Written by Jemma Hadley
Step into an evening of shimmering sophistication and a saucy show that will simply drive you wild!
The Delinquents gives the audience a glimpse behind the curtain into the cabaret world of Prohibition London. Keeping the audience enthralled with both the on-stage and behind-the-scenes antics of Fafi D’Alour & her Delinquents.
We begin our evening with a mesmerising burlesque performed by none other than Madame Fafi D’Alour herself, transitioning beautifully into contemporary dance, crazy contortionist displays, and acrobatic sequences that are so technical yet look so seamless it’s enough to make your jaw drop.
This incredible show's stand-out performances are the compelling vocals of Eliza Dickinson accompanied by Emile Ryjoch and his saxophone. The two play out a graceful story of innocence and passion with Emile’s 'lonely hearts club' style music being enhanced when the enchanting vocals of Eliza come to play. The tension between these two was so beautiful and full, it had the audience on the edge of their seats in hopes they would come together as one.
Georgia Rose had the crowd going wild with her feisty, edgy energy as she threw herself into her high-flying rope work, not missing a beat. Later joined by Ina Young, the two brought an angel/devil-like nature to the show with their aerial arts as they moved together in perfect unison to pull off some incredible stunts.
The creative team behind The Delinquents has assembled a fantastic skilled troupe of performers who do not disappoint. The show is sexy, tasteful and cheeky in all the right ways - you really can’t go wrong with seeing this fabulous show!
Written by Jemma Hadley
Step into an evening of shimmering sophistication and a saucy show that will simply drive you wild!
The Delinquents gives the audience a glimpse behind the curtain into the cabaret world of Prohibition London. Keeping the audience enthralled with both the on-stage and behind-the-scenes antics of Fafi D’Alour & her Delinquents.
We begin our evening with a mesmerising burlesque performed by none other than Madame Fafi D’Alour herself, transitioning beautifully into contemporary dance, crazy contortionist displays, and acrobatic sequences that are so technical yet look so seamless it’s enough to make your jaw drop.
This incredible show's stand-out performances are the compelling vocals of Eliza Dickinson accompanied by Emile Ryjoch and his saxophone. The two play out a graceful story of innocence and passion with Emile’s 'lonely hearts club' style music being enhanced when the enchanting vocals of Eliza come to play. The tension between these two was so beautiful and full, it had the audience on the edge of their seats in hopes they would come together as one.
Georgia Rose had the crowd going wild with her feisty, edgy energy as she threw herself into her high-flying rope work, not missing a beat. Later joined by Ina Young, the two brought an angel/devil-like nature to the show with their aerial arts as they moved together in perfect unison to pull off some incredible stunts.
The creative team behind The Delinquents has assembled a fantastic skilled troupe of performers who do not disappoint. The show is sexy, tasteful and cheeky in all the right ways - you really can’t go wrong with seeing this fabulous show!
Adelaide Festival Centre’s Adelaide Cabaret Festival has announced two new shows on sale this week - Australian music royalty and Adelaide Cabaret Festival Co-Artistic Director Kate Ceberano will celebrate her illustrious 40-year career with a special concert coinciding with her new album and world-famous French band Paris Combo will perform in an Australian exclusive at this year’s festival in June.
Kate Ceberano will be joined by the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra on the Festival Theatre stage to perform songs from her 30th album, My Life is A Symphony, on Saturday June 10, as part of a national tour.
My Life Is A Symphony, is a breathtaking celebration of Kate Ceberano’s song writing from across her 40-year recording career. Kate will take audiences through her incredible catalogue from pop anthems Brave and Pash to the iconic songs she has interpreted along the way I Don’t Know How to Love Him, Some Day I’ll Fly Away and more.
Kate Ceberano: “I am thrilled to release the album and embark on a national tour to perform the music live for fans across the country with Australia’s great symphony orchestras. Performing at Adelaide Cabaret Festival is always a highlight, and I can’t wait to reconnect with crowds there in both my role as Co-Artistic Director and a performer in this year’s program.”
Singer, songwriter, performer, artist, icon, legend of Australian rock, pop, soul and jazz, Kate Ceberano has enjoyed one of the most enduring and inspirational careers in Australian music and returns as Co-Artistic Director of Adelaide Cabaret Festival 2023 alongside previous Artistic Directors involved this year, Julia Holt, David and Lisa Campbell, Eddie Perfect, Ali McGregor, Julia Zemiro, Alan Cumming and Tina Arena. Kate held the position as Artistic Director of Adelaide Cabaret Festival in 2012 – 2014 and has performed at Adelaide Festival Centre numerous times.
