’s Podcast Award Winner 2022. (Australian Podcast Awards) Best Performance Newcastle Fringe 2023
Kids In Adelaide Review
Embark on an extraordinary journey aboard a chatty spacecraft, immersing yourself in the wonders of nasal passages with snotty special effects and wonderfully slimy puppets. The staging and props are fabulously funny, adding to the hilarity and ensuring that every audience member, young and old, is giggling throughout the show. This highly immersive experience allows audience members to step into the action, making it a must-see show for those seeking a hilarious, slimy, and utterly enjoyable sci-fi escapade.
You Are A Doughnut
From the creators of “The Alphabet of Awesome Science” comes a brand-new multi-award-winning family show…
You Are A Doughnut!
It’s true! YOU are a great big fleshy lump with a remarkable hole running all the way through your middle — your digestive system.
Join biology teachers Oesoph A. Gus and Dewey Dean as they embark upon an utterly brilliant all-singing, all-dancing (and all-clowning!) exploration of every twisting tube and remarkable organ — with sketches, songs, and sensational science. Along the way you’ll encounter a frenzy of enzyme-powered ping pong balls, sing along with a rainbow collection of poop puppets, and witness the weirdest poetry performance you’ve ever seen.
“You Are a Doughnut” is a ‘riot of fun’ (The Clothesline) and a ‘sure winner for the whole family’ (Glam Adelaide)
It’s a little bit gross — and a ‘hole’ lotta fun! (You might even learn something…).
★★★★★ Glam Adelaide
★★★★★ Kids in Adelaide
★★★★1/2 The Clothesline
SHOW DATES:
17 Feb — 17 Mar
Saturdays and Sundays at 3pm
Plus Mon 11 Mar at 3pm
www.thatsciencegang.com/youareadoughnut
Kids In Adelaide Review
“You Are A Doughnut has been a longtime Fringe favourite in the Kids In Adelaide team, so I was excited to check it out myself, finally! It’s high energy, funny, entertaining, even educational and did not disappoint.
Two teachers have been booked for a relief biology lesson – oh no! They decide to teach the lesson about the digestive system together, but soon discover they have VERY different teaching styles. (We believe the correct term these days is “pedagogies.”)
We were taken through a series of songs, games shows, and cooking demonstrations to learn how the digestive system works. This show is super fun and if your kids love hearing about farts, toilets, poo, bums and vomit – this is 100% the show for them!
The team from That Science Gang had our kids giggling, doing actions and calling out answers throughout the show – it was super engaging and interactive enough without the pain of seeing anyone’s precocious kids pulled up on stage (usually ours).
Plus, we all learnt something! This show is suited to anyone aged 2 up who wants a good laugh, a bit of a boogie, some toilet humour and a refresh in biology!”
Faulty Towers – The Dining Experience
The international smash-hit, Faulty Towers The Dining Experience is returning to Adelaide from 16 February to 10 March at the Terrace Hotel Adelaide as part of the Adelaide Fringe. Come and see for yourself why this is labelled “Immersive theatre at its startling best” (Best of Theatre, London 2019)
Having recently chalked up 10 years on London’s West End, 15 years touring the UK and Europe, and 25 years touring Australia, this production is the longest running Fawlty Towers production of any kind worldwide.
When the audience become diners in the ‘Faulty Towers’ restaurant, pretty much anything can happen – because 70% of the show is improvised. The fun starts as guests wait to be seated. It then hurtles along in a 2-hour tour de force of gags and shambolic service as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve a ‘70s-style 3-course meal together with a good dollop of mayhem. Expect the unexpected!
‘A full-on feast for the funny bone’ Australian Stage
‘Hilarious’ ★★★★★ The West Australian
‘Seriously funny. An absolute blast’ ★★★★★ The Advertiser
‘An often outrageous and unpredictable slice of malarkey sure to please’ ★★★★★ GlamAdelaide
Kids In Adelaide Review
If you ever enjoyed the show Fawlty Towers, run don’t walk to book seats at this incredible calibre dinner show.
Set in the light and leafy Botanical Room at The Terrace Hotel (on South Terrace) parking is ample and you’ll avoid all of the East End hustle PLUS enjoy a really lovely three course meal.
The cast played their parts to an absolute tee….. it was exactly like the show and the entire sold out room were transported to Fawlty Towers in Devon, England and I can tell you the 130ish guests in our dinner session roared with laughter from start to end.
While the content of this show would be fine for kids / families, it’s a couple of hours at a dinner table and we think this one is best for your date night or take your Basil loving parents!
