The official 2021 Adelaide Fringe Poster, embracing the vibrancy, colour and fun of the festival, has been unveiled today, kicking off the start of celebrations for the season.

Designed by Adelaide-based freelance digital illustrator Polina Tsymbal, the winning poster titled Frederique Fringe features Frederique on a penny-farthing, which the artist says encapsulates the joyfully bold spirit of the Adelaide Fringe.

“Adelaide Fringe is really the essence of having the freedom of who you want to be and how you want to do it and they encapsulate just that,” Polina said of her character, Frederique.

“I wanted to create an image that tells people where society encourages us to blend in, the Fringe urges you to let down your hair and be your remarkable, extraordinary self,” she said.

Polina wins $3,000 and free event registration to present her own exhibition as part of the Adelaide Fringe 2021.

In keeping with Adelaide Fringe’s open-access nature, there is a long history of the official poster being chosen from a design competition that anyone from around the world can enter.

Past entrants of the iconic poster competition include Driller Jet Armstrong, Sue Ninham, Michael Atchison, Pro Hart, Jonathon Oxlade, Jennifer Rimbault, Bronwyn Platten, Matthew Clarke and Dave Court.

Adelaide Fringe Director and CEO Heather Croall said the judging panel was overwhelmed by the incredible designs submitted by over 350 Australian and international artists.

“Polina’s design stood out to us because it reflects the bold, playfulness of the Fringe and encapsulates the celebration of creative expression, the Fringe offers artists, venues and the people of South Australia,” Ms. Croall said.

“Fringe is going to look a little different next year but we are excited to see the creativity and innovation from all of our artists and venues bringing an incredible 31 days for South Australians to enjoy. I can’t wait to see Frederique Fringe roll out across the city and thanks to Polina for such a colourful and striking poster.”

Polina’s artwork will be across Adelaide Fringe 2021 merchandise, which can be pre-ordered now via the Adelaide Fringe website.

Vouchers, membership and merchandise are available at adelaidefringe.com.au/shop

The Adelaide Fringe 2021 Poster Competition is proudly supported by Principal Partner, BankSA. Fringe is also proud to be partnering with Jarvis Subaru, which has provided the 2021 poster-branded car.

The 2021 Adelaide Fringe will run from 19 February until 21 March.

Adelaide SA, Australia

2021 ADELAIDE FRINGE POSTER DESIGN KICKS OFF WHEELY GOOD FESTIVAL FUN

21 Sept 2020

 

The official 2021 Adelaide Fringe Poster, embracing the vibrancy, colour and fun of the festival, has been unveiled today, kicking off the start of celebrations for the season.

Designed by Adelaide-based freelance digital illustrator Polina Tsymbal, the winning poster titled Frederique Fringe features Frederique on a penny-farthing, which the artist says encapsulates the joyfully bold spirit of the Adelaide Fringe.

“Adelaide Fringe is really the essence of having the freedom of who you want to be and how you want to do it and they encapsulate just that,” Polina said of her character, Frederique.

“I wanted to create an image that tells people where society encourages us to blend in, the Fringe urges you to let down your hair and be your remarkable, extraordinary self,” she said.

Polina wins $3,000 and free event registration to present her own exhibition as part of the Adelaide Fringe 2021.

In keeping with Adelaide Fringe’s open-access nature, there is a long history of the official poster being chosen from a design competition that anyone from around the world can enter.

Past entrants of the iconic poster competition include Driller Jet Armstrong, Sue Ninham, Michael Atchison, Pro Hart, Jonathon Oxlade, Jennifer Rimbault, Bronwyn Platten, Matthew Clarke and Dave Court.

Adelaide Fringe Director and CEO Heather Croall said the judging panel was overwhelmed by the incredible designs submitted by over 350 Australian and international artists.

“Polina’s design stood out to us because it reflects the bold, playfulness of the Fringe and encapsulates the celebration of creative expression, the Fringe offers artists, venues and the people of South Australia,” Ms. Croall said.

“Fringe is going to look a little different next year but we are excited to see the creativity and innovation from all of our artists and venues bringing an incredible 31 days for South Australians to enjoy. I can’t wait to see Frederique Fringe roll out across the city and thanks to Polina for such a colourful and striking poster.”

Polina’s artwork will be across Adelaide Fringe 2021 merchandise, which can be pre-ordered now via the Adelaide Fringe website.

Vouchers, membership and merchandise are available at adelaidefringe.com.au/shop

The Adelaide Fringe 2021 Poster Competition is proudly supported by Principal Partner, BankSA. Fringe is also proud to be partnering with Jarvis Subaru, which has provided the 2021 poster-branded car.

The 2021 Adelaide Fringe will run from 19 February until 21 March.

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Just under a year ago, (while successfully slipping under everyone's online radar's) I made the decision to wrap up my freelance PR hustle and accept a job offer. I started freelancing 1. because I was inspired by the industry and wanted to bring my creativity to clients that I could work closely with my way, and 2. because I was hesitant to work for another employer after leaving my previous role due to some pretty traumatising workplace bullying and sexual harassment.

Being new to the industry, you're always overworked, underpaid and highly limited to how you can activate your creative ideas that just make so much sense to you, but can seem like an unimportant part of the matrix for those who have done things the same way for too long. Working for myself seemed like the obvious move in my career to jump into the deep end and flex on what I had learned in my first role from my boss who was dedicated to teaching me the ropes of PR. The next I knew, I was working for some awesome, small SA businesses on national PR campaigns that I was absolutely loving, by myself, for myself. 

Then something crazy happened, businesses started reaching out to me with job offers to be a part of their team. Which set off a spark and a flurry of seek.com.au searches and eventually, me landing a role at a corporate business that I could only have wished for in my wildest dreams. Here are the six reasons why I decided to quit the freelance life and go cubical:

1. I Got Those Good Team Vibes 

The team understood and loved that I was entrepreneurial, young and hungry. When I interviewed at this company and met everyone, I felt that this was truly a team I would work well with and learn from. Coming from freelance PR, I was able to recognise that I thrive when I work with a manager that clearly defines their expectations of me and gives me a bit of pressure when I need it, while delegating work to other team members with the best strengths to tackle that task.

I've had a warped idea of what the 9-5 would be since The Hills made working at Teen Vogue look so good 

2. I Was Looking For A Credibility Boost

I've worked with some of the biggest brands in Australia. Advantage Pharmacy, Spendless Shoes, Balfours, Astor & Tyne, Follow The Seed, Tasting Australia; but there's a big difference working with these brands for a short campaign vs. being dedicated to the brand journey over a long period of time. In my current role, I'm able to step back from the last year with a huge portfolio of work (especially as I directly manage communications for the pacific arm of the company during the COVID-19 crisis), which has taught me so much more by being able to be on-side long-term.

3. The Ability To Turn Off From Work

You only make as much as you work when you freelance. The hustle is non-stop because the only expectation for success is set by yourself (and if you're like me, it's never enough). When you freelance, it's easy to fall into 'bad' working habits like responding to emails out of hours to keep clients happy or never fully switching off because there's ALWAYS something more you could be doing. I know this way of working works for some people, but I'm the kind of person who needs a defined line between personal space for mental recovery, and work time to focus and get shit done. 