With 11 platinum albums, 10 Top 10 singles, 4 ARIA Awards from 19 nominations and over 8,000 live performances, Kate Ceberano is one of the most celebrated Australian artists of all time.
To quote Hugh Jackman, “Truly one of the great voices this country has produced. Kate sings with such passion, heart and joy it is impossible not to be completely carried to wherever she wants you to go!!!! Not only an amazing singer but an extraordinary performer - Kate’s singing simply melts your heart.”
In an Australian exclusive appearance, world-famous French cabaret act Paris Combo will also perform their show A Celebration Of Songs of Belle Du Berry at Dunstan Playhouse on the opening weekend of the festival – June 9-11.
Programmed by Co-Artistic Director Julia Holt, the ensemble returns to Adelaide with their fun-loving mix of swinging gypsy-jazz cabaret, French pop and world rhythms and will pay tribute to their late charismatic chanteuse and songwriter Belle du Berry, with selections from their shared final studio album, Quesaco?
“An incredible music force channelling the passion, quirkiness and love of love that the French are adored for.” - ArtsHub
Adelaide Cabaret Festival Executive Producer, Alex Sinclair: “The line-up for this year’s Adelaide Cabaret Festival is as star-studded as ever and will add to the festivities of Adelaide Festival Centre’s 50th Anniversary celebrations. The incomparable Kate Ceberano and Paris Combo will no doubt get the party started on the opening weekend of the festival and there’s more to come.”
Kicking off the celebrations on opening night, The 2023 Variety Gala will see a special reunion and appearances by iconic artists Kate Ceberano, David Campbell, Eddie Perfect, Julia Zemiro, Ali McGregor and many more at the Festival Theatre on June 9. Tickets are almost sold out.
Produced and presented by Adelaide Festival Centre, Adelaide Cabaret Festival has grown from modest beginnings in 2001 to become Australia’s major winter festival and the largest cabaret festival in the world.
Tickets for Kate Ceberano’s My Life Is A Symphony and Paris Combo are on sale Thursday, February 16 at 10am at adelaidecabaretfestival.com.au / 131 246
Kate Ceberano’s album, My Life Is A Symphony, will be released on 12 May and can be pre-ordered through ABC Music or purchased at Adelaide Cabaret Festival.
Adelaide Cabaret Festival 2023 opens on June 9 and runs until June 24
Kate Ceberano and Paris Combo announced for Adelaide Cabaret Festival
17 Feb 2023
Adelaide Festival Centre’s Adelaide Cabaret Festival has announced two new shows on sale this week - Australian music royalty and Adelaide Cabaret Festival Co-Artistic Director Kate Ceberano will celebrate her illustrious 40-year career with a special concert coinciding with her new album and world-famous French band Paris Combo will perform in an Australian exclusive at this year’s festival in June.
Kate Ceberano will be joined by the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra on the Festival Theatre stage to perform songs from her 30th album, My Life is A Symphony, on Saturday June 10, as part of a national tour.
My Life Is A Symphony, is a breathtaking celebration of Kate Ceberano’s song writing from across her 40-year recording career. Kate will take audiences through her incredible catalogue from pop anthems Brave and Pash to the iconic songs she has interpreted along the way I Don’t Know How to Love Him, Some Day I’ll Fly Away and more.
Kate Ceberano: “I am thrilled to release the album and embark on a national tour to perform the music live for fans across the country with Australia’s great symphony orchestras. Performing at Adelaide Cabaret Festival is always a highlight, and I can’t wait to reconnect with crowds there in both my role as Co-Artistic Director and a performer in this year’s program.”
Singer, songwriter, performer, artist, icon, legend of Australian rock, pop, soul and jazz, Kate Ceberano has enjoyed one of the most enduring and inspirational careers in Australian music and returns as Co-Artistic Director of Adelaide Cabaret Festival 2023 alongside previous Artistic Directors involved this year, Julia Holt, David and Lisa Campbell, Eddie Perfect, Ali McGregor, Julia Zemiro, Alan Cumming and Tina Arena. Kate held the position as Artistic Director of Adelaide Cabaret Festival in 2012 – 2014 and has performed at Adelaide Festival Centre numerous times.
With 11 platinum albums, 10 Top 10 singles, 4 ARIA Awards from 19 nominations and over 8,000 live performances, Kate Ceberano is one of the most celebrated Australian artists of all time.
To quote Hugh Jackman, “Truly one of the great voices this country has produced. Kate sings with such passion, heart and joy it is impossible not to be completely carried to wherever she wants you to go!!!! Not only an amazing singer but an extraordinary performer - Kate’s singing simply melts your heart.”