Our tip, arrive half an hour early and buy a drink at the bar lounge prior to doors opening. (The show actually starts out there to welcome and seat you.) We opted for a bottle of wine to take in with us, as there is no real ‘break’ in the first hour and you do need to go out of the room to the bar for beverage service.
The meal (included with your ticket price) was delightful and dietary requirements can be catered for. If you are wanting to sit with friends in the same session and haven’t booked tickets together, you can also request that prior your show day.
This was such a high quality experience.
Manuel (Adrian Espulso) was an absolute crack up (and happens to be lowkey hot). Basil (Cameron Hurry) delivered 110% energy, he didn’t stop, and thank goodness for Sybil (Gemma Galley), keeping them all in line and having epic hair.
If you like Fawlty Towers – see the show, it won’t disappoint, it was SO true to the show and we give it five solid stars.
Seven Little Wonders
Winner of Arts SA’s Ruby Award for Outstanding Children’s Event in 2022, Seven Little Wonders is a joyous celebration of music, colour and light for 3-8 year olds and families.
“When StarMan Sam miraculously arrives from over the rainbow, he brings with him a bagful of music, colour and light – and before you know it, he’s dancing up a storm of magic and wonder. And when the fun is done, StarMan Sam needs to get home! BUT something is wrong. The way is blocked! The world is stuck! He needs your help!
The seven colours of the rainbow, the seven notes of music along with Imogen and six star children from the audience help Starman Sam find his way home and in doing so, they discover parts of themselves they never knew existed.
Seven Little Wonders draws inspiration from Margaret Mahy’s beloved children’s book “The Man from the Land of Fandango”, David Bowie’s iconic song “StarMan” and Sir Isaac Newton’s exploration of music, colour and light. It’s a non-verbal, immersive visual theatre performance experience which lures all-comers, young and old, into a spellbinding story celebrating the power of art and creation.
This intimate, interactive and beautiful work conceived by veteran children’s theatre-makers, Dave Brown and Bob Weatherly working with highly experienced professional artists, Sarah Brokensha and Gavin Clarke is “delightfully vibrant and joyous fun” Andy Ahrens Review.
Tickets still available for Saturday 24 February at 11.00am and Saturday 24 February at 1.00pm – but be quick!
Kids In Adelaide Review
Live music fills the air, interactive lighting weaves a mesmerizing dance, and immersive video projections transport you into a world of wonder and imagination. Seven Little Wonders is not only a show; it’s an immersive experience that captivates, delights, and inspires. This production shines brightly as a perfect first theatre experience for children aged 4 and up, offering a gateway to the magic of live performance that is sure to ignite their imaginations and create lasting memories.
The Wizard Of Oz
We’re off the see the wizard in this much-loved story about a Kansas farm girl who travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home. The Wizard of Oz has entertained audiences for generations.
Join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Cowardly Lion, and Tin Man on this wonderful adventure for the whole family.
We are following the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation which features the iconic musical score from the MGM film and includes the songs “Over The Rainbow,” “Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead”, “If I Only Had A Brain/A Heart/The Nerve,” “We’re Off To See The Wizard (Follow The Yellow Brick Road),” and “The Jitterbug”.
Adelaide Theatre Academy & Theatre Bugs is the largest performing arts school in South Australia. They perform their critically acclaimed and multiple award nominated Adelaide Fringe productions at the magnificent Norwood Concert Hall. Past productions include: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Mary Poppins, Peter Pan, & Oliver; often sold out to wildy cheering audiences. We recommend you book quickly!
Kids In Adelaide Review
“Onto the actors and every single performer committed 100% to their role and delivered with gusto. From the sweet singing voice of Dorothy, to the tapping talents of the Tinman, the pure sass of the Wicked Witch, right through to each ensemble member, every cast member up onstage was well rehearsed with evident solid training behind them.
Our kids were enthralled the entire time – they bounced along in their seats to the songs, loved watching the characters come out into the audience and cheered when (Ding Dong!) the Wicked Witch was DEAD!
Another fabulous offering from Theatre Bugs and the Adelaide Theatre Academy.”
Squishy Taylor and The City Wide Ghost Plague (At Home Experience)
Are you searching for a thrilling and captivating activity that will keep your entire family on their toes? Look no further than Squishy Taylor and the City-Wide Ghost Plague – an incredible adventure delivered straight to your doorstep!