BE REAL - this is all of us after five

4. I Wanted To Expand My Skills Within A Niche 

Coming straight out of University and into the glamourous life of Public Relations agency, the work was downright amazing. I know I'm skilled at crafting fun brand voices and creating unique campaigns for clients that aren't afraid to experiment, but I hadn't had a heap of experience with corporate voices and the extensive list of restrictions that comes with speaking publicly on the behalf of a multi-billion-dollar organisation with globally renowned brands. I wanted to challenge myself to be the best at communications across the board, not just at what I knew I was good at.

5. Consistent Pay 

As a freelancer, there were weeks where I made no money, and weeks when I felt I was killing it. The ups and downs of freelance work meant that I wasn’t saving at all, much less for retirement. The idea of earning a consistent paycheck when I was chasing some clients three or four months after their invoices were due, all while I was navigating out of a domestic violence living situation, was a major reason behind making the switch. 

Me, crying on the phone asking for people to please fucking pay me I have BILLS

6. I Don't Think It Would Have Lasted 

When I returned back to the 9-5, there were definitely challenges that I was ready to face head-on, but I don't regret making the switch from working for myself to corporate. In hindsight, I don't think my PR Agency would have been able to survive the impacts of COVID-19, with PR always being the first extra spend to be cut from the budget. Since starting with the company last year, I already secured a promotion to Communications Officer five months in and have upskilled in so many areas; including content creation, stakeholder management and project management. Here's to another year of corporate and learning even more about the complexities that come with working for a company with such an intricate organisational structure. 


Connect with me on LinkedIn here

SIX REASONS WHY I WRAPPED UP MY PR AGENCY AND TOOK THE JOB

10 Aug 2020



Just under a year ago, (while successfully slipping under everyone's online radar's) I made the decision to wrap up my freelance PR hustle and accept a job offer. I started freelancing 1. because I was inspired by the industry and wanted to bring my creativity to clients that I could work closely with my way, and 2. because I was hesitant to work for another employer after leaving my previous role due to some pretty traumatising workplace bullying and sexual harassment.

Being new to the industry, you're always overworked, underpaid and highly limited to how you can activate your creative ideas that just make so much sense to you, but can seem like an unimportant part of the matrix for those who have done things the same way for too long. Working for myself seemed like the obvious move in my career to jump into the deep end and flex on what I had learned in my first role from my boss who was dedicated to teaching me the ropes of PR. The next I knew, I was working for some awesome, small SA businesses on national PR campaigns that I was absolutely loving, by myself, for myself. 

Then something crazy happened, businesses started reaching out to me with job offers to be a part of their team. Which set off a spark and a flurry of seek.com.au searches and eventually, me landing a role at a corporate business that I could only have wished for in my wildest dreams. Here are the six reasons why I decided to quit the freelance life and go cubical:

1. I Got Those Good Team Vibes 

The team understood and loved that I was entrepreneurial, young and hungry. When I interviewed at this company and met everyone, I felt that this was truly a team I would work well with and learn from. Coming from freelance PR, I was able to recognise that I thrive when I work with a manager that clearly defines their expectations of me and gives me a bit of pressure when I need it, while delegating work to other team members with the best strengths to tackle that task.

I've had a warped idea of what the 9-5 would be since The Hills made working at Teen Vogue look so good 

2. I Was Looking For A Credibility Boost

I've worked with some of the biggest brands in Australia. Advantage Pharmacy, Spendless Shoes, Balfours, Astor & Tyne, Follow The Seed, Tasting Australia; but there's a big difference working with these brands for a short campaign vs. being dedicated to the brand journey over a long period of time. In my current role, I'm able to step back from the last year with a huge portfolio of work (especially as I directly manage communications for the pacific arm of the company during the COVID-19 crisis), which has taught me so much more by being able to be on-side long-term.

3. The Ability To Turn Off From Work

You only make as much as you work when you freelance. The hustle is non-stop because the only expectation for success is set by yourself (and if you're like me, it's never enough). When you freelance, it's easy to fall into 'bad' working habits like responding to emails out of hours to keep clients happy or never fully switching off because there's ALWAYS something more you could be doing. I know this way of working works for some people, but I'm the kind of person who needs a defined line between personal space for mental recovery, and work time to focus and get shit done. 

BE REAL - this is all of us after five

4. I Wanted To Expand My Skills Within A Niche 

Coming straight out of University and into the glamourous life of Public Relations agency, the work was downright amazing. I know I'm skilled at crafting fun brand voices and creating unique campaigns for clients that aren't afraid to experiment, but I hadn't had a heap of experience with corporate voices and the extensive list of restrictions that comes with speaking publicly on the behalf of a multi-billion-dollar organisation with globally renowned brands. I wanted to challenge myself to be the best at communications across the board, not just at what I knew I was good at.

5. Consistent Pay 

As a freelancer, there were weeks where I made no money, and weeks when I felt I was killing it. The ups and downs of freelance work meant that I wasn’t saving at all, much less for retirement. The idea of earning a consistent paycheck when I was chasing some clients three or four months after their invoices were due, all while I was navigating out of a domestic violence living situation, was a major reason behind making the switch. 

Me, crying on the phone asking for people to please fucking pay me I have BILLS

6. I Don't Think It Would Have Lasted 

When I returned back to the 9-5, there were definitely challenges that I was ready to face head-on, but I don't regret making the switch from working for myself to corporate. In hindsight, I don't think my PR Agency would have been able to survive the impacts of COVID-19, with PR always being the first extra spend to be cut from the budget. Since starting with the company last year, I already secured a promotion to Communications Officer five months in and have upskilled in so many areas; including content creation, stakeholder management and project management. Here's to another year of corporate and learning even more about the complexities that come with working for a company with such an intricate organisational structure. 


Connect with me on LinkedIn here

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I know.

I know I haven't really posted for a few weeks, and I apologise because that's very lazy, dull and adorable of me.

But! As far as excuses go, I reckon I might be the High Priestess of them: I scored a promotion, moved into my very own brand spanking new townhouse, and navigated all things COVID-19 (including the personal grief of losing my beloved pubs, balanced with the shake-up to my weekend sleep schedule with the +1'ing of a specific man into my bed each Friday night). 

And with the past few months being nothing like any of us have ever experienced before, I am very much looking forward to being BACK, and boring you with the details of this new life I lead (one of which I'm assuming will be a trail of posts debating whether I should get that choppy blunt lob......................... SHOULD I?!? I think I should. I don't know). 

If Margot Robbie can, why can't I?!

But for now, I'm very happy starting being back blogging (she types as she wipes the melted chocolate off her shift key), and to answer some questions I had thrown at me through my eloquent Instagram story the other day - you know the one, the one that seemed like ramblings of a flaky madwoman who's always promising that 'big things are coming soon' which you never actually end up seeing. Other than the fact, you are seeing them - RIGHT NOW! Your Q's, answered as A's.


What’s the best piece of career advice you’ve ever received?

