Fringe Mount Gambier 2023 Festival Program

Ready to

dive in…

The past few years have been a rocky ride, but turbulent seas on the surface have little influence on the deep dark depths of the ocean. In 2023, Fringe Mount Gambier / Berrin is back and diving INTO THE DEEP BLUE! This year’s festival theme represents the quirky, colourful, sometimes risky, at other times tranquil, and mysterious depths that exploration of the Arts provides. It encourages us to consider and respect the natural beauty of our oceans and the volcanic Warwar (Blue Lake). Leave your expectations behind and join us for a journey into the realm of endless possibility.

martu kakayi

“Nhu wulnuwitjara wurtati-wa martu kakayi kalayi winggara ba kanapinan kakayi miya ba miya 2023 Fringe-u Berrin-a Bunganditj-u (Boandik-u) mraat-u.”

“The traditional custodians of South East Country welcome many friends and children (to) come together side by side for 2023 Fringe in Mount Gambier on Bunganditj (Boandik) country.”

Yawuri / Aunty Penny Bonney

Moandik, Meintangk and Narrungga Elder

miya ba miya berrin

together, side by side, mount gambier

Fringe Berrin putama nha wulnuwitjara mraat-u nha ngathuwi kaaba yarnbala Fringe Berrin putama nhu mraat, mraat Boandik-at wulnuwitjara Berrinat ba mraatat mingru Berrin.

Fringe Berrin recognises this country (is) the country of the Boandik, the traditional custodians of Mount Gambier and the country around Mount Gambier.

We acknowledge that the oldest living culture in the world has been kept alive by a rich and continuing history of storytelling, music, dance, art and language.

We pay our respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past and present, who maintain an enduring spiritual and cultural connection to the land. Sovereignty was never ceded.

Accessibility

At Fringe, we value being inclusive and welcoming. We want everyone to experience the magic of Fringe, and strive to improve the accessibility of the festival and its program. Further information at fringemountgambier.com.au

ALL Fringe Mount Gambier / Berrin events support the Companion Card program.

Wheelchair Accessible. Please see VENUE PAGE

ticketing

See fringemountgambier.com.au or our Facebook events page for all ticketing and info.

In 2023 Fringe has teamed up with not-for-profit ticketing platform HUMANITIX; Humanitix directs 100% of profits from booking fees to a range of education programs.

fp Full Price

gr6+ Group of 6+

c Concession

ch Children (12 & under)

f Family (2 adults & 2 children OR 1 adult & 3 children)

free It’s Free!

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‘23

friday 24 march, 4pm to 10:30pm

saturday 25 march, 12pm to 9:30pm

thugi / cave garden & commercial street east, mount gambier

FRiNGELAND and the opening night STREET PARTY are back and taking over the CBD to start the festival with a splash! Returning to its home at Thugi / Cave Garden, FRiNGELAND will spill out across the streets for Friday’s opening Street Party.

Expect the unexpected, let your hair down, and step into an Arts extravaganza as your hosts, cabaret royalty Tash York and Dolly Diamond, guide audiences through all the Fringe frivolity!

A dynamic playground for all, FRiNGELAND presents an exciting array of music, circus, theatre, comedy, drag, dance, visual art, kids entertainment, aerialists, amusements, face painting, and incredible rovers and street performers (see pages 7 & 8). Embrace this year’s theme INTO THE DEEP BLUE and dress in your BLUES or ocean-inspired get-up!

Enjoy delicious street and festival food; pop-up bars showcasing regional breweries, wines, spirits and cocktails; and browse the makers stalls and Twilight markets.

street parade is back!

It’s been 3 years since the city has seen the much-loved Fringe Street Party and Fringe Parade, and we are ready to dive in!

The Fringe Parade will feature the eclectic creations of visual arts performance crew The Bait Fridge (SA) and special guests from our local musical community.

Dress to the theme INTO THE DEEP BLUE and help create a sea of BLUE along the path of the parade as our performers wind their way from the Main Corner to the FRiNGELAND Stage at Thugi / Cave Garden! Here we will have the Welcome to Country and Official Festival Opening, led by respected Elder Yawiri Penny Bonney, and performance by First Nation dance group Koondoom Yarkeen Karweeyn. Be sure to arrive early, the Parade kicks off at 5:30pm!

fringeland & street party streetparade

the fridgebait

junkyard beats big balloon stunt show 6. 5.

clara cupcakes

2023 poster Artwork

Tim Goschnick is the Melbourne-based digital artist and illustrator behind the imagery and festival poster for Fringe Mount Gambier 2023.

