Fringe in Mount Gambier

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Fringe in

Mount Gambier 24 February - 26 March 2017 adelaidefringe.com.au

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Welcome to

Fringe in

Mount Gambier A month long program of spectacular performances and visual art events.

The inaugural program is bursting with local talent and touring Fringe artists, with everything from comedy and cabaret through to interactive digital experiences and exhibitions.

Rally your friends and family, pick out your must-see shows and start booking your Fringe in Mount Gambier experience.

With so much on, you won’t want to miss a thing!

TO BOOK TICKETS AND VIEW THE FULL PROGRAM adelaidefringe.com.au 1300 621 255 Tickets are available to purchase in person at venues and for all events in the Cave Gardens via the Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre box office.

Adelaide Fringe acknowledges the Boandik peoples as the traditional custodians of whose lands we gather on. We respect the Boandik peoples’ ongoing spiritual relationship with the land and the deep feeling of attachment they have with this land.

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OUR CORKA BUBS Presented by Country Arts SA CHILDREN’S

Mount Gambier Library 6 Watson Tce 24 Feb at 10am, 12pm & 2pm 25 Feb at 10am & 12pm All tickets $15 45mins G

Let them dance before they can crawl! Bring your baby to their very first ever performance!

Made for babies under 2 years with their carers, ‘Our Corka Bubs’ creates gorgeous life moments where child, care and dance meet. Grounded in Australia’s first nations culture, ‘Our Corka Bubs’ is captivating storytelling through movement and music.

EYES BY SANDPIT Presented by Country Arts SA FILM & DIGITAL

Meet at Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre 10 Watson Tce 23 Feb at 5pm & 7pm Prv $17 24 & 25 Feb 1pm, 5pm & 7pm 26 Feb 1pm & 5pm Full Price $22 Conc $17 60mins M

Through your special device you will witness the end of days. You are one of the “remaining few” on this earth, what will be preserved? What will be destroyed? Eyes investigates our myths, beliefs and survival tactics for the end of the world, in a highly immersive and charged experience. But it’s okay - we’ve packed you a survival kit.

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WE ARE THE WORLD

BY POST Presented by Country Arts SA COMEDY

Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre 10 Watson Tce 24 Feb at 6pm & 8:30pm 25 Feb at 2pm (with post show forum) Full Price $25 Conc $20 60mins M

It’s a show about the world. It’s a show about talking to hundreds of ordinary people face to face, over cups of tea, to get their take on what this world looks like.

It’s a show about placing this world onto a very slow search engine and then accessing it during the show … in real time. Actually it’s a show about the internet.

MORTAL CONDITION

BY LARISSA MCGOWAN Presented by Country Arts SA, Larissa McGowan & Insite Arts DANCE

Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre 10 Watson Tce 25 Feb at 8.30pm (with post show forum) Full Price $35 Conc $28 60mins M

Mortal Condition explores a very human relationship and the world of gaming. An unrestrained union turns to video games to ease the monotony. What would your avatar look like? If you could choose different parts of you, what could you be instead? Mortal Condition is an extraordinary journey into a virtual world of contemporary dance.

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JAGGED LITTLE SINGALONG Presented by Alison Avron MUSIC

The Old Mount Gambier Gaol 25 Margaret St 24 Feb at 9pm (doors open 7pm) Full Price $30 Conc $25 Gr $25 90mins PG

It’s the tribute show you never knew you needed: Alanis Morrisette’s 90s classic, Jagged Little Pill, performed in its entirety for your nostalgic pleasure. Join us for an evening of angsty shouty singalong, musical reinventions, one or two earnest covers and a lot of ironic (not actually ironic) goodness. Sold out in Sydney and Melbourne.

MIKE RUDD’S 1ST BASE IN CRUDD’S RETRUM-SPECTRO Presented by Mike Rudd MUSIC

The Old Mount Gambier Gaol 25 Margaret St 25 Feb at 7.30pm (doors open 7pm) Full Price $30 90mins M

1st BASE’s repertoire is drawn from the occasionally confronting, often witty, but never less than intriguing catalogue of songs penned by Mike Rudd (and his alter–ego My Crudd) from the early 70s to the present day. Now Mike has a new palette to play with in 1st BASE, perhaps we can anticipate a new era of Rudd-songs to emerge.

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DAMUSHI ENSEMBLE AFRICAN DRUM N BEATS MUSIC Presented by Damushi Ensemble MUSIC

The South Eastern Hotel

235 Commercial St E 25 Feb at 8.30pm 26 Feb at 1.30pm Full price $20 Conc $15 Child $10 Under 5 Free 120mins G Damushi consist of traditional drummers, guitarist, bassist, singers and dancers. Playing Afro Hilife, Afro beats and upbeat tunes.

