Tandanya does Fringe!
There is still plenty of time to squeeze in some Adelaide Fringe shows and I was pleasantly surprised to learn what a fantastic and varied program Tandanya is offering.Showcasing a mix of local talent as well as interstate and overseas, across genres such as dance, comedy, theatre, circus, magic and more, there really is something for everyone. I was lucky to see a preview snippet of some amazing hula hoop action from Boss Squad,...
Bernie Dieter’s Little Death Club – 5 stars
“That’s why we are all here; to be in the moment”, drawls compere and sizzling cabaret star, Bernie Dieter in her sensual and engaging way.And in the moment we all were. Immediately upon entering the spectacular Spiegeltent we were immersed in an atmosphere of decadence and excitement. The 4 piece band set the scene with dynamic and energetic Weimar-punk jazz to a backdrop of lights and stage fog. Roving performers...
Matt Tarrant: MORE Unsolved – 5 stars
Well I’m still scratching my head…I have NO idea how he did these magic and mentalist tricks. Matt Tarrant tells us that his show is much more than magic. It is “real life magic”…and it is. It feels real. Yes, we want to be tricked. Who doesn’t want to go back to some of that wonder and enchantment felt in childhood? But the most cynical and learned of us are still in awe. This is contemporary...
Charlie Caper – Robotricks – 5 stars
Enter the magical world of wizadry meticulously and cleverly created by Charlie Caper and you will be swept away for an hour of pure joy, amazement and whimsy. The audience was greeted by Charlie in a nutty professor persona, chatting away, welcoming everyone as he moved around the stage full of intriguing props and robots. We were already smiling and full of anticipation before we had even sat down.This warm and welcoming feeling...
Temporary – 4.5 stars
Temporary is a one-woman comedy written by Katie Lees and directed by Nisrine Amine. It’s old school Fringe, lots of value, modest production, limited props and just wonderful. Well worth an adventure to The A Club Adelaide in Waymouth Street. It’s a simple, funny, clever and witty parody of a day in the life of an office reception temp. The play centres around an important day: the ergonomic chair supply company is planning a big...