With this at-home experience, you will receive a mysterious package in the post filled with cryptic clues and puzzles, all aimed at uncovering the truth behind the spooky apparitions that have been spotted around the city.
Based on the much-loved books by Ailsa Wild, Squishy Taylor and the City-Wide Ghost Plague is undertaken from the comfort of your home at your convenience. Complete each puzzle, unlock the next chapter and get one step closer to solving the mystery.
★★★★★ “A truly engaging, utterly delightful experience that makes for unique family time everyone can get involved in.” The Age
“A super engaging, innovative self-navigating story that my six year old son is still raving about the next day. It was so exciting for him to receive a parcel in the post and with such clever and thoughtfully designed materials. It really captured imagination and the semaphore flags are a fixture in our house now it seems!’
Audience Member, Melbourne
What: Squishy Taylor and the City-Wide Ghost Plague
When: 16 February to 17 March 2024
Where: Delivered in the post, experienced at home at your convenience
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Here’s a new way to experience the Adelaide Fringe this year. If you live in Regional S.A, it’s too far or too hard to get to a Fringe venue or you just want to try something different, this at home Fringe experience is for you.
A package will arrive in your letterbox that houses your at home Fringe experience! Simply ensure you have a phone/internet, scissors, tape and a pen. Think virtual escape room, but a mystery to solved instead. There’s ghosts everywhere and we join Squishy Taylor and her friends and family in helping solve the mystery.
Use either QR codes, or simply go old school and read the text from the book to work through a range of puzzles and interactive clues to figure why these ghosts are all across town. This one is for adults and kids to do together – we love that it opens communication channels, encourages problem solving and promotes time as a family!
Would recommend kids aged 7-10 approximately with their favourite adult. It would be great even for grandparents with some enthusiastic grand kids! Just a heads up, it does take a little time, so be sure to pick a time where kids are willing and able to focus and remain engaged for about 1 hour.
YOAH
At the 2024 Adelaide Fringe, don’t miss this Australian premiere: YOAH!
YOAH is the latest work by Japan’s most talked-about contemporary circus company, CIRQUEWORK. This new style of circus is a fusion of Japanese drums, electro sounds, digital effects and art forms never before seen in a circus show, following the theme of “tradition and innovation”.
CIRQUEWORK was created by a group of young circus artists active in Japan and abroad. By combining acrobatics, dance, music, lighting and visual effects, the company’s unique form of entertainment is full of originality. This show, YOAH, is a fresh and exciting choice for Fringegoers of all ages this season.
YOAH is rated G, and runs 16 February – 10 March at The Moa in Gluttony.
Duration: 60 min
Fri 16 Feb – Sun 18 Feb: 6:30pm
Tue 20 Feb – Sun 25 Feb: 6:30pm
Tue 27 Feb – Sun 03 Mar: 6:30pm
Tue 05 Mar – Sun 10 Mar: 6:30pm
The Moa at Gluttony – Rymill Park
Rymill Park / Murlawirrapurka, Cnr East Tce & Rundle Rd, Adelaide, Kaurna Country
Age Suitability: PG
Family Friendly: Yes
Other Warnings: Smoke Effects, Strobe Lighting, Dark Lighting, Mild Scary Themes
Kids in Adelaide Review
This captivating family-friendly show left us utterly mesmerized! The highly skilled performers showcased their incredible abilities, keeping us on the edge of our seats throughout.
The show’s diversity and creativity, blending acrobatics, dance, music, lighting, and visual effects, left a lasting impression, this is one of those Fringe shows you’ll want to see more than once
While the dramatic music, strobe lights, and masked performers might be more suitable for children over 5, the entire experience was a thrilling combination of entertainment elements.
Our favourite part? Too hard to pick just one, but the trapeze and balancing chair act was particularly impressive.
The show received a unanimous 5 star review from our whole family. Grandma, enthusiastic about the entire performance, even suggested giving it a generous 5 and a half stars, emphasizing this show being one of the top picks for the whole family this year.
Mario The Maker Magician
Robots and magic and slapstick… oh my!
Direct from sold-out New York and Edinburgh seasons and set to make his Australian premiere, Mario the Maker Magician leads you through a romping explosion of energy and belly laughs punctuated with moments of heart and emotion that will catch you by surprise. Not “just a kids’ show”, this is an all-ages theatre experience… for adults, kids, families… everyone.
The contagiously upbeat and full of heart, the ever-endearing Mario weaves through a world of vaudeville and magic, cardboard and robots, science, and innovation, to instil a positive message that will last in the minds and hearts of all who partake in the hour-long journey together.