In an Australian exclusive appearance, world-famous French cabaret act Paris Combo will also perform their show A Celebration Of Songs of Belle Du Berry at Dunstan Playhouse on the opening weekend of the festival – June 9-11.
Programmed by Co-Artistic Director Julia Holt, the ensemble returns to Adelaide with their fun-loving mix of swinging gypsy-jazz cabaret, French pop and world rhythms and will pay tribute to their late charismatic chanteuse and songwriter Belle du Berry, with selections from their shared final studio album, Quesaco?
“An incredible music force channelling the passion, quirkiness and love of love that the French are adored for.” - ArtsHub
Adelaide Cabaret Festival Executive Producer, Alex Sinclair: “The line-up for this year’s Adelaide Cabaret Festival is as star-studded as ever and will add to the festivities of Adelaide Festival Centre’s 50th Anniversary celebrations. The incomparable Kate Ceberano and Paris Combo will no doubt get the party started on the opening weekend of the festival and there’s more to come.”
Kicking off the celebrations on opening night, The 2023 Variety Gala will see a special reunion and appearances by iconic artists Kate Ceberano, David Campbell, Eddie Perfect, Julia Zemiro, Ali McGregor and many more at the Festival Theatre on June 9. Tickets are almost sold out.
Produced and presented by Adelaide Festival Centre, Adelaide Cabaret Festival has grown from modest beginnings in 2001 to become Australia’s major winter festival and the largest cabaret festival in the world.
Tickets for Kate Ceberano’s My Life Is A Symphony and Paris Combo are on sale Thursday, February 16 at 10am at adelaidecabaretfestival.com.au / 131 246
Kate Ceberano’s album, My Life Is A Symphony, will be released on 12 May and can be pre-ordered through ABC Music or purchased at Adelaide Cabaret Festival.
Adelaide Cabaret Festival 2023 opens on June 9 and runs until June 24
How the hell is it Adelaide Fringe time already? It seemed like only yesterday we were paying entry into the Garden of Unearthly Delights, bouncing from East End venues to inevitably end up at Mary's, and sitting in chairs, awkwardly dancing with masks on, eyeing off the guy two seats across who just totally coughed without covering his mouth - ew.
ACTUALLY, Fringe 2022 feels like it was FOREVER ago! Last Fringe we were still wearing masks indoors! We were still obsessed with Euphoria! And I was still holding on hope to my 2022 situationship! (I dumped him again today - oh, Emma you dumbest of Blondes, when will you learn!).
Anyway, I'm totally fine. Fine because FRINGE IS HERE! Drinking overpriced alcohol out of coconuts while dancing IS BACK! Seeing a variety of world-class shows from across the globe IS HERE! Having an excuse to wear that bag with those shoes HAS RETURNED!
SO, for my 2023 top picks (aka, shows you absolutely have to see, and then tell me just how good you thought they were), are here for your fringe, type-A personality pleasure:
Everyone knows this show, it's the one in the really cool neon venue that no-one can pass without taking a cute pic their insta story.
Returning by popular demand, Japan's 'Maho Magic Bar' will transport you to a glittering Tokyo night! Be ready to disbelieve your eyes as the ultimate line-up of Japan’s superstar sleight-of-hand specialists descend on Adelaide for the first time.
With fresh tricksters, fresh tricks and even fresher cocktails, you’ll see these masters at work at point blank range, putting a wild contemporary spin on Japan's magic traditions.
Fuelled by a carefully curated bar menu of premium Japanese cocktails and spirits, Maho Magic Bar is a once-in-a-lifetime experience you just have to do twice.
What's the secret to having it all? Don’t ask Lauren Edwards because she has no idea. What she does have, however, is a charming wit and cynical attitude.
Making her Adelaide Fringe debut, ‘Everything is a Lie’ is a wildly relatable hour of comedy and original pop music that will have you nodding your head so hard you might sprain a muscle. Lauren is the anti-capitalist girl next door who proves that, even in these uncertain times, existential dread can still be cute.
Teachers are overworked and underpaid, with a high burnout rate and a mandatory caffeine addiction. Marking, reports, parent-teacher interviews, Professional Development hours, performance standards and relief lessons in Year 9 PE... Why would anybody do it? For the love of learning? For the holidays? Or perhaps just for the comedy-cabaret fodder.
From the award-winning creative team behind 'Endo Days' (★★★★★ Glam Adelaide, ★★★★1/2 The Advertiser, Fringe Weekly Award: Best Cabaret), 'Extra Curricular' pops the cork on the teaching profession. A show by teachers, for teachers, or anyone who has ever sat in a classroom. Attendance will count towards compulsory PD hours*.