Inspired by 60s psychedelic, sci-fi and the natural world, Tim infuses vivid colour, abstract patterns and warping, and liquid visuals into his work, creating an energetically charged and visually stimulating viewing experience. Tim’s formal background lies in video game design and animation, leaving him well placed for designing the detailed and richly imagined fantasy worlds depicted in his illustrations. Tim uses a mix of graphite, ink and digital colours to create his fascinating artwork.

Keep an eye out at FRiNGELAND for Fringe 2023 merchandise featuring Tim’s work.

rovers & street preformers

Australia’s top rovers and street performers will traverse FRiNGELAND and the Fringe Street Party across the festival’s opening weekend!

The weird and wacky, height defying and bendy, fire throwing and juggling, dancing and drag, hula hooping, musical and purely fantastical!

supported by stand like stone

Fringe Mount Gambier / Berrin is committed to diversity and inclusion through the arts. The Fringe OUTREACH program brings Fringe arts experiences directly to vulnerable groups and those who experience barriers to arts participation.

In 2023, we are proud to continue our work with organisations such as Boandik, Oaks Aged Care, Resthaven, AC Care, Serene Country Living and Connecting Foster and Kinship Care Co.

clara cupcakes

micheal jack

lego man

timmehtek ophelia butts

basketball man

the bait fridge

‘A chaos of raw action, colour, costume and ‘A chaos of raw action, colour, costume and community creates the nucleus for the ever transforming realm of The Bait Fridge. The manipulators of this wet, hyper-colourful landscape are bound to no laws except visual, sonic and social evolution’

Experience The Bait Fridge at FRiNGELAND all weekend!

‘Into the Deep Blue’ by Tim Goschnick

impact live from ukraine

(live attendees)

Wed 29 March, 7pm / DJ + Bar from 6pm

Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre

$15 / $10

As the bombs started falling in Ukraine, actors took shelter in their local theatre, and over the following day performed and filmed “The Book of Sirens” in English.

Producer and director Alex Borovenskiy with actress Anabell Ramirez will join us live with their vision for Ukraine Fringe 2

A special event from Ukraine shared live with Castlemaine Fringe and Fringe Mount Gambier.

contained bioluminescence

Absorb & emit

13 March - 2 April

Berrin / Mount Gambier

FringeUP! is an immersive arts experience, where the community is invited to “Fringe UP” in the festival colour BLUE, and share their creativity.

Fringe Mount Gambier / Berrin are asking everyone to create a wave of BLUE together across our city and region! We invite businesses, shop fronts, organisations, shops, schools and residents to “Fringe UP” their premises in the lead up to and during the festival.

Embrace the festival colour Blue and 2023 festival theme, INTO THE DEEP BLUE and dress up your shop fronts, trade vans and vehicles, school yards and classrooms! Snap a photo and send it to Fringe for your chance to win a PRIZE! Head to the Fringe website for more info.

fri 24 march – mon 27 march

fringeland free

Returning in 2023, visual artist Marharnia of Tenchii (formally known as Mount Gambier body painter Dreambolic Art), brings another temporary large-scale mural space installation.

Her 2021 exhibit, the black light installation “Contained Bioluminescence” inspired by the South East’s infamous Ghost (glowing) Mushrooms, was hugely popular. This year in 2023 she will take us INTO THE DEEP BLUE, beneath the ocean waves, showing us bioluminescent marine life and creating a festival of lights at FRiNGELAND! Presenting the addition to the Contained Bioluminescence series: Absorb + Emit

Sponsored by Australian Gas Networks

Gone Wild

Sat 1 April, 6:30pm

The Old Y Complex

FP $25, C $15

Be immersed into the world of aerial dance. These acrobats will amaze and captivate as they perform above you. Our ‘ Gone wild ‘ performers will treat you to breathtaking aerial manoeuvres which will have you gasping in awe.

The night will kick off with Fringe Comedy before launching audiences into a world of aerial ! Arrive early for Bar and Snacks from 6:30pm, show at 7:30pm.

Koondoom Yarkeen Karweeyn FRiNGELAND STAGE FREE

Gunditjmara dance group made up from descendants of the Kerrup Gunditj clan from South West Victoria.

Sharing and displaying their ongoing connection to their Ancestors, Songlines, Culture and Traditions in an ever changing modern world. Utilising the Dhauwurd Wurrung language, they showcase stories passed down, traded and created to keep those connections thriving for generations to come.