As a preface, my first boss, Jenny from Rhetoric PR, is probably one of the coolest, smartest, most understanding women I've ever had the privilege of working for. Her mantra was 'It's not a person, it's a process', meaning that if someone fucks up (usually me), it's important to find the reason why that mistake was made and put a tangible process in place to ensure it doesn't happen again (or at least not as frequently; I can only promise I won't spell neccessary incorrectly so many times). To this day, if I see something not working the way it should, I usually take a step back to brief better/create a new process, or to ask a whole lotta silly questions to find out how I can fix what's going on instead of placing blame.

What’s your advice to others looking to start their own business – PR or otherwise?

I started my own PR Agency. It was fabulous. Every day was heels clacking on the marble floors of my office, reading up on Roxy Jacenko's PR tips before morning meetings and double-shot macchiato's for snaps around the office when we had client win after client win. Wait. No it abso-fucking-lutley was not. It was a lot of activewear and crying because clients weren't paying me after the 31-day payment terms had elapsed and many firmly worded emails had been sent. My advice, especially for young women trying to get into the game; is to not glamourise the really hard fucking work that goes into running your own gig. 

Pictured: Me; boss of my own PR Agency,
definitely not having a mental breakdown early 2019

How do you deal with hesitating or second-guessing yourself when you’re about to start a new project?

I've learned to take my time when considering taking something new on - whether it's business or creative. I usually spend months, sometimes years with an idea of what I want to achieve marinating in the back of my head, mulling it over with my inner circle to see if an idea has legs, and working out timings and planning before I actually launch. I used to follow my gut feeling on what I wanted, but you can easily stretch yourself thin with the wrong approach. 

How do you like to start your day?

Waking up to the sound of chirping birds, walking down to King William for a cappuccino and croissant, with my favourite book of the moment tucked neatly under my arm. I have not yet achieved this level of morning-personess. My actual mornings are more frantically throwing on the warmest jumper after I've snoozed my alarm one too many times, running out the door for the office as I check my phone and see I've forgotten about my 8.30am meeting that's happening in 15. 

What are you currently reading, listening to and watching?

Reading: Misery by Stephen King. I'm a huge King fan and it's actually way scarier than I thought it was going to be. Listening: to my Red Wine & Rain playlist (think jazz and lots of it; perfect for weekend wines) and the Hamish and Andy podcast. Watching: Rosemary & Thyme illegal uploads on YouTube and Ru Paul's Drag Race All Stars every Saturday afternoon, hungover in bed. 


I will strive to imperfectly continue, with hopefully less time between my posts throughout the rest of 2020. We are past the winter solstice, so things are quite literally getting shinier each day and I'm holding onto that shred of hope like my heel tips after a night of dancing on sticky club floors in what I hope will be in less than a month. A girl can dream!
Adelaide SA, Australia

I'M BACK AND IMPERFECTLY PERFECT: LIFE ADVICE FOR REAL-LIFE

24 Jun 2020


I know.

I know I haven't really posted for a few weeks, and I apologise because that's very lazy, dull and adorable of me.

But! As far as excuses go, I reckon I might be the High Priestess of them: I scored a promotion, moved into my very own brand spanking new townhouse, and navigated all things COVID-19 (including the personal grief of losing my beloved pubs, balanced with the shake-up to my weekend sleep schedule with the +1'ing of a specific man into my bed each Friday night). 

And with the past few months being nothing like any of us have ever experienced before, I am very much looking forward to being BACK, and boring you with the details of this new life I lead (one of which I'm assuming will be a trail of posts debating whether I should get that choppy blunt lob......................... SHOULD I?!? I think I should. I don't know). 

If Margot Robbie can, why can't I?!

But for now, I'm very happy starting being back blogging (she types as she wipes the melted chocolate off her shift key), and to answer some questions I had thrown at me through my eloquent Instagram story the other day - you know the one, the one that seemed like ramblings of a flaky madwoman who's always promising that 'big things are coming soon' which you never actually end up seeing. Other than the fact, you are seeing them - RIGHT NOW! Your Q's, answered as A's.


What’s the best piece of career advice you’ve ever received?

As a preface, my first boss, Jenny from Rhetoric PR, is probably one of the coolest, smartest, most understanding women I've ever had the privilege of working for. Her mantra was 'It's not a person, it's a process', meaning that if someone fucks up (usually me), it's important to find the reason why that mistake was made and put a tangible process in place to ensure it doesn't happen again (or at least not as frequently; I can only promise I won't spell neccessary incorrectly so many times). To this day, if I see something not working the way it should, I usually take a step back to brief better/create a new process, or to ask a whole lotta silly questions to find out how I can fix what's going on instead of placing blame.

What’s your advice to others looking to start their own business – PR or otherwise?

I started my own PR Agency. It was fabulous. Every day was heels clacking on the marble floors of my office, reading up on Roxy Jacenko's PR tips before morning meetings and double-shot macchiato's for snaps around the office when we had client win after client win. Wait. No it abso-fucking-lutley was not. It was a lot of activewear and crying because clients weren't paying me after the 31-day payment terms had elapsed and many firmly worded emails had been sent. My advice, especially for young women trying to get into the game; is to not glamourise the really hard fucking work that goes into running your own gig. 

Pictured: Me; boss of my own PR Agency,
definitely not having a mental breakdown early 2019

How do you deal with hesitating or second-guessing yourself when you’re about to start a new project?

I've learned to take my time when considering taking something new on - whether it's business or creative. I usually spend months, sometimes years with an idea of what I want to achieve marinating in the back of my head, mulling it over with my inner circle to see if an idea has legs, and working out timings and planning before I actually launch. I used to follow my gut feeling on what I wanted, but you can easily stretch yourself thin with the wrong approach. 

How do you like to start your day?

Waking up to the sound of chirping birds, walking down to King William for a cappuccino and croissant, with my favourite book of the moment tucked neatly under my arm. I have not yet achieved this level of morning-personess. My actual mornings are more frantically throwing on the warmest jumper after I've snoozed my alarm one too many times, running out the door for the office as I check my phone and see I've forgotten about my 8.30am meeting that's happening in 15. 

What are you currently reading, listening to and watching?

Reading: Misery by Stephen King. I'm a huge King fan and it's actually way scarier than I thought it was going to be. Listening: to my Red Wine & Rain playlist (think jazz and lots of it; perfect for weekend wines) and the Hamish and Andy podcast. Watching: Rosemary & Thyme illegal uploads on YouTube and Ru Paul's Drag Race All Stars every Saturday afternoon, hungover in bed. 


I will strive to imperfectly continue, with hopefully less time between my posts throughout the rest of 2020. We are past the winter solstice, so things are quite literally getting shinier each day and I'm holding onto that shred of hope like my heel tips after a night of dancing on sticky club floors in what I hope will be in less than a month. A girl can dream!
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Nationally acclaimed singing group Gospo Collective is bringing stripped back and intimate hits from their award-winning Adelaide Fringe show, Jackson Vs Jackson to living rooms across Australia this Thursday as part of their brand-new Facebook Live series, 'Come To Our House: Live Lounge Sessions'.