*may not actually count toward PD hours
With the likeability of Princess Diana, the heart's of Mother Theresa and the sweatshop chic of SHEIN; Australia’s Got Talent rejects Samantha LeClaire and Jennifer Laycock unstitch the flaws and the breaking of laws in the fashion industry. Come see the ones that got away; the white privileged, underdogs of Australian television who have resorted to sketch comedy. Attend a sermon on SUPRE’, witness outfit repeaters sentenced to death and see why life is better when you’re a trendsetter. Bring your fast fashion fiends because this is their one-way ticket to salvation. A Fashion 4 Passion like you've never seen before.
If you're a Bowie fan like me, Ashes to Ashes is for you (I saw them back in 2019, and it's still one of my favourite shows!). 2023 is a year to celebrate 2 seminal, yet distinctly different Bowie albums... the avant-garde 'Aladdin Sane' (50 years), and the commercially successful 'Let's Dance' (40 years).
Expect to hear choice cuts from both albums including 'The Jean Genie', 'Modern Love', 'China Girl' and of course 'Let's Dance'. But wait... there's more... much more! ...Space Oddity, Starman, Life on Mars, Ziggy Stardust, Sufragette City, Sorrow, Ashes To Ashes, Fashion, Fame, Golden Years, Rebel Rebel, Diamond Dogs... you'll hear them all!
A rare opportunity for Adelaidian's to see Ashes To Ashes before they hit the eastern states to cement their status as Australia's best and most authentic tribute to Bowie and his incredible and eclectic musical legacy!
Come along to a fabulous night to remember, presented by your hostess with the mostess Hungry Jackie, featuring some of the hottest Queens in Adelaide.
Ali Holic, Hollie Graffix, Wundes & Izzy Goode will treat you to a night of laughs and drag! If you have never been to a drag show, this is your chance to come and be entertained by our queens.
Jam-packed with dazzling feathers, wigs, headpieces, costumes and performances, you will not forget this glittering drag spectacular! Come to the Finsbury it’s out of the CBD so you will not have to pay for parking and walk a mile, drinks and supper will be available for purchase.
The outrageous new headline production by creative geniuses Strut & Fret, creators of Blanc de Blanc and LIMBO.
Calling all social climbers, rich kids, gate crashers and hangers-on; the lavish stage is set for The Party of the century, so make sure you’re on the invite list. This evening is destined to be one for the history books.
The Party is a highly exclusive evening of the upmost sophistication with absolutely no rules. What could possibly go wrong? This show is the perfect fringe celebration. Unbelievably talented international circus artists, great music, extravagant costumes, and an escalating energy within a theatre set unlike anything you've ever seen before at Fringe
As they say – ‘if you've ever been to a wilder party - you're under arrest!
A mesmerising symphony of light and sound staged in a breathtaking mirror maze. Kaleidoscope is a simple optical device scaled to epic proportions allowing you to step inside a constantly shifting illusion.
It challenges preconceptions and provides the brave and adventurous with a new and different space to explore, contemplate and dream.
Kaleidescope is the new solo project by Keith Courtney, the mastermind behind House of Mirrors and 1000 Doors.
I'll continue to pad out this list as I come across more fabulous shows and events. Email me at theiconicblonde@hotmail.com if you'd like a show review.
How the hell is it Adelaide Fringe time already? It seemed like only yesterday we were paying entry into the Garden of Unearthly Delights, bouncing from East End venues to inevitably end up at Mary's, and sitting in chairs, awkwardly dancing with masks on, eyeing off the guy two seats across who just totally coughed without covering his mouth - ew.
ACTUALLY, Fringe 2022 feels like it was FOREVER ago! Last Fringe we were still wearing masks indoors! We were still obsessed with Euphoria! And I was still holding on hope to my 2022 situationship! (I dumped him again today - oh, Emma you dumbest of Blondes, when will you learn!).
Anyway, I'm totally fine. Fine because FRINGE IS HERE! Drinking overpriced alcohol out of coconuts while dancing IS BACK! Seeing a variety of world-class shows from across the globe IS HERE! Having an excuse to wear that bag with those shoes HAS RETURNED!
SO, for my 2023 top picks (aka, shows you absolutely have to see, and then tell me just how good you thought they were), are here for your fringe, type-A personality pleasure:
Everyone knows this show, it's the one in the really cool neon venue that no-one can pass without taking a cute pic their insta story.
Returning by popular demand, Japan's 'Maho Magic Bar' will transport you to a glittering Tokyo night! Be ready to disbelieve your eyes as the ultimate line-up of Japan’s superstar sleight-of-hand specialists descend on Adelaide for the first time.