Attention Seekers :

Dolly Diamond & Tash York

Sat 25 March, 8pm

The Pantry

FP $30, C $26

Two great friends, with two of the greatest egos. Each desperate for the limelight and each willing to do almost anything for attention. In this no holds barred quest for success

Dolly Diamond and Tash York take you through the trials and tribulations of what it’s like to hold the centre of attention. This uplifting and hilarious cabaret will show why we all deserve a little attention (but they deserve it more).

Michael JACK

Fri 24 March

Sat 25 March

FRiNGELAND FREE

Jack Constable first saw Michael Jackson on his dad’s VHS tapes when he was four-years-old. Since then he hasn’t stopped dancing, dressing and singing MJ.

Flying Flamingos

Fri 24 March

Sat 25 March

FRiNGELAND FREE

These young circus performers will entertain your entire family with routines based in the air!! With a variety of well loved songs from the past, dramatic ensembles, musical theatre and pop songs.

Bottomless Brunch

Sun 26 March, 11:30am

The Commodore

FP $80 (Free-flow drinks), $50 (non-alc)

Welcome to the city’s first bottomless DRAG brunch! Start your day right with a splash of camp and sass, paired with a feast fit for a king, or queen! Free-flowing beverages, a specially curated menu, entertainment set to knock your socks and have you in fits of laughter - Brunch and a show? Let’s go!

The King’s Variety Show

25 March, 6pm

Globe Hotel Garden Bar

FP $25, Gr6+ $20, C $20

The King of The Mount, LOVEIT MURRAY presents a never before seen variety show with outrageous talent from near and far. Prepare for comedy, burlesque, drag, music from artists hailing from Boandik, Naarm and Kaurna Country.

This fast-paced show will have you on the edge of your seat questioning what’s to come next! The weird, the wonderful, the fabulous and kooky - The King’s Variety Show has it all!

Big Blue Ball

Sat 1 April, 9pm

Metro Cafe & Bar

FP $25, Gr6+ $20, C $20

Jump into the deep blue and get wet this Fringe with Le Haus of Butt! Get ready for a night of outrageous fun and enjoy the hilarious shenanigans that are sure to cure your Fringe blues!

Make a Jellyfish with Chrissy

Pudney

Sat 25 March, 10:30am

Riddoch Arts & Cultural Centre

$10, Bookings via 87212563

Create a wacky Jellyfish from recycled materials with Chrissy Pudney. Each “Jelly” will have beautiful tentacles trailing behind in bright and textured colours. No stingers on these friendly little fringed creatures!

Suitable for ages 5+

Dolly Diamond’s Story Time

Sat 25 March, 10:30am

Mount Gambier Library FREE

Direct from Edinburgh Fringe, a fabulous show for the kids and the very young at heart!

Cabaret star, Dolly Diamond, has been reading stories with the renowned Story Box Library and has visited libraries across Australia, reading to little ones across the globe.

Entertaining children with imaginative stories, inspiring young ones to read and fun for the parents with Dolly’s playful banter.

Junkyard Beats: Junklandia

Sat 25 March

FRiNGELAND STAGE FREE

Two brothers from the faraway planet JUNKLANDIA embark on a mission to Earth to teach the earthlings the Junklandian ways of music and creative recycling! This show is a spectacle of rhythm, dance, circus and comedy guaranteed to blow your mind! Closing with an incredible ‘Junk Orchestra’ where audiences are equipped with a recycled instrument; come together to create a one-of-akind Junkyard Band!

Into the Deep Blue: Story

Time

Tue 28 March, 10:30am

Mount Gambier Library FREE

Join us for a very special Story Time as we delve ‘Into the Deep Blue’ in our own magical Children’s Cave/ Yulangu Kanapinan. Following our reading we will complete a lovely craft activity to extend the learning from our story.

Create your Splat!

Fri 24 March, from 4pm

FRiNGELAND

$2 per balloon / $5 for 3

Create your splat! An interactive, Kinetic art experience for all ages. From 4pm until we run out of balloons. Join us at FRiNGELAND and be part of the splat experience!

Bumbles the Clown

Fri 24 March

Sat 25 March

FRiNGELAND FREE

Adelaide’s #1 clown magician is looking forward to having fun at Fringe Mount Gambier! Bumbles appeared on Australia’s Got Talent (2019) and has also performed on Hollywood Boulevard in the US. His magic is full of hilarity and is fun for all ages, young and old.