Led by vocal powerhouse, Charmaine Jones, the fortnightly Facebook Live series features key members of the Gospo Collective as they sing their favourite songs from over the years. 

The series will also feature special guests including Melbourne’s Dolly Diamond (who Gospo Collective performed with at the 2019 Adelaide Cabaret Festival) and many more.


The brand-new series, which was trialed with audiences earlier this month, is set to showcase fan-favorites from Jackson Vs Jackson (2018/2019 Adelaide Fringe), Gospolation (2017 Adelaide Fringe), Superstar ‘The Carpenters Story’, The Gospel According to Earth, Wind and Fire and Come To My House ‘A Tribute to Prince and his Friends’.

Jones said audiences will enjoy the intimacy of the new series, providing fans with a behind the scenes look at how the group comes together to perform in a raw setting.

“For the first time, our audiences will be able to access their favourite performances by Gospo Collective in an uncut, intimate way that large venues don’t allow. People will get to see how we come together as performers to come up with concepts, arrange harmonies and rehearse together – something our audiences haven’t seen before.”

Jones said that although live performances are at a standstill due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it doesn’t have to be the end of performing for artists and creators alike.


“Platforms like social media allow us to continue to connect with our audience while adhering to current social distancing rules. We wanted to give fellow artists hope and encouragement through our Facebook Live series that the arts scene doesn’t have to die off, we just have to think differently about the way we perform ‘live’”

Audiences can expect to hear stripped back, intimate versions of their favourite songs from some of Gospo Collective’s most popular performances over the years.

“People will hear our shows in a new way – without the drums, the bass and the this and the that – just with keyboards. Audiences loved the moment in Jukebox Chorus: The Ultimate Australian Playlist when we performed around the piano, allowing them to really hear the incredible voices of Gospo Collective."

“In Come To Our House: Live Lounge Sessions, you can hear the way our voices come together like a vocal orchestra but you also get to see the energy and the way we interact and respond to each other – as well as the love and respect we have for each other within the group.” Jones said.

This must-see free intimate musical experience suitable for all ages will be available via Facebook Live every fortnight from Thursday 18 June and has been made possible with the support of local South Australian businesses: Venue Productions, Version Design, Adelaide Sound Hire and 5 Quarter Designs and Printing.
Adelaide SA, Australia

LIVE from your Living Room: GOSPO COLLECTIVE!

17 Jun 2020


Nationally acclaimed singing group Gospo Collective is bringing stripped back and intimate hits from their award-winning Adelaide Fringe show, Jackson Vs Jackson to living rooms across Australia this Thursday as part of their brand-new Facebook Live series, 'Come To Our House: Live Lounge Sessions'.

Led by vocal powerhouse, Charmaine Jones, the fortnightly Facebook Live series features key members of the Gospo Collective as they sing their favourite songs from over the years. 

The series will also feature special guests including Melbourne’s Dolly Diamond (who Gospo Collective performed with at the 2019 Adelaide Cabaret Festival) and many more.


The brand-new series, which was trialed with audiences earlier this month, is set to showcase fan-favorites from Jackson Vs Jackson (2018/2019 Adelaide Fringe), Gospolation (2017 Adelaide Fringe), Superstar ‘The Carpenters Story’, The Gospel According to Earth, Wind and Fire and Come To My House ‘A Tribute to Prince and his Friends’.

Jones said audiences will enjoy the intimacy of the new series, providing fans with a behind the scenes look at how the group comes together to perform in a raw setting.

“For the first time, our audiences will be able to access their favourite performances by Gospo Collective in an uncut, intimate way that large venues don’t allow. People will get to see how we come together as performers to come up with concepts, arrange harmonies and rehearse together – something our audiences haven’t seen before.”

Jones said that although live performances are at a standstill due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it doesn’t have to be the end of performing for artists and creators alike.


“Platforms like social media allow us to continue to connect with our audience while adhering to current social distancing rules. We wanted to give fellow artists hope and encouragement through our Facebook Live series that the arts scene doesn’t have to die off, we just have to think differently about the way we perform ‘live’”

Audiences can expect to hear stripped back, intimate versions of their favourite songs from some of Gospo Collective’s most popular performances over the years.

“People will hear our shows in a new way – without the drums, the bass and the this and the that – just with keyboards. Audiences loved the moment in Jukebox Chorus: The Ultimate Australian Playlist when we performed around the piano, allowing them to really hear the incredible voices of Gospo Collective."

“In Come To Our House: Live Lounge Sessions, you can hear the way our voices come together like a vocal orchestra but you also get to see the energy and the way we interact and respond to each other – as well as the love and respect we have for each other within the group.” Jones said.

This must-see free intimate musical experience suitable for all ages will be available via Facebook Live every fortnight from Thursday 18 June and has been made possible with the support of local South Australian businesses: Venue Productions, Version Design, Adelaide Sound Hire and 5 Quarter Designs and Printing.
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I love Gin. Remember a few years ago when Gin totally wasn't a thing and the only Gin we bought was Bombay Sapphire to add to our lethal cocktail punch bowls? Those were the days. Since then I have learnt a few things; like not to think the lead singer of a band is hot when I don't have my glasses on at a gig, like to not plan a single thing past the month of March 2020, and that gin absolutely slaps (especially when it's part of a local collab).

This past weekend, it was World Gin Day, except the thing about that is that you CAN actually drink on any day of the year. As long as it's responsibly and actually good. That's why two local Adelaide businesses, 48 Flavours and Adelaide Gin, have joined forces to create a delicious gin and Yuzo cocktail recipe for people to create and enjoy in the comfort of their own home, every day of the year!

The gin and Yozu cocktail recipe is made with 48 Flavours' refreshing Korean lime Yozu flavoured ice cream, paired with Adeliade Gin's Classic dry gin with juniper dry characteristics overplayed with floral notes of lavender rose and coriander. 

The recipe is as follows:


(Serves 3) 3 scoops of 48 Flavours Yuzo Sorbet 3 shots of Adelaide Gin's Classic dry gin 1.5 cup of Chios Gardens Natural Pink Lemonade 1 orange (juiced) 2 tablespoons honey (Blend and serve) Garnish with orange rind and lavender.



Adelaide Gin's Classic dry gin

Distilled in South Australia by Australian Distilling Co. 

700ml, approximately 22 standard drinks

RRP $75 per bottle

Available online at adelaidegin.com.au

@adelaidegin_ on Instagram

 

48 Flavours Yuzo icecream

Available to buy at:

Paralowie Village Shopping Centre (Shop11a 3 Liberator Drive, Paralowie SA 5108)

Magill Rd (295 Magill Road, Trinity Gardens SA 5068)

Gouger St (Currently closed)

@48flavoursoffial on Instagram

@48flavours on Facebook

For more information and store opening hours head to www.48flavours.com.au

Adelaide SA, Australia

48 Flavours and Adelaide Gin Collab for a LIFE-CHANGING local-inspired Cocktail!

15 Jun 2020


I love Gin. Remember a few years ago when Gin totally wasn't a thing and the only Gin we bought was Bombay Sapphire to add to our lethal cocktail punch bowls? Those were the days. Since then I have learnt a few things; like not to think the lead singer of a band is hot when I don't have my glasses on at a gig, like to not plan a single thing past the month of March 2020, and that gin absolutely slaps (especially when it's part of a local collab).