With fresh tricksters, fresh tricks and even fresher cocktails, you’ll see these masters at work at point blank range, putting a wild contemporary spin on Japan's magic traditions.
Fuelled by a carefully curated bar menu of premium Japanese cocktails and spirits, Maho Magic Bar is a once-in-a-lifetime experience you just have to do twice.
What's the secret to having it all? Don’t ask Lauren Edwards because she has no idea. What she does have, however, is a charming wit and cynical attitude.
Making her Adelaide Fringe debut, ‘Everything is a Lie’ is a wildly relatable hour of comedy and original pop music that will have you nodding your head so hard you might sprain a muscle. Lauren is the anti-capitalist girl next door who proves that, even in these uncertain times, existential dread can still be cute.
Teachers are overworked and underpaid, with a high burnout rate and a mandatory caffeine addiction. Marking, reports, parent-teacher interviews, Professional Development hours, performance standards and relief lessons in Year 9 PE... Why would anybody do it? For the love of learning? For the holidays? Or perhaps just for the comedy-cabaret fodder.
From the award-winning creative team behind 'Endo Days' (★★★★★ Glam Adelaide, ★★★★1/2 The Advertiser, Fringe Weekly Award: Best Cabaret), 'Extra Curricular' pops the cork on the teaching profession. A show by teachers, for teachers, or anyone who has ever sat in a classroom. Attendance will count towards compulsory PD hours*.
*may not actually count toward PD hours
With the likeability of Princess Diana, the heart's of Mother Theresa and the sweatshop chic of SHEIN; Australia’s Got Talent rejects Samantha LeClaire and Jennifer Laycock unstitch the flaws and the breaking of laws in the fashion industry. Come see the ones that got away; the white privileged, underdogs of Australian television who have resorted to sketch comedy. Attend a sermon on SUPRE’, witness outfit repeaters sentenced to death and see why life is better when you’re a trendsetter. Bring your fast fashion fiends because this is their one-way ticket to salvation. A Fashion 4 Passion like you've never seen before.
If you're a Bowie fan like me, Ashes to Ashes is for you (I saw them back in 2019, and it's still one of my favourite shows!). 2023 is a year to celebrate 2 seminal, yet distinctly different Bowie albums... the avant-garde 'Aladdin Sane' (50 years), and the commercially successful 'Let's Dance' (40 years).
Expect to hear choice cuts from both albums including 'The Jean Genie', 'Modern Love', 'China Girl' and of course 'Let's Dance'. But wait... there's more... much more! ...Space Oddity, Starman, Life on Mars, Ziggy Stardust, Sufragette City, Sorrow, Ashes To Ashes, Fashion, Fame, Golden Years, Rebel Rebel, Diamond Dogs... you'll hear them all!
A rare opportunity for Adelaidian's to see Ashes To Ashes before they hit the eastern states to cement their status as Australia's best and most authentic tribute to Bowie and his incredible and eclectic musical legacy!
Come along to a fabulous night to remember, presented by your hostess with the mostess Hungry Jackie, featuring some of the hottest Queens in Adelaide.
Ali Holic, Hollie Graffix, Wundes & Izzy Goode will treat you to a night of laughs and drag! If you have never been to a drag show, this is your chance to come and be entertained by our queens.
Jam-packed with dazzling feathers, wigs, headpieces, costumes and performances, you will not forget this glittering drag spectacular! Come to the Finsbury it’s out of the CBD so you will not have to pay for parking and walk a mile, drinks and supper will be available for purchase.
The outrageous new headline production by creative geniuses Strut & Fret, creators of Blanc de Blanc and LIMBO.
Calling all social climbers, rich kids, gate crashers and hangers-on; the lavish stage is set for The Party of the century, so make sure you’re on the invite list. This evening is destined to be one for the history books.
The Party is a highly exclusive evening of the upmost sophistication with absolutely no rules. What could possibly go wrong? This show is the perfect fringe celebration. Unbelievably talented international circus artists, great music, extravagant costumes, and an escalating energy within a theatre set unlike anything you've ever seen before at Fringe
As they say – ‘if you've ever been to a wilder party - you're under arrest!
A mesmerising symphony of light and sound staged in a breathtaking mirror maze. Kaleidoscope is a simple optical device scaled to epic proportions allowing you to step inside a constantly shifting illusion.
It challenges preconceptions and provides the brave and adventurous with a new and different space to explore, contemplate and dream.
Kaleidescope is the new solo project by Keith Courtney, the mastermind behind House of Mirrors and 1000 Doors.
I'll continue to pad out this list as I come across more fabulous shows and events. Email me at theiconicblonde@hotmail.com if you'd like a show review.
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