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Hard Quiz Live – Hosted by Tom Gleeson: Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   5 stars for professional roasting at its finest!
Review by Jo Parkinson
Strap yourselves in and prepare for an hour of absolute roasting as Tom Gleeson hosts at his comedic best. Tom’s quick wit and outrageous acting skills have the audience in stitches the […]

Electric Skies: Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   5 Stars for an exhilarating sound and light show that the whole family will appreciate.
Review by Claire Davill
Electric Skies is a masterful combination of technology, storytelling and music, with a sound and light show that leaves you feeling both exhilarated and enchanted. Five hundred drones light up the […]

The Party – Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   So, do you want to go to a Party?
If you were disappointed to hear Blanc de Blanc wasn’t returning this year, don’t be. It’s replacement by the same producers Strut & Fret has filled the void with a show you don’t want to miss!
This show screams FUN […]

Velvet Rewired: Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   5 Stars for Velvet Rewired, a glamorous sequinned union of music, song, dance and breathtaking circus acts.
If you’re only going to see one show this Fringe then this is the WOW show that’s worth seeing. The audience is transported to a disco wonderland, Studio 54 style, and from […]

Barbaroi: Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 stars for edgy, exciting physical theatre that is family friendly 
Review by Sharon Harrington
Barbaroi is raw, atmospheric physical theatre, set in a dystopian future with a pumping alternative soundtrack.
This is a cool show. It feels edgy and foreboding and yet all the acts are surprisingly family friendly.
Think of a low lit, […]

The I Hate Children Children’s Show: Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   5 Stars for an extremely funny, engaging magic show for all ages!
The I Hate Children Children’s Show is a fantastic show for sadistic parents. Wait, what? Yes! The show will also appeal to kids who love participating onstage, who love magic and who can […]

101 Ways to Annoy Your Parents and Other Really Old People: Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   Chaotic, silly, and downright dangerous information for children who want to annoy their parents!
Review by Claire Davill
Matty Grey knows how to hype up kids, and this show will have them yelling, jumping up and down in their seats, throwing […]

Wonderfull! A Celebration of Stevie Wonder: Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for an unforgettable night of music, colour and joy 
Review by Carla Caruso
I love a tribute show and this one celebrates a true, well, wonder.
A few fast facts about Stevie Wonder … The American singer-songwriter was born prematurely, and doctors believe he was blinded when he […]

Maho Magic Bar: Child Friendly Session – Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   5 Stars for a family-friendly Japanese bar filled with jaw-dropping magic.
Review by Claire Davill
Maho Magic Bar doesn’t seem like a family-friendly Fringe option, but book a show before 4pm, and the kids will be in awe at the experience. The mid-afternoon shows are […]

Science Magic: Messy Mayhem: Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   5 Stars for messy science fun that the kids WILL want to try at home!
Review by Claire Davill
Donal Vaughan presents a kids’ science show stripped of flashy sets, sound effects or music – its just a man on a stage in a lab coat with a […]

Ben Hart: Live – Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   Put Ben Hart: Live at the top of your Fringe ticket wish list this season!
Ben Hart is a West-End star and multi-award-winning magician who has performed for royalty, was a finalist on Britain’s Got Talent and has featured in multiple TV appearances including his own BBC series. […]

The Choir of Man: Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   5 Stars for an uplifting evening of beer, poetry and magical harmonies.
Do yourself a favour and see the Choir of Man – it’s an invitation into a place of safe haven, shared dreams, darn good fun and a celebration of life and music!
You may also wonder […]

Game On: Boss Level: Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   5 Stars for hilarious, video game-based mayhem
Review by Claire Davill
Matty Grey brings his loud, infectious energy for another installment of his Game On series, this year facing the boss level of game land! Will he survive? (If your kids are good shots with nerf guns, the answer […]

Circus Wonderland – A Neverland Adventure – Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 Stars for awe-inspiring tricks, fantastic storytelling and family-friendly banter.
Review by Claire Davill
Circus Wonderland – A Neverland Adventure is the perfect family-friendly circus show. The Spiegeltent is a cozy venue where the action is right up close – at times the performers feel like they […]

SILENCE ! Adelaide Fringe 2023 Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for a heart-thumping, fiery spectacular
Review by Carla Caruso
The SILENCE ! Festival at Elder Park/Tarntanya Wama is anything but silent – in an entirely good way.
Think live music, percussion, fire, pyrotechnics, and fireworks. Plus, art installations, food trucks, pop-up bars, roving entertainment, and picnicking.
If you’re looking for a change of […]

Maho Magic Bar – Adelaide Fringe Review 2023. 
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Take a seat and be prepared for a magical, bewildering experience that will leave you laughing and applauding until the very end!
It’s described as ‘Part show. Part bar. All magic!’ And that’s exactly what this show is….with more than a touch of Japanese flair!
Tucked away at the […]