Mario also has appeared on Sesame Street, Universal Kids, and live on tour with David Blaine, who calls him “the best kids’ magician in the world!!”
Click here to see Mario on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon.
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ONE4REVIEW
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Scotsman
Show Dates:
16 FEB – 17 Mar 2024
16-18, 23-25 Feb, 1-3, 8-11, 15-17 Mar at 5:15PM,
17-18, 24-25 Feb, 2-3 Mar at 2PM,
9-11, 16-17 Mar at 12:30PM
Venue: The Roundhouse, The Garden of Unearthly Delights
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What a way to kick off our 2024 Fringe experience!
An absolute ball of positive energy, Mario has most certainly brought his A-game down-under!! Robots, slapstick comedy and of course, magic, what more could a family with 3 kids ask for!?
Click here to read our full review
Fringe For Kids
Fringe For Kids is the newest family friendly variety show, bringing the best acts for kids, performed by the most talented artists in town. Each show is different with a fresh new line up every day!
Promising fits of giggles and awe-inspiring stunts, reach into the lucky dip that is The Fringe for Kids Roadshow and be delighted by what you’ll find.
Enjoy a little bit of everything including circus, dance, drag, music, magic and comedy. Perfect for a family outing at the festival!
Kids in Adelaide Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Fringe For Kids is a great family friendly Fringe option this year. With so many different acts included in the one show it will appeal to kids of all ages. There’s aerial tricks, fire, bubbles, Hula Hoop, juggling, dancing and more – this show definitely did not disappoint. We were so impressed with all of the performers, in particular the youngest pair of dancers, being just 7 and 9 years old!
Each act is not too long which helped to keep our kids interested and the 45 minutes show length is the perfect length for kids.
The energy is vibrant and the magical tricks, lighting and good mix of music kept all of us in awe!
Josh Staley – Wacky Wizardry Goes Wrong
After years of highly acclaimed & sold-out shows, the whole family can now join multi-award-winning magician Josh Staley at this show for the FIRST TIME EVER at Adelaide Fringe.
Josh’s dream of becoming the world’s greatest wizard does not always go to plan. Join him in this mad and modern magic show that is funny, interactive & fast-paced, perfect for children & childish adults. The audience are the stars of the show in this can’t-miss experience. Many of the illusions use simple household items, which means you can continue on your wizarding way long after the curtains close.
You may even learn some tricks, so every little wizard goes home with a special magical gift!
Show dates:
2nd of March – 17th of March
2nd,3rd, 9th, 10th, 11th, 16th, 17th at 2:45pm
Venue:
The Lark at Gluttony – Rymill Park
Kids in Adelaide Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Signor Baffo
Interactive Theatre International (ITI) is proud to present the Australian Premiere of Signor Baffo at Adelaide Fringe Festival from 17th February to 17th March 2024.
Having toured the UK since 2013, this gorgeous interactive children’s comedy is making its Australian debut, lauded by kids everywhere: it’ll ‘blow your head off’ (Kai, aged 7). An interactive treat for children 3+ and their families.
There’s chaos in the kitchen when Signor Baffo’s left in charge! All the answers to all the most important questions of the day are revealed in the charming culinary chaos of Signor Baffo’s kitchen: What’s the best way to mix meatballs with spaghetti? How do you make a chicken lay an egg? And how exactly does a sausage roll? In this supremely silly interactive children’s show, expect generous helpings of fun, mischief and adventure.
“A clever script, simple plot and superb clowning and slapstick ensure a young audience is enthralled” (Remote Goat)
“A must-see show” Child Friendly Brighton
Starring actor Joshua Burton (Holding The Man), who continues touring with ITI family following wildly successful Australian tour of Roald Dahl and The Imagination Seekers in which he starred.
Kids In Adelaide Review
You won’t find a funnier or more well produced show for your 3-8 year old than this 50 minutes. It’s a one man gig and our kids were fully invested in the tumultuous story of Signor Baffo fumbling his way through a check list to open his boss’s restaurant (with a lot of help from the audience) despite his evident lack of culinary skills. You’ll laugh, clap, participate and laugh some more. Little seamless ‘pops’ of magic kept the kids even further engaged. The venue was cool on a hot day, and was only a short walk into Gluttony (perfect for little legs). Get to this one!
The Dark Room For Kids
You and your family are stuck inside a live-action videogame! How will you escape?! Will you: A) Find light switch? B) Go north? C) Explode in a shower of stinking guts?