This past weekend, it was World Gin Day, except the thing about that is that you CAN actually drink on any day of the year. As long as it's responsibly and actually good. That's why two local Adelaide businesses, 48 Flavours and Adelaide Gin, have joined forces to create a delicious gin and Yuzo cocktail recipe for people to create and enjoy in the comfort of their own home, every day of the year!

The gin and Yozu cocktail recipe is made with 48 Flavours' refreshing Korean lime Yozu flavoured ice cream, paired with Adeliade Gin's Classic dry gin with juniper dry characteristics overplayed with floral notes of lavender rose and coriander. 

The recipe is as follows:


(Serves 3) 3 scoops of 48 Flavours Yuzo Sorbet 3 shots of Adelaide Gin's Classic dry gin 1.5 cup of Chios Gardens Natural Pink Lemonade 1 orange (juiced) 2 tablespoons honey (Blend and serve) Garnish with orange rind and lavender.



Adelaide Gin's Classic dry gin

Distilled in South Australia by Australian Distilling Co. 

700ml, approximately 22 standard drinks

RRP $75 per bottle

Available online at adelaidegin.com.au

@adelaidegin_ on Instagram

 

48 Flavours Yuzo icecream

Available to buy at:

Paralowie Village Shopping Centre (Shop11a 3 Liberator Drive, Paralowie SA 5108)

Magill Rd (295 Magill Road, Trinity Gardens SA 5068)

Gouger St (Currently closed)

@48flavoursoffial on Instagram

@48flavours on Facebook

For more information and store opening hours head to www.48flavours.com.au

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If you know me, you know that I started this blog because I love good SA business. And although this specific business might be a little bit different than what I normally cover, SA Mushrooms fits the bill when it comes to passionate people doing great work and creating once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for the economy of our state. 



SA Mushrooms has grown to become the largest privately owned mushroom farm in South Australia. From small beginnings as a family-run farm; the business today has grown into a primary supplier of mushrooms to major supermarkets, independent greengrocers and produce markets nationwide.


With the initial fantastic invitation from SA Mushroom which invited us to the Farm Tour & Long Lunch, I knew we were going to be in for an absolute treat for this boujee day within the mushrooms.


On a beautifully sunny Saturday afternoon, a handful of Adelaide food bloggers and influentials headed to the SA Mushrooms Farm (located in Waterloo Corner, SA) for a long lunch like no other! 


Being greeted with BBQ Mushrooms on ciabatta on arrival, we tasted Virgara Wines and chatted to like-minded mushroom loves before being addressed by the business owners and taken on a completely unique VIP tour of the farming facility.

Did you know that mushrooms grow at a rate of 1mm per hour? PER HOUR! These mushrooms grow FAST! And can turn through a significant amount of product before the workday even ends; which is super good news for those mushrooms lovers you just can't get enough. When they say farm to table, they really mean a mushroom that was picked that day could end up on your plate for dinner.

I also learned that every single mushroom is handpicked and only touched one time between starting its little mushroom journey and ending up in front of your face at your grocery of choice - besides that one mushroom I touched because the tease was too much. (I know what you're thinking, this is actually really interesting stuff to learn about mushrooms?! Don't worry, I was shook too sis).

Look how pretty these mushrooms are! Good enough to eat.
After our tour of the climate-controlled facility, the wafting smells of the kitchen were too much to ignore and we sat down alongside old friends and new faces to enjoy a perfectly curated menu by Chef Judyta, which featured (at this stage, you know what's coming next don't you) mushrooms.

We had mushrooms here, mushrooms there, mushrooms in pasta and mushrooms pureed. It was a whole lotta mushrooms, and a hell of a lot of good food in general. For starters we had mushroom antipasti; that included olives, pickled vegetables, cherry tomatoes, a selection of cured meats, cheeses, cream cheese, and a mushroom-infused dip along. We had a pasta Rotolo stuffed with ricotta cheese, spinach and (a heap of) mushrooms. There was tender quail meat served alongside olives, peas, and peppers, as well as thickly cut slabs of tender Italian roast lamb, served with olives, shallots, garlic, peas and (yes, more) mushrooms. Lastly, we had Fig Crostata alongside some homemade biscotti and some very, very, well-needed COFFEE.


So, this absolutely was the most amount of mushrooms I've eaten in one sitting. And you know what? It works; with so many ways to prepare and cook your mushrooms, each course had distinctly different tastes, flavours, and textures depending on how the chef approached each dish.



To keep the mushroom love going, we were sent home with some finely sliced SA Mushroom's and their Rosetta's Gourmet Kitchen Mushroom Creme Sauce - for us to try our hand at cooking with their fresh produce ourselves. 

A big thank you to SA Mushrooms and their staff (specifically Jessica Gerardis!) for inviting The Iconic Blonde along to one of the best events we've ever had the pleasure of experiencing! Thank you!!
Check them out on their website, Instagram and Facebook.

Check out their recipes here.


Adelaide SA, Australia

SA MUSHROOMS FARM TOUR & LONG LUNCH

3 Mar 2020
If you know me, you know that I started this blog because I love good SA business. And although this specific business might be a little bit different than what I normally cover, SA Mushrooms fits the bill when it comes to passionate people doing great work and creating once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for the economy of our state. 



SA Mushrooms has grown to become the largest privately owned mushroom farm in South Australia. From small beginnings as a family-run farm; the business today has grown into a primary supplier of mushrooms to major supermarkets, independent greengrocers and produce markets nationwide.


With the initial fantastic invitation from SA Mushroom which invited us to the Farm Tour & Long Lunch, I knew we were going to be in for an absolute treat for this boujee day within the mushrooms.


On a beautifully sunny Saturday afternoon, a handful of Adelaide food bloggers and influentials headed to the SA Mushrooms Farm (located in Waterloo Corner, SA) for a long lunch like no other! 


Being greeted with BBQ Mushrooms on ciabatta on arrival, we tasted Virgara Wines and chatted to like-minded mushroom loves before being addressed by the business owners and taken on a completely unique VIP tour of the farming facility.

Did you know that mushrooms grow at a rate of 1mm per hour? PER HOUR! These mushrooms grow FAST! And can turn through a significant amount of product before the workday even ends; which is super good news for those mushrooms lovers you just can't get enough. When they say farm to table, they really mean a mushroom that was picked that day could end up on your plate for dinner.

I also learned that every single mushroom is handpicked and only touched one time between starting its little mushroom journey and ending up in front of your face at your grocery of choice - besides that one mushroom I touched because the tease was too much. (I know what you're thinking, this is actually really interesting stuff to learn about mushrooms?! Don't worry, I was shook too sis).

Look how pretty these mushrooms are! Good enough to eat.
After our tour of the climate-controlled facility, the wafting smells of the kitchen were too much to ignore and we sat down alongside old friends and new faces to enjoy a perfectly curated menu by Chef Judyta, which featured (at this stage, you know what's coming next don't you) mushrooms.