Damushi consists of Master drummers that can have you up dancing or sitting back reflecting on the healing beats they perform.

MORRISON’S JAZZ CLUB

We’re back! The new season at MJC begins with a weekend of jamming - Hear from new and returning students of the James Morrison Academy, including cameo performances from James himself.

Morrisons Jazz Club

2/16 Commercial St W 24 - 25 Feb at 8pm (doors open 7pm) $10 at the door

ROCKIN’ THE RAIL 2017 @ THE RAIL LANDS

A summers’ night of fun, family, friends and laughter @ The Rail. 25 Feb from 6pm $5 donation by adults, under 12 free. All proceeds going to the Leukaemia Foundation.

LIVE MUSIC AT JEN’S HOTEL

Come and unwind after the working week to a selection of local and touring artists on selected Fridays during the Fringe. Free

ODE TO SWEENEY TODD @ METRO BAKERY

Live music, performances from the musical and film screening plus Mrs. Lovett’s Pie shop.

24 Mar from 7pm. Free 4

AN EVENING OF OPERA

Presented by Limestone Coast Opera Michelle Buscemi and Mattia Campetti are back to give us a wonderful evening of opera. A wonderful gift.

Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre 10 Watson Tce 4 Mar at 7.30pm Full Price $60 Conc $55 180mins G

MOUNT GAMBIER STAND UP COMEDY

Presented by Ministry of Laughs If you’re looking for a good belly laugh, then come along to see some of the limestone coast’s best comedy talent and surprise guests from the festival. Get on board, grab your mates and get cackling as the ultimate comedy show comes to town!

The South Aussie Hotel 78 Commercial St E 10 Mar at 8pm Full Price $15 Conc $10 at the door 90mins M

WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE’S A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM

Presented by Ovation Centre of Performing Arts A Midsummer Night’s Dream, will be a unique and provocative production of a true classic and promises to be a thrilling night at the theatre. Cancel your plans, pack a picnic, and all head to the Cave Garden precinct to enjoy one of the world’s greatest comedies!

Cave Gardens 18 Mar at 8pm Admission is Free with a donation of any kind.

60mins G

THE COLOURFEST SHORT FILM FESTIVAL Screening as part of Harmony Day 2017, the festival will showcase the success, challenges and nuances of migrant communities in Australia and the world. Running on a loop from 10am – 5pm Main Corner Complex – Dress Circle 1 Bay Rd 21 Mar 10am - 5pm. Free 5

ANYA ANASTASIA: ROGUE ROMANTIC Presented by Anya Anastasia CABARET

1862 Wine Bar & Grill 2 Commercial St W 24 Mar at 6.45pm Dinner and Show $93 165mins M 24 Mar at 10.15pm Show only $33 60mins M

Dinner and show includes pre show 2 course share platter degustation with complimentary wine on arrival. Limited tickets – be quick!

Cabaret at its finest! Direct from the Adelaide Fringe following a hit season in Edinburgh, this multi-award winning internationally acclaimed cabaret femme fatale has gone ROGUE, armed with a biting wit and a lust for revenge. With a voice that ranges from husky cabaret to operatic soprano and comparisons to Kate Bush, Lady Gaga and Tim Minchin, don’t miss your chance to see this songstress take the stage, backed by a star-studded band. ★★★★★ EdFringeReview UK ★★★★The Herald Scotland, “Anya Anastasia is a major MAJOR talent.”

MATT TARRANT: HONESTLY DISHONEST Presented by MindBlown MAGIC/ILLUSION

Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre 10 Watson Tce 25 Mar at 8.30pm Full price $33 Conc $28 60mins PG

AWARD WINNING in 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013 and 2012.

Returning to the stage after being a contestant on Australia Survivor, Magician and Mentalist Matt will read your mind, amaze you with world-class sleight of hand and have you leave questioning everything. He’s dishonest, but at least he’s honest about it.

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KEL BALNAVES: DON’T SHIRK THE ISSUE COMEDY

The South Aussie Hotel

78 Commercial St E 24 Mar at 7.30pm Full Price $20 Conc $15 Gr $15 60mins M

Righto everyone. Don’t shirk the issue! What issue?

Kel Balnaves is heading to Mt Gambier with a fun and relatable show about the things that piss us off. All to find THE issue so that we don’t shirk it.

Adelaide Comedian of The Year 2016. Nominated Best Comedy - Fringe World 2015, 2016.

THE WUDIDONGA ARTS REVUE COMEDY

The South Aussie Hotel

78 Commercial St E 24 March at 9.30pm Full Price $20 Conc $15 Gr $15 60mins 18+

Welcome to Wudidonga RSL. Something dodgy’s afoot, shit’s hitting the fan. How the hell are they going to sort it? Easy! Put on an arts revue. Get that talented bunch of locals to perform, have a raffle. A mad sketch comedy from Wolf Creek The Musical’s Kel Balnaves & Adelaide Comedian of the Year Leigh Qurban. ★★★★ - Rip it Up, “Utterly hilarious!” - TREv ★★★★ - The Advertiser.