An interactive adventure featuring terrible prizes and total mayhem! This bit is for parents only: this show is recommended for 11+ but younger kids are welcome. There may be some mild language but it’s more like Roald Dahl than YouTube.
★★★★ “Irresistibly dangerous” Stage
★★★★ “Robertson had his young audience in raptures” ThreeWeeks
Winner of Best Kid’s Show, Leicester Comedy Festival & Winner of Chortle Award.
Kids in Adelaide Review
The family-friendly show, recommended for children aged 11-14, unexpectedly entertained even younger kids who found joy in the humor. There were quite a few younger ones at our show and they all seemed to really enjoy it. The catchphrase, ‘you die, you die, you die,’ added a playful element with everyone soon joining in the chant. Take note there is some mild language. While adults appreciated jokes that flew over the kids’ heads, the interactive nature of the show, with audience participation and voting, engaged everyone. The energetic presenter showcased quick wit and connected well with the audience, making the experience enjoyable for all. Despite the challenges of a hot 32-degree day, the presence of fans inside the venue contributed to a more comfortable atmosphere. The host’s commitment to the show was evident, even enduring the heat in leather attire. Overall a fun show to see this Fringe.
Tahir – The World’s Best Worst Magician
Tahir is one of Australia’s most decorated comedians, what he isn’t known for (yet!) is his amazing ability to perform absolutely terrible magic tricks. Luckily(?), this will soon be rectified, because at this year’s Fringe Festival, Tahir combines killer jokes and woeful tricks – with hilarious results.
We’ve all seen good magicians who are pretty ordinary comedians. Well, now it’s time to see an award-winning comedian who is a VERY ordinary magician!
Warning: There might even be a good trick or two!
Kids in Adelaide Review
Tahir, known as “The World’s Best Worst Magician,” delivers a captivating and entertaining performance that delights audiences of all ages. Nestled in the cosy confines of The Factory at The Garden of Unearthly Delights, Tahir’s show is a testament to his years of experience in stand-up comedy and acting, now brilliantly fused with his talent for magic. His witty style and infectious energy make him a funny guy who can pull off some pretty awesome tricks, keeping the crowd impressed for the entire 70-minute production.
From the moment Tahir steps onto the stage, his infectious energy grabs hold of the audience’s attention. He dives headfirst into a whirlwind of 10 magic tricks in just a few minutes, unleashing a cascade of comic chaos that leaves everyone (including our 6 & 4 year old) giggling for more. While his tricks may not be the most elaborate, what truly sets him apart is his laid-back demeanour, sharp sense of humour, and uncanny knack for connecting with the crowd. Despite the playful jab at his magical prowess in the show’s title, Tahir’s performance exceeds all expectations. He had us all eating out of the palm of his hands.
It’s magic meets mayhem in the most delightful way possible!
Ten Thousand Hours
The local legends behind Fringe hit, A Simple Space, are back with a new creation celebrating the countless hours and dedication required to become a world class acrobat.
Eight elite acrobats investigate physical skill; how we obtain it, how we perfect it, and how it can transform our lives. Through highlighting the nuance of high level acrobatics, audiences experience a heightened appreciation of the countless hours required to master the skills they are witnessing. Ten Thousand Hours is a revelry of the distinct physical language that defines GOM and a celebration of the pursuit of mastery.
The work captures and champions GOM’s guiding values, spotlighting genuine human connection and acrobatic virtuosity. Following in the footsteps of A Simple Space, the company’s most cherished and prolific work to date, this new creation will invite audiences to witness acrobatics at a level they have never seen before. The premiere season features a cast of elite acrobats, all internationally renowned masters of their artform. Through honest, cheeky and daring physical storytelling, their superhuman skills become relatable ensuring audiences of all ages are glued to the edge of their seats.
Ten Thousand Hours is destined to take over the global stage, so don’t miss your chance to be one of the first in the world to see GOM’s latest, trailblazing creation.
Kids In Adelaide Review
Ten Thousand Hours is a simply stunning piece of work by GOM Circus, delving into the work, time and dedication it takes to master a skill. We were truly mesmerised throughout the whole experience.
This is not a clowning, juggling, pie in the face kind of circus work. Ten Thousand Hours is athletes at work, taking on acrobatic feats that we had never seen before using a perfect blend of strength, team work and pure joy. Honestly, it was obvious how much the artists were enjoying themselves. They tumbled, they climbed, they balanced, they jumped and I wish I could paint a picture that depicts how clever, stunning and amazing their skills are. The GOM Circus artists were in perfect sync with each other and while our hearts were in our throats for the first few minutes, you soon realise that these are pros at work and relax into true appreciation for the performance.