We had mushrooms here, mushrooms there, mushrooms in pasta and mushrooms pureed. It was a whole lotta mushrooms, and a hell of a lot of good food in general. For starters we had mushroom antipasti; that included olives, pickled vegetables, cherry tomatoes, a selection of cured meats, cheeses, cream cheese, and a mushroom-infused dip along. We had a pasta Rotolo stuffed with ricotta cheese, spinach and (a heap of) mushrooms. There was tender quail meat served alongside olives, peas, and peppers, as well as thickly cut slabs of tender Italian roast lamb, served with olives, shallots, garlic, peas and (yes, more) mushrooms. Lastly, we had Fig Crostata alongside some homemade biscotti and some very, very, well-needed COFFEE.


So, this absolutely was the most amount of mushrooms I've eaten in one sitting. And you know what? It works; with so many ways to prepare and cook your mushrooms, each course had distinctly different tastes, flavours, and textures depending on how the chef approached each dish.



To keep the mushroom love going, we were sent home with some finely sliced SA Mushroom's and their Rosetta's Gourmet Kitchen Mushroom Creme Sauce - for us to try our hand at cooking with their fresh produce ourselves. 

A big thank you to SA Mushrooms and their staff (specifically Jessica Gerardis!) for inviting The Iconic Blonde along to one of the best events we've ever had the pleasure of experiencing! Thank you!!
Check them out on their website, Instagram and Facebook.

Check out their recipes here.


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Introducing brand new podcast, ‘U Go Girl’, hosted by Jade and Stephanie Platten the creators of the body-positive activewear line, U Nexus Movement. A podcast dedicated to sharing inspiring stories by influential women to combat negative self-talk as well as tips on how to overcome mental blocks, this podcast is that motivational kick every girl needs. 

The first 10 part interview series includes stories, tips, and conversations from familiar names such as Australian artist and designer, Tiff Manuell, Nova Jane, founder of Fitcover and Sami Rose from Sami Rose Fitness. 

Available on the Apple Podcast app and Spotify, ‘U Go Girl’ is easy to access so that you can listen on your drive, on a run or get you through the housework. It's the perfect motivational boost in your ears helping you to combat life. 

Steph Platten explains that starting a podcast has been something that both sisters have wanted to create for a while. Steph says, “being big podcast fans ourselves, Jade and I became frustrated when some of our favourite podcast interviews spoke about important issues but only scraped the surface. 

We wanted to know more from these women we aspire to, which is why we thought that we should create our own.” Jade says.

“We are so passionate about supporting women and making them feel empowered in their own bodies and minds which is what inspired ‘U Go Girl’ to come about.” 

“We hope to help women do amazing things and not let those ‘I’m not good enough moments’ ruin their day,” Jade says. Listen to a brand new episode of ‘U Go Girl’ every Monday and join the U Nexus Movement community today. 

Check them out on Apple Podcasts or Spotify today.
Adelaide SA, Australia

‘U Go Girl’ is set to inspire your next step!

27 Feb 2020
Introducing brand new podcast, ‘U Go Girl’, hosted by Jade and Stephanie Platten the creators of the body-positive activewear line, U Nexus Movement. A podcast dedicated to sharing inspiring stories by influential women to combat negative self-talk as well as tips on how to overcome mental blocks, this podcast is that motivational kick every girl needs. 

The first 10 part interview series includes stories, tips, and conversations from familiar names such as Australian artist and designer, Tiff Manuell, Nova Jane, founder of Fitcover and Sami Rose from Sami Rose Fitness. 

Available on the Apple Podcast app and Spotify, ‘U Go Girl’ is easy to access so that you can listen on your drive, on a run or get you through the housework. It's the perfect motivational boost in your ears helping you to combat life. 

Steph Platten explains that starting a podcast has been something that both sisters have wanted to create for a while. Steph says, “being big podcast fans ourselves, Jade and I became frustrated when some of our favourite podcast interviews spoke about important issues but only scraped the surface. 

We wanted to know more from these women we aspire to, which is why we thought that we should create our own.” Jade says.

“We are so passionate about supporting women and making them feel empowered in their own bodies and minds which is what inspired ‘U Go Girl’ to come about.” 

“We hope to help women do amazing things and not let those ‘I’m not good enough moments’ ruin their day,” Jade says. Listen to a brand new episode of ‘U Go Girl’ every Monday and join the U Nexus Movement community today. 

Check them out on Apple Podcasts or Spotify today.
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Written By Tayla Giles

What do you get when you combine cheeky cabaret, aerial acrobatics and the seductive art of burlesque? The sexy spectacular that is Blanc de Blanc Encore, of course!

After a string of sell-out shows at the Sydney Opera House, the team behind the original Blanc de Blanc showstopper that wowed Fringe-goers in both 2017 and 2018 have returned to the Garden of Unearthly Delights with a revamped, reinvigorated and just as raunchy ‘Encore’!

Leave your inhibitions at the door, fill your glass with plenty of bubbles and prepare to be transported to the Gatsby-esque roaring twenties with a night of sensuality, debauchery, and delicious decadence.

Hosts Remi Martin Lenx and Felix Pouliot charm audiences with their wits and *other* bits in a series of outrageous antics ranging from Felix’s quite literally ballsy opening act to Remi’s jaw-dropping instrumental act that will leave audiences well and truly dick-notised.

Prepare to be completely immersed in not only the seductive atmosphere but also the show itself, as members of the troupe, roam in amongst the crowd and will pop up in an aisle near you when you least expect it. From an all-out feather-filled pillow fight that sends cushions flying here, there and everywhere, to lap dances that defy the laws of flexibility, audience participation is a given - yet comes with a tantalising thrill rather than a feeling of despicable dread.

A cast of drop-dead gorgeous bombshells both male and female alike grace the stage to deliver sensual song covers, ravishing dance numbers and even high flying aerial acrobatics – all whilst dressed head to toe in sequins, ruffles and diamanté-studded lingerie sets that are absolutely to die for.

Amongst the sequin-studded cast hailing from Paris to Paraguay and everywhere in between lies a local face by the name of Melanie Hawkins, an Adelaide born and bred songstress who serenades audiences with her sultry notes and exotic moves.

Between the glitz, glamour, and sexuality that is sure to leave you enamoured, there lies an insane amount of sheer might and vigour behind each gravity-defying aerial act, each high leg kick amid a burlesque dance number, and each contortionist backbend. Blanc de Blanc Encore is more than just a “sex sells” sellout – it’s a showcase of sheer strength and skill that is sexy in so many ways than simply just physical.

The perfect ungodly addition to the Garden ofUnearthly Delights, Blanc de Blanc Encore perfectly encapsulates everything that the Adelaide Fringe is about: fun, frivolity, and fantasy. Be sure to snap up your tickets before Blanc de Blanc sells out, you won’t want to miss out on the mischief and mayhem of this best-kept Fringe show secret.


5 out of 5 stars!

Check them out on:
Facebook
Instagram

Thank you to Cassie Young from Be Young PR for the invitation!