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CAVE GARDENS PRECINCT A TRIBUTE TO ‘UNPLUGGED’ WITH LOUISE ADAMS AND SPECIAL GUESTS Presented by SE X SE MUSIC

Cave Gardens 24 March at 8.30pm (Doors open 6pm) Full Price $20 Conc $15 Children under 12 Free Support Act PIRRA Since 1989, MTV’s ‘UNPLUGGED’ series has formed iconic status in modern music & pop culture. Singer LOUISE ADAMS and her guest musicians take audiences on a musical journey through the diverse series, where no genre is off limits; from famous grunge bands Nirvana and Pearl Jam to crooner Tony Bennett, legendary Prince and pop stars like Katy Perry!

CAVE GARDENS WONDERLAND EVENT

Cave Gardens 25 Mar 2pm – late Free Be sure to grab a ticket to a show in the Bally to complete your day!

A big thank you to the team from Creative Stage for their support of the Cave Gardens.

Come visit the Cave Gardens and enjoy a smorgasbord of live music, roving performances and food and wine stalls. Home grown talent alongside touring Fringe artists will entertain, featuring the Blue Lake Street Band, Adam Page, Jamie MacDowell, A Case of You: The Songs of Joni Mitchell, Bluetique and roving dinosaur puppets - just to name a few!

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THE BALLY @ THE CAVE GARDENS PAPILLON UNPLUGGED Presented by Highwire Events & Entertainment CIRCUS

The Bally @ The Cave Gardens 24 Mar at 7pm 25 Mar at 7pm Full price $26 Conc $22 Gr $22 60mins M

Papillon is one of the most popular shows to hit Adelaide Fringe, winning awards, with rave reviews and sold out seasons. Papillon Unplugged brings the best of four years of Papillon, and welcomes some guest artists for this one hour of spectacular circus, hilarious comedy & gorgeous cabaret song. Papillon Unplugged is strictly 16+, and is a sexy circus cabaret not to be missed!

AFTER HOURS CABARET CLUB

Presented by Petite Grande Productions CABARET

The Bally @ The Cave Gardens 24 Mar at 10.15pm 25 Mar at 9.45pm Full price $30 60mins 18+

Witness the creme-de-la-creme of the carnie world do things you’ve never seen before, and may never see again. Dangerously debauched, scandalously sophisticated and outrageously unpredictable. Anything goes, After Hours…

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LE PETIT CIRCUS

Presented by Highwire Events & Entertainment CHILDREN’S

The Bally @ The Cave Gardens 25 Mar at 2:30pm Sun 26 Mar at 11am Full price $26 Child $19 Family $80 45mins G

Le Petit Circus is a family circus extravaganza! A show for the whole family featuring amazing acrobatics, and stacks of silliness, perfect for children aged 3+, and the young at heart.

“Delivered with finesse, flair and, most importantly, a sense of joy… A GREAT circus show adults will love that just happens to be appropriate for children.” – The Advertiser - ★★★★ ½

SUPERHUMAN

Presented by Fascinating Lies MAGIC

The Bally @ The Cave Gardens Sat 25 Mar at 4pm Full Price $26 Child $19 Conc $19 Family $80 55mins PG

Not all heroes wear capes — some read minds. Do you believe in superpowers? Some people claim to have superhuman abilities like; telekinesis, psychokinesis, mind-reading, superhuman strength, and remote viewing. Watch Jden Redden demonstrate these skills live on stage in a new modern setting. Open your eyes — because not everything is as it seems.

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BEY DANCE RUN THE WORLD WORKSHOP Presented by Bey Dance DANCE

Meet at the Bally @ The Cave Gardens

25 Mar at 5.30pm Full Price $15 Child $8 Family $40 90mins G

Join us for our high energy, interactive, tongue in cheek, welcoming workshops. Whether you are a beginner, Boyonce, Bey Fan or Bey Hater (otherwise known as future Bey Fan) Bey Dance will have you nailing those struts like it’s nobody’s business and mastering the finest hairography this side of the Blue Lake. Dress to sweat and bring water!

BEYBY WEARING WITH BEY DANCE Presented by Bey Dance CHILDREN’S

Meet at the Bally @ The Cave Gardens 26 Mar at 12pm Full Price $10 60mins G25 at – 26 Mar at Free

Give yourself a break, let loose and have fun while bonding with your baby and other new parents. Dancing is one of the most powerful endorphin releases around. Dancing with your baby allows you to celebrate the strength and resilience of your body without needing to get a baby sitter!