Did it all go perfectly, every single time? Nope, but that is the whole point of the show. Mastering a skill such as acrobatics means doing the same thing over and over again, messing up, trying it differently and sometimes having something go wrong even when you think you have it right. We especially loved their clever take on the ‘water bottle challenge’ which perfectly proves this point.
What ages is Ten Thousand Hours suitable for? We took our 8 year old who loves her own acro classes so she was mesmerised the entire time. As long as your kids can sit still and concentrate for an hour, they should be fine.
I would give this 10 stars if I could. An absolutely mind blowing show from this home grown Adelaide company.
The Family Friendly Stand Up Show
British comic sensation and international freestyle RAP king Chris Turner is making his much-anticipated return to Adelaide Fringe stages with The Family-Friendly Stand-Up Show.
The award-winning US based comedian who was the first comic to ever perform a Las Vegas residency with Cirque Du Soleil and receive a standing ovation on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert will deliver an hour of stand-up suitable for all ages. He’s brought along his catchiest songs, best dance moves, and funniest friends to help out. With 10 sell-out years at the Edinburgh Fringe under his belt, Chris’ silly raps and stupid jokes will have the whole family cracking up.
As one of the world’s biggest improv comedy stars, this show will mark Chris’s first South Australian performances in eight years and is a rare opportunity to see the global comedy star at the top of his game. Chris is understandably excited to be getting back to Adelaide for Adelaide Fringe 2024.
“I love the vibe of the Adelaide festival season and I remember the energy of the audiences fondly. I can’t wait to bring the laughs for the premiere of this special show that I’ve been working on especially for the good people of Adelaide”, Chris says.
The Family-Friendly Stand-Up Show will be performed at The Kingfisher in Gluttony from 9-17 March.
Kids in Adelaide review
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An hour of stand up comedy for the whole family, all ages. Chris the comedian takes his inspiration from the audience at the time. The kids enjoyed the freestyle rapping and were amazed at how he was able to rap with any given topic! Just incredible how he is able to think so fast on the spot! Classic gags and good old fashioned comedy without smut and bad language. Very refreshing and hilarious at the same time.
Suitable for all ages. We loved this show.
AFRIQUE EN CIRQUE
New to Adelaide Fringe: The incredible Afrique en Cirque is a show by Yamoussa Bangoura, inspired by daily life in Guinea. This performance shares the beauty, youth and artistry of African culture through a colourful show that will make any space vibrate with energy. It represents strength, agility and life’s joys of young Africans. The audience will see acrobats execute gravity defying moves and human pyramids, all to the contemporary sounds of Afro-Jazz, percussion, and Kora.
Yamoussa Bangoura is a multidisciplinary artist of Guinean origin, who created the company Kalabanté Productions in 2007. Yamoussa always had a dream of founding a circus school and having his own company in African arts. As a young man, he studied the circus performers he saw on European TV and practised on the beach by his home. Eventually he joined Circus Baobab, Guinea’s original circus, and in the early 2000s he was recruited to perform in Canada.
Living in Montreal for several years, the hub of circus in Canada, Yamoussa began to develop his own shows, which over the past several years have been increasingly gathering attention and recognition in the worldwide circus arts community. Don’t miss this amazing production, Afrique en Cirque, as it makes its South Australian premiere at Gluttony this Adelaide Fringe! Its run is limited to the first ten days of the festival only.
Duration: 60 min
Thu 15 Feb: 8:30pm
Fri 16 Feb – Sat 17 Feb: 8:10pm
Sun 18 Feb: 4:30pm, 8:10pm
Tue 20 Feb – Sat 24 Feb: 8:10pm
Sun 25 Feb: 4:30pm, 8:10pm
The Flamingo at Gluttony – Rymill Park
Rymill Park / Murlawirrapurka, Cnr East Tce & Rundle Rd, Adelaide, Kaurna Country
Age Suitability: G
Family Friendly: Yes
Kids in Adelaide Review
Set in the impressive Flamingo (Gluttony) this show will immerse you into a high vibration of African culture. Expert drumming and sensational music under pin an hour of incredible acts of strength, flexibility, dance and varied disciplines of physical performance. Wow. We knew it would be brilliant, we didn’t realise it would feel so powerful or that we would find it a truly moving and beautiful experience.
This troupe bring the high energy and talent that will keep you and your kids alike completely mesmerised.