REVIEW: BLANC DE BLAC ENCORE

24 Feb 2020



Written By Tayla Giles

What do you get when you combine cheeky cabaret, aerial acrobatics and the seductive art of burlesque? The sexy spectacular that is Blanc de Blanc Encore, of course!

After a string of sell-out shows at the Sydney Opera House, the team behind the original Blanc de Blanc showstopper that wowed Fringe-goers in both 2017 and 2018 have returned to the Garden of Unearthly Delights with a revamped, reinvigorated and just as raunchy ‘Encore’!

Leave your inhibitions at the door, fill your glass with plenty of bubbles and prepare to be transported to the Gatsby-esque roaring twenties with a night of sensuality, debauchery, and delicious decadence.

Hosts Remi Martin Lenx and Felix Pouliot charm audiences with their wits and *other* bits in a series of outrageous antics ranging from Felix’s quite literally ballsy opening act to Remi’s jaw-dropping instrumental act that will leave audiences well and truly dick-notised.

Prepare to be completely immersed in not only the seductive atmosphere but also the show itself, as members of the troupe, roam in amongst the crowd and will pop up in an aisle near you when you least expect it. From an all-out feather-filled pillow fight that sends cushions flying here, there and everywhere, to lap dances that defy the laws of flexibility, audience participation is a given - yet comes with a tantalising thrill rather than a feeling of despicable dread.

A cast of drop-dead gorgeous bombshells both male and female alike grace the stage to deliver sensual song covers, ravishing dance numbers and even high flying aerial acrobatics – all whilst dressed head to toe in sequins, ruffles and diamanté-studded lingerie sets that are absolutely to die for.

Amongst the sequin-studded cast hailing from Paris to Paraguay and everywhere in between lies a local face by the name of Melanie Hawkins, an Adelaide born and bred songstress who serenades audiences with her sultry notes and exotic moves.

Between the glitz, glamour, and sexuality that is sure to leave you enamoured, there lies an insane amount of sheer might and vigour behind each gravity-defying aerial act, each high leg kick amid a burlesque dance number, and each contortionist backbend. Blanc de Blanc Encore is more than just a “sex sells” sellout – it’s a showcase of sheer strength and skill that is sexy in so many ways than simply just physical.

The perfect ungodly addition to the Garden ofUnearthly Delights, Blanc de Blanc Encore perfectly encapsulates everything that the Adelaide Fringe is about: fun, frivolity, and fantasy. Be sure to snap up your tickets before Blanc de Blanc sells out, you won’t want to miss out on the mischief and mayhem of this best-kept Fringe show secret.


5 out of 5 stars!

Check them out on:
Facebook
Instagram

Thank you to Cassie Young from Be Young PR for the invitation!
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Nationally acclaimed singing group Gospo Collective is back at the Adelaide Fringe with its brand-new show, Jukebox Chorus – The Ultimate Australian Playlist.

This must-see Aussie musical feast is from the performers that brought you Jackson Vs Jackson (18/19) - the award-winning hit Fringe show, that had sell-out seasons and audiences clapping for more!

Headlining at The Cornucopia in Gluttony, expect to hear some of the best Australian hits of our generation. From Kylie to Jimmy Barnes, there will be breathtaking mashups and phenomenal signature sounds synonymous with renowned Australian choral queen, Charmaine Jones. Jones said that this one-hour concert spectacular will celebrate Australia’s most iconic music legends and be filled with some of the most well-loved songs. Olivia Newton-John, Guy Sebastian, INXS, Tina Arena, John Farnham, Daryl Braithwaite, Yothu Yindi and The Little River Band; are just some of the greats who will be featured. 


“These are my top picks – my absolute favourite tunes that resonate for me as quintessentially. And with the help of more than 100 uber-talented singers and performers, we can’t wait to share this incredible new show with our fans,” she said.

Led by the Gospo Collective, they will be joined by Adelaide’s largest backing choir and the adorable Jones Juniors. 

The show will also feature surprise cameo performances throughout the season from well-known greats like Maggie Beer and Chong Lim to name a few. Expect an action-packed show, with lush harmonies and arrangements matched with show-stopping choreography and production value that will keep you dancing all night long.

“At Gospo Collective, we want our music to make you “feel” – and I can guarantee that everyone will leave the show happy with a spring in their step,” said Jones. 

This iconic Australian concert is set to be the number one smash-hit of the 2020 Fringe season. This tribute to Australian music will delight audiences of all ages and is one you don’t want to miss! 


Thanks to Little Lion PR for the invitation to see this amazing show.

We also talk about Gospo Collective in our FRINGE BENEFITS Podcast!

Check out the mentions in Episode 1 and Episode 2
Adelaide SA, Australia

Jukebox Chorus - The Ultimate Australian Playlist

21 Feb 2020



Nationally acclaimed singing group Gospo Collective is back at the Adelaide Fringe with its brand-new show, Jukebox Chorus – The Ultimate Australian Playlist.

This must-see Aussie musical feast is from the performers that brought you Jackson Vs Jackson (18/19) - the award-winning hit Fringe show, that had sell-out seasons and audiences clapping for more!

Headlining at The Cornucopia in Gluttony, expect to hear some of the best Australian hits of our generation. From Kylie to Jimmy Barnes, there will be breathtaking mashups and phenomenal signature sounds synonymous with renowned Australian choral queen, Charmaine Jones. Jones said that this one-hour concert spectacular will celebrate Australia’s most iconic music legends and be filled with some of the most well-loved songs. Olivia Newton-John, Guy Sebastian, INXS, Tina Arena, John Farnham, Daryl Braithwaite, Yothu Yindi and The Little River Band; are just some of the greats who will be featured. 


“These are my top picks – my absolute favourite tunes that resonate for me as quintessentially. And with the help of more than 100 uber-talented singers and performers, we can’t wait to share this incredible new show with our fans,” she said.

Led by the Gospo Collective, they will be joined by Adelaide’s largest backing choir and the adorable Jones Juniors. 

The show will also feature surprise cameo performances throughout the season from well-known greats like Maggie Beer and Chong Lim to name a few. Expect an action-packed show, with lush harmonies and arrangements matched with show-stopping choreography and production value that will keep you dancing all night long.

“At Gospo Collective, we want our music to make you “feel” – and I can guarantee that everyone will leave the show happy with a spring in their step,” said Jones. 

This iconic Australian concert is set to be the number one smash-hit of the 2020 Fringe season. This tribute to Australian music will delight audiences of all ages and is one you don’t want to miss! 


Thanks to Little Lion PR for the invitation to see this amazing show.

We also talk about Gospo Collective in our FRINGE BENEFITS Podcast!

Check out the mentions in Episode 1 and Episode 2
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year – no, we’re not talking about Christmas, but rather the annual month-long festival that puts the rad in Radelaide each February-March. That’s right, it’s Fringe festival season!

To kick off the start of Fringe season with a bang, The Iconic Blonde was invited to attend the Gala Launch Night Spectacular at Gluttony, the friendly neighbour of The Garden of Unearthly Delights. 