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FRINGE VR EXPERIENCE Strap on a headset and be transported to a tantalising world of virtual reality.

The Main Corner Complex 1 Bay Rd 24 Feb – 26 Mar 11am – 12.30pm & 1pm – 3pm

SE x SW presents the inaugural ‘Send me to Fringe’ development program!

A grassroots project giving artists currently or formerly living in the region the support to develop a Fringe Act to be performed in Mount Gambier & Adelaide.

In 2017, ‘Send me to Fringe’ presents visual artist Henry Jock Walker & dancer Gavin Clarke

HENRY JOCK WALKER GAVIN CLARKE AND Artist in Residence LOCAL DANCERS – 18 Mar - 26 Mar ‘FREEDOM’ Public Workshop 19 Mar - Free

Freedom is a compilation of movement solos exploring what it means to be free.

THE EXPANDING Created in collaboration PADDOCK OF between dancer and choAGRICULTURAL reographer, each piece is a EXPRESSIONISM personal reflection; a dance A project which begun for the dancer, offered to the in Burra, regional SA audience as a shared insight and returned Walker to into our singular lives. What his country origins, this does freedom mean to you? inclusive, raw, public painting Cave Gardens performance has now been 25 Mar extended to many other country towns, including Mount Gambier. Henry will be ROVING DINOSAURS presenting inclusive public Erth’s Dinosaur puppets have painting action and elements entertained and informed of documentation from past children all over the world. activity.

Get up close and personal Exhibition opening to feature with some of the youngest Gavin Clarke’s marathon art/ members of Erth’s dinosaur dance piece ‘Unwinding’. family as they roam the Cave Gardens.

Riddoch Art Gallery The Main Corner Complex Cave Gardens 1 Bay Road 24 Mar 24 Mar - 26 Mar entry with ticket only 10am – 3pm 25 Mar OPENING - 23 Mar at 6pm, $10 at the door (drink on various times (free entry). entry and nibbles) 12

MULTICULTURAL ART PROJECT

Presented by Multicultural Communities The Project has given cultural communities the opportunity to communicate and present their culture through storytelling. Artists Jo Fife and Anne Miles have interpreted their stories to design and create a series of banners in collaboration with the communities. Project supported by Country Arts SA.

Chapel Studio

146 Suttontown Rd 25 – 26 Feb 11am – 3pm

THE LIFE AND WORKS OF LORRY HUMPHREYS Presented by Stand Like Stone Foundation Lorraine Humphreys (1930-2015) was a talented and original artist. This exhibition showcases her work over many decades and illustrates the significant progression in her work as she experimented with form, colour, and materials. Lorry was also a very generous benefactor to the Stand like Stone Foundation leaving her entire estate valued at well over $1.4 million to the foundation.

Riddoch Art Gallery & The Main Corner Complex

1 Bay Rd Feb 24 – 26 Mar 10am – 5pm (Mon-Fri) 10am - 3pm (Sat, Sun, Pub)

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SOUTH EAST ART SOCIETY

Grand Opening 3 Mar from 6pm Opening event will coincide with the exhibition opening of ‘Artistic Licence’, featuring Art Works from our Members with music, wine and nibbles.

Artistic License exhibition open 4 – 26 Mar Fri – Sun

Unofficial Art Licence

4 Mar 10am – 4pm Get your Learners Permit in drawing using various mediums and techniques suitable for all ages.

Meet your Maker

5 Mar 10am – 4pm Come and see our artists at work and enjoy demonstrations.

The Old Courthouse Gallery & Museum 42A Bay Rd

FriNge WeeKenD ExtRavAgaNza FRIDAY 24 - SUNDAY 26 MARCH

To wrap up the festival a bevy of talented local and touring Fringe artists will take over the Cave Gardens and beyond. Everything from cabaret to circus to live music is on offer so dive in and enjoy!

TICKETED SHOWS IN VENUES

PAPILLON UNPLUGGED • A TRIBUTE TO 'UNPLUGGED' WITH LOUISE ADAMS • LE PETIT CIRCUS • AFTER HOURS CABARET CLUB • SUPERHUMAN • BEY DANCE • KEL BALNAVES • THE WUDIDONGA REVUE • ANYA ANASTASIA: ROGUE ROMANTIC • MATT TARRANT: HONESTLY DISHONEST SATURDAY 25 MARCH FREE EVENT IN THE CAVE GARDENS FEATURING:

THE BLUE LAKE STREET BAND • ADAM PAGE AND FRIENDS • JAMIE MACDOWELL • A CASE OF YOU: THE MUSIC OF JONI MITCHELL • ROVING PERFORMANCES BLUETIQUE • PLUS MORE… TICKETS ON SALE NOW! adelaidefringe.com.au

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