Meg in the Magic Toyshop
It’s early in the morning at the Magic Toyshop and Meg the Doll can’t find her glove! Join in the chaotic hunt as Meg and her best friend Penny the Toy Soldier enlist your help to unlock the enchanted toy boxes, reveal their hidden surprises and find the missing glove before the Toyshop opens! Using immersive stories, dances and timeless children’s songs, this show combines the warm, cosy feeling of childhood days gone by with whimsical fun for today – fabulous entertainment for children and adults alike.
A perfect show for all ages… but especially for those aged 2-6. This imaginative pre-school show was made for young people to learn and enjoy. It includes colour play, group songs and dances, Makaton signing, magic, costumes, interaction and storytelling. The relaxed group setting at the Warehouse Theatre enhances the show’s themes of friendship, perseverance and sharing.
And kids… bring your Adults, Families and Playgroups! This is a perfect first Fringe experience that will be remembered for years to come.
“An educational 40 minutes that ignited the imagination and engaged even the toughest critics below the age of 5 – a lovely interactive Fringe production that is ideal for families with young children.” (The Serenade Files)
“Flawless performance – Perfect for preschoolers” (Audience Member)
“A fun, engaging and even educational experience for all the family to enjoy, hosted by two incredibly talented artists who have great flair in performing for young children” – (WAF Young Reviewer Initiative, Wandsworth Arts Fringe)
‘Meg in the Magic Toyshop’ runs weekends from March 1st until March 17th at The Warehouse Theatre (Atrium)
Fridays 4:30pm, Saturdays 10am and 11:30am, Sundays 11:15am
Kids in Adelaide Review
Meg in the Magic Toyshop is a bright, lively and highly engaging family fringe fringe show perfect for the youngest Fringe fans in your family (we recommend 1-6 years is ideal).
Full of songs the youngest family members are bound to love Meg encourages audience participation and the kids loved getting up and involved all the way through.
With family favourite songs and stories that the youngest family members know and love, Meg in the Magic Toyshop has lots to keep the audience engaged with bright colours, toys, and music, dancing and more.
The Warehouse venue is a gorgeous intimate space, fully air conditioned for a lovely cool experience at The Warehouse Theatre in Unley just off Greenhill Rd
As an added bonus the performers include Auslan signing for many of the songs and stories, so signing families will love this even more.
Justin’s BIG Balloon Show
Prepare to be swept off your feet as the masterminds behind the Fringe Family favourites – “CIRCUS • The Show” & “The Greatest Magic Show” – present an extraordinary stage show like no other! Led by the incredible Justin, WINNER of TV show ‘Blow Up!’, this show is bursting with grand illusions, thrilling circus stunts and, of course, Justin’s signature BIG balloon creations that have to be seen to be believed!
For the first time ever in Adelaide, this show appeals to every single audience member – regardless of age! Come discover just what is possible when a master of magic, circus and balloons combines these artforms in an enthralling 60 minute spectacular!
★★★★★ ‘Engaging, amusing and entertaining!’ The Blurb
‘I cannot believe this is possible with balloons!’ Samantha Jade
All our balloons used are made of Natural Rubber Latex (NRL) – harvested by tapping the Rubber Tree in a way that does not harm the tree. NRL is organic – not plastic – and is biodegradable. Balloons are recycled through TerraCycle after each season.
Kids in Adelaide Review
Justin’s Big Balloon Show was truly incredible. Rated “1 hundred and 59 trillion” thumbs up from my 5 year old son. The show included dangerous, clever, funny, jaw-dropping, and heart-felt acts.
Justin showed us just how creative balloon art can be, constantly wowing the audience with his creations. We were told the acts were going to be dangerous and stupid. Well, we were stupidly impressed and were left wanting more. The crowd interaction was great, Justin made us all feel like we were part of the show itself. He left us constantly questioning how the magic happened. If you’re looking for a great show to watch with your family, this is it.
The show is full of colour and laughter, it truly is a feel good show for all members of the family.
Little Red In The Hood – by A.J Bailey
A fun-filled fractured fairy tale with recycling messages!
Little Red loves her Granny and her neighbourhood!
She’s like a Superhero in a hoodie- always on the lookout for litterbugs and people who don’t know how to Recycle.
Her mottos are ‘Keep Australia Beautiful’ and ‘Be a Recycle Superhero’
Everyone thinks Red is pretty amazing!
Of course, every story has a troublemaker, and this one has Walter – The Big Bad Wolf.