Hosted by NOVA919’s brekkie boys Ben and Liam and MC’d by the ever so effervescent Idris Stanton from ‘Wham Glam Circus Man!’, guests were tantalised with a sneak peek of just some of the 168 shows Gluttony is hosting this Fringe season.

Hailing all the way from South America, he acrobatically-talented troupe known as Circolombia left audiences on the edge of their seats with a glimpse into their latest show ‘Acelere’ which will be premiering at The Peacock from February 16 – March 14.

Cabaret queen Amity Dry belted out a handful of timeless power-pop ballads from throughout the decades, more of which can be heard in her latest musical spectacular ‘Highway Superstar’ held at Empire Theatre from 16 February – 1 March.

Roll up, roll up: the infamous adults-only circus is back in town! Dazzling audiences with a teaser of their strip-tease trapeze act, the UK-based circus troupe are returning with their sexy, seductive and certainly surprising five-star show Rouge at the Magic Mirrors Spiegeltent from February 16 – March 15.

Between the act taste-testers, three special guests made a surprise appearance in an impromptu Q-and-A with MC Idris Stanton. After winning over the hearts of Australians everywhere in the latest season of The Bachelor, heart-throb astrophysicist Dr. Matt Agnew sent audiences into a swoon with some shameless self-promo of his talk ‘Guide to Life Beyond Earth’ being held at The Parlour from February 14 – 23.

The woman, the myth, the legend herself Miss Marcia Hines graced audiences with her incredible stage presence that she is bringing to the disco inferno spectacular Velvet Rewired, which will be bringing the house down at the Magic Mirrors Spiegeltent from February 16 – March 15. 

From household TV screens everywhere to Adelaide's very own Fringe, locally born and bred Radelaidian Hugh Sheridan made the trek back home to advertise not one, but two Fringe shows where he’ll be showcasing his talents as a triple-threat. Catch him in the return of ‘California Crooners Club’ at the Masonic Lodge on February 16, or in his latest solo show ‘Unplugged’ at The Cornucopia from February 28 – March 14.

With vocal powerhouse Charmaine Jones at the helm, Adelaide’s very own Gospo Collective sent a shiver down our spines with a glimpse into their latest and greatest choral masterpiece ‘Jukebox Chorus: The Ultimate Australian Playlist’ that will be rocking The Cornucopia from February 18 – March 15. 

The masterminds behind previous Fringe best-seller ‘360 ALLSTARS’ delivered a breath-taking and gravity-defying premiere of their latest feat of physical theatre ‘CIRCUIT’, which will be playing at The Flamingo from February 19 – March 15.

Last but most certainly not least was a poignant acoustic cover of David Bowie’s timeless cult classic hit ‘Heroes’, which features as one of the many covers performed in the live circus-meets-glam-rock Bowie tribute ‘Rebel’ playing at the Wonderland Spiegeltent from February 18 – March 15. 

From awe-inspiring acrobatic acts and charming circus antics to risqué cabarets and catchy choral acts – Gluttony is sure to have an act to suit everyone’s theatrical tastes. Head on over to Rymill Park and take a gander at all Gluttony has to offer, and whilst you’re wandering the labyrinth of tents great and small be sure to support artists both lesser and well known this Fringe season – you never know what hidden gem acts you just might stumble upon. 
Thank you for inviting us to the Gluttony's Launch Night Spectacular!
Adelaide SA, Australia

Gluttony’s Launch Night Spectacular 2020!

17 Feb 2020



 It’s the most wonderful time of the year – no, we’re not talking about Christmas, but rather the annual month-long festival that puts the rad in Radelaide each February-March. That’s right, it’s Fringe festival season!

To kick off the start of Fringe season with a bang, The Iconic Blonde was invited to attend the Gala Launch Night Spectacular at Gluttony, the friendly neighbour of The Garden of Unearthly Delights. 

Hosted by NOVA919’s brekkie boys Ben and Liam and MC’d by the ever so effervescent Idris Stanton from ‘Wham Glam Circus Man!’, guests were tantalised with a sneak peek of just some of the 168 shows Gluttony is hosting this Fringe season.

Hailing all the way from South America, he acrobatically-talented troupe known as Circolombia left audiences on the edge of their seats with a glimpse into their latest show ‘Acelere’ which will be premiering at The Peacock from February 16 – March 14.

Cabaret queen Amity Dry belted out a handful of timeless power-pop ballads from throughout the decades, more of which can be heard in her latest musical spectacular ‘Highway Superstar’ held at Empire Theatre from 16 February – 1 March.

Roll up, roll up: the infamous adults-only circus is back in town! Dazzling audiences with a teaser of their strip-tease trapeze act, the UK-based circus troupe are returning with their sexy, seductive and certainly surprising five-star show Rouge at the Magic Mirrors Spiegeltent from February 16 – March 15.

Between the act taste-testers, three special guests made a surprise appearance in an impromptu Q-and-A with MC Idris Stanton. After winning over the hearts of Australians everywhere in the latest season of The Bachelor, heart-throb astrophysicist Dr. Matt Agnew sent audiences into a swoon with some shameless self-promo of his talk ‘Guide to Life Beyond Earth’ being held at The Parlour from February 14 – 23.

The woman, the myth, the legend herself Miss Marcia Hines graced audiences with her incredible stage presence that she is bringing to the disco inferno spectacular Velvet Rewired, which will be bringing the house down at the Magic Mirrors Spiegeltent from February 16 – March 15. 

From household TV screens everywhere to Adelaide's very own Fringe, locally born and bred Radelaidian Hugh Sheridan made the trek back home to advertise not one, but two Fringe shows where he’ll be showcasing his talents as a triple-threat. Catch him in the return of ‘California Crooners Club’ at the Masonic Lodge on February 16, or in his latest solo show ‘Unplugged’ at The Cornucopia from February 28 – March 14.

With vocal powerhouse Charmaine Jones at the helm, Adelaide’s very own Gospo Collective sent a shiver down our spines with a glimpse into their latest and greatest choral masterpiece ‘Jukebox Chorus: The Ultimate Australian Playlist’ that will be rocking The Cornucopia from February 18 – March 15. 

The masterminds behind previous Fringe best-seller ‘360 ALLSTARS’ delivered a breath-taking and gravity-defying premiere of their latest feat of physical theatre ‘CIRCUIT’, which will be playing at The Flamingo from February 19 – March 15.

Last but most certainly not least was a poignant acoustic cover of David Bowie’s timeless cult classic hit ‘Heroes’, which features as one of the many covers performed in the live circus-meets-glam-rock Bowie tribute ‘Rebel’ playing at the Wonderland Spiegeltent from February 18 – March 15. 

From awe-inspiring acrobatic acts and charming circus antics to risqué cabarets and catchy choral acts – Gluttony is sure to have an act to suit everyone’s theatrical tastes. Head on over to Rymill Park and take a gander at all Gluttony has to offer, and whilst you’re wandering the labyrinth of tents great and small be sure to support artists both lesser and well known this Fringe season – you never know what hidden gem acts you just might stumble upon. 
Thank you for inviting us to the Gluttony's Launch Night Spectacular!
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