If you’ve ever wondered what a tea party hosted by the Mad Hatter would be like, then you need to check out The Alice – An Immersive Cocktail Experience. It’s a tea party you won’t forget!
Get ready for a highly entertaining journey to Wonderland, with adults only and family-friendly sessions to choose from. 
Review by Brooke […]

Pelican Productions Musical Theatre Camp – We’re All Made of Stars
Review by Jo Parkinson
When Pelican Productions named their latest show ‘We’re all made of stars’ they certainly chose well. There were some absolute superstars on display, with promising futures in musical theatre.
We were lucky enough to attend one of the seven performances held at Westminster College, and […]

Fox Creek Wines Summer Series.
Review by Jo Parkinson
What better way to spend your Summer than with a free outdoor cinema, live music, kids holiday workshops, food, and wine? Look no further than Fox Creek Wine’s Summer Series, it’s a whole lot of fun for the whole family!
Fox Creek Wines is situated on Malpas Rd, between […]

Adelaide Youth Theatre presents Frozen JR
Review by Jo Parkinson
Frozen JRs impressive display of young, local talent wowed audiences with a brilliant, high-quality production that deserves 5 stars!
Adelaide Youth Theatre recently staged the musical, Frozen JR, at Influencers Theatre in Paradise. Directed by Taylor Tran, the show was a condensed, one hour version based on the […]

Weber Bros Presents The Circus, Review
By Jo Parkinson
Weber Bros Circus’s amazing acts will entertain and excite kids and adults of all ages. Combining humour, glamour, and death-defying stunts, it’s a great show that has something for everyone.
It’s always fun when the circus comes to town! Right now, the southern area of Noarlunga is lucky enough […]

The Mousetrap at Her Majesty’s Theatre in Adelaide 
Review by Carla Caruso
This thrilling West End production is THE genre-defining murder-mystery from the bestselling novelist of all time … case closed!
Imagine if you’d written a story and it was still being performed onstage 70 years later. And continued to have people on the edge of their seats, […]

[ December 6, 2022 to September 30, 2023. ]
Seeing the Invisible – Augmented Reality Art at the Adelaide Botanic Garden
Review by Claire Davill
You won’t be concerned about screen time when the kids visit the Adelaide Botanic Garden – because there’s a whole hidden art exhibition waiting to be discovered via Augmented Reality (AR).
Seeing the Invisible is a FREE international exhibition and the Adelaide […]

[ November 9, 2022 to November 13, 2022. ]
SWAN LAKE – The United Ukrainian Ballet
Theatre Review
Last night was a truly inspiring performance of Swan Lake by The United Ukrainian Ballet. A classic tale of love, beauty, freedom, and symbolising good overcoming evil, these themes are so apt right now. Reimagined by Elena Glurjidze with the assistance of Sara Knight, the group was formed […]

The Spookhouse, Halloween Lock-in Event at The Beachouse, Glenelg
Review By Jo Parkinson
Skip the tricks and head straight for a treat at The Spookhouse!
The Beachouse has been transformed into a haunted house for Halloween!  We dressed up and checked out this special annual event in Glenelg. It’s well worth a visit if you want to add […]

Lucky Dumpling Market Review –  OzAsia Festival 2022
The Lucky Dumpling Market is back for 2022 with lots of family-friendly eats and drinks, and entertainment galore.  
Review by Claire Davill
In addition to a wide variety of dumplings, there’s also noodles, bao, salads, curries and desserts on offer, from all over Asia. You’ll have the chance to sample […]

Review of the Moon Lantern Trail – OzAsia Festival 2022
One of the most well-loved aspects of the OzAsia Festival, the Moon Lanterns, are back in trail form for 2022. This free, family-friendly event really is a must see!
Review by Claire Davill
Spanning the Torrens pedestrian bridge and Tarntanya Wama/Pinky Flat, the Moon Lantern Trail winds past large […]

 
Fairytale Trail with A Princess at Carrick Hill, Review
By Jo Parkinson
When you wish upon a star, your dreams really do come true…  just spend a day with Once Upon a Princess!
We were lucky enough to go and experience the pure magic at the latest event hosted by the wonderful team at Once Upon a Princess; […]

[ September 11, 2022 to September 24, 2022. ]
Take a trip back to 1999, and see Cruel Intentions: The 90s Musical (make sure to leave the kids at home!)
Strap yourself in, because you’re in for a hell of a ride with this deliciously saucy, exhilarating and fun flashback to the 90s. With killer tunes to boot!
by Brooke Hendry
Book in a babysitter as Cruel […]

Photo by Matt Byrne for Patch Theatre
Home – Patch Theatre & Restless Dance Theatre | Adelaide Review 
By Claire Davill
Patch Theatre in collaboration with Restless Dance Theatre, is back with an innovative show where kids are very much the participants in the story, together with huge, magical creatures. Collaborating with Restless Dance Theatre, kids will be […]