He’s not really that big or bad …more like medium-sized and cheeky, with no clue about Recycling!
Walter can smell the awesome chocolate cake Granny’s got cooking and he’s on a mission to get the first bite.
Oh no…watch out Granny!
Kids in Adelaide Review –
A different and really fun interpretation of the classic children’s tale, Little Red Riding Hood. The audience goes adventure with Walter the Wolf (aka The Big Bad Wolf) as he tries to get first taste of Grannie’s delicious Chocolate Cake. Little Red, our stories recycling hero, isn’t having a bar of that though and she proceeds to save Granny, the cake and give Walter a lesson on how to not be so big and bad and to choose friendship instead. Lots of music, dancing, laughs, lessons (and fart jokes) in this show and with EIGHT performance locations throughout S. A it’s the perfect Fringe experience for primary aged children.
JUNKLANDIA
JUNKLANDIA is an engaging & interactive spectacle of drumming, dance, circus and comedy guaranteed to excite & inspire KIDS & families! Don’t miss our Adelaide Fringe debut after receiving a “Judge’s Pick” nomination at Melbourne Fringe 2023.
Two brothers from the faraway planet ‘JUNKLANDIA’ embark on an EPIC mission to Earth to teach the Junklandian ways of music & creative recycling! With a hilarious language of gibberish & rhythm, this show is accessible to any age and nationality.
The show ends with an incredible ‘JUNK Orchestra’ where each audience member, equipped with a recycled instrument, will come together to create a one-of-a-kind Junkyard Band!
You won’t look at recycled materials the same way after watching this show!
Kids in Adelaide Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We had a feeling this show would be one of our favourites for Fringe 2024 and we weren’t wrong. JUNKLANDIA is a big funky five stars from us!
If you love a kids Fringe show that’s full of big colours, big sounds, big laughs, music and crowd participation on an epic scale this one is for you. These guys had the entire audience, kids and adults alike laughing and bopping in the aisles to the sound of instruments made from recycled “junk”. Kids of all ages will love this show, with primary aged kids also taking home an important lesson about recycling and the environment.
Bunktopia – A Shadow Puppet Show
Meet the man who makes shadow puppets in a whole new way! The award winning odd-ball creator of ‘Sticks Stones Broken Bones’, ‘Swamp Juice’, ‘Slapdash Galaxy’ and ‘Bunkasaurus’, Jeff Achtem (Bunk Puppets) returns to Adelaide Fringe to show off some of his favorite shadow puppetry characters and clown adventures . Giant trolls, dancing snails and a popcorn avelanche! Put down your screen, grab some kids and come jump-start your imagination! Bunktopia is an uplifting, and imaginative puppetry showcase for all ages.
Past reviews for Bunk Puppets:
★★★★★ “Something really exceptional” Advertiser.
“He reminds you what your imagination is for” The Skinny.
“Innovative, memorable. Fun” The Times UK.
“An absolute master of the worlds he creates” FringeReview UK.
★★★★★ “It’s hard to imagine a more entertaining, generous of inspirational show.” FringeReview Adelaide.
“A hilarious, ingenious show” Adelaide Theatre Guide.
“Pure theater magic, filling the room with joy and wonder” NY Theater Now.
“Unmissable pleasure” Broadway World.
When: 24 – 25 Feb, 2 – 3 Mar, 9 -10 & 11 Mar (11 am start all dates)
Where: The Garden of Unearthly Delights, Rundle Park / Kadlitpina, Cnr East Tce & Rundle Rd, Adelaide, Kaurna Country
Who: Ideal for families, ages 6 yrs plus
Kids in Adelaide Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Jeff Achtem of Bunk Puppets has done it again! His clown adventures and puppet mastery had our family of five laughing, cheering and clapping along, as he creates interactive theatre magic. An imaginative and comedic puppet show, Bunktopia shines for the young at heart.
Jeff manages to create a myriad of worlds and stories with his puppet creations, from giant trolls to silly snails, crazy scientists and so much more! If you love slapstick comedy of the ‘Mr Bean’ variety, you will love Bunktopia. For something a little different to your typical circus and magic shows, this hilariously creative show is one not to be missed on your Fringe schedule.
For that truly authentic Fringe feel, the show is held in the Garden of Unearthly Delights! We are off to bunnings to buy some cardboard and gloves to make to some crazy shadow puppets!
Recommended Ages 4-99
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**Some (not all) of the shows above are paid listings and/or we received free tickets to see. Our personal reviews for the shows above are not paid for and our honest opinion.
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