BasketballMan (USA)

Sun 26 March, 2pm

The Pantry FP $25, C $22, Ch $20, F $80

After travelling the world again BasketballMan brings his actionpacked show back to Adelaide. Witness the best basketball tricks you’ve never seen as BasketballMan spins, dribbles, juggles, and performs stunts in this one-of-a-kind Freestyle Basketball, family-friendly circus show.

Nelson Twins Live at the Ary

Sat 25 March, 7 pm

Ary Sports Bar & Bistro, FP $40

The Nelson Twins are one of the most unique stand-up comedy acts in the world.

Their big bush ranger beards and cracking one liner jokes are just a part of an amazing act never before seen on the comedy circuit. The boys are constantly bickering amongst themselves on stage and are never afraid to tackle a comment from an audience member.

“The Nelson Twins are one of two of my favourite acts in the world”

Jimeoin

“They were utterly brilliant… I was belly laughing. They had me ugly crying!” Alesha Dixon (Britain’s Got Talent)

Jarryd

Goundrey: INCOMING

Fri 24 March, 8pm

Sat 25 March, 9pm

Mount Gambier Hotel

FP $20, GR 6+ $18, C $18

Jarryd Goundrey is Australia’s Least Decorated Soldier. Jarryd is bursting his way through the Australian Comedy Circuit. Hot off the press from a national tour. His show Incoming sold out his run at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

He has performed in every city in Australia and even on an outback tour. Jarryd has opened for some of Australia’s best comedians including Dave Hughes, Dave Thornton, Joel Creasey, Kitty Flanagan, Jimeoin, Claire Hooper

Go, Sports!

Sat 24 March, 7:30pm

Macs Hotel

FP $25, GR6+ $15, C $15

A man. A story. Sport is COOL! Matty Johns, Israel Folau, Wayne Carey: Heroes. It’s the BEST part about Australia, and no one disagrees.

Award winning Gaulier clown and theatremaker, Kyle Walmsley, brings this marathon of comedy from the Northern Territory to you. There will be blood (fake), sweat (real) and tears (who knows).

Point of Contact: The end of the world as we know it

Thu 23 March, 6pm Bob & Gayle Cowan Auditorium, University of SA FREE

Join us for a night of comedy and curiosity with our mixture of comedians and scientists tackling the big question: what will be the end of the world as we know it?

Ministry of Laughs: Best of the Festivals

Sat 1 April, 6pm

Little Rippa Brewing Co

FP $20

One of the most iconic and longest running shows at FRINGE MOUNT GAMBIER returns in 2023! MINISTRY OF LAUGHS presents: Best of the Festival - an unbeatable night of stand-up comedy, showcasing the best in local and national comedy talents coming to Mount Gambier for ONE SHOW ONLY.

6pm for drinks and dinner, SHOW starts at 8pm BOOK EARLY as this show has SOLD OUT every Fringe!

THE GODS, THE GODS, THE GODS

**Feature act

Fri 24 March, 8pm

FRiNGELAND STAGE

FREE

The award-winning team behind international smash-hit shows ORPHEUS & EURYDICE.

3 performers; 4 stories; 12 tracks; 1 show full of big beats, soaring melodies and heart-stopping spoken-word. Wright&Grainger call us to the crossroads where mythology meets real life.

Orpheus

Thu 23 March, 7:30pm

The Pantry FP $25, C $18

Dove is single and turning 30. He’s at the bar. Eurydice is an ancient soul, a tree nymph. And Bruce Springsteen is on the jukebox. A journey from dive bars, and backstreets to Hades in a tale of impossible, death-defying love told through hair-raising spoken word and souring soul music.

Behind the scenes with Guthrak

Sat 1 April, 6pm Mount Gambier High School : Drama Room FREE

See the raw version of Guthrak in development as the creative team tests ideas, script and design ready for the world premiere of Guthrak at the dreamBIG Festival in May 2023.

This interactive show inspired by the game Dungeons and Dragons, ages 12+.

fringe pool party

Sunday 26 March 1pm - 3pm

Wulanda Recreation & Convention Centre

Pool Entry Fee applies for swimmers

It’s a Fringe Pool Party at the community’s new aquatic playground, Wulanda!

Wulanda, meaning ‘enjoy or cherish’ in Bunganditj language, is a gathering place for all to participate. We are bringing a taste of Fringe to the aquatic playground! We have some of the most acclaimed Fringe performers ready to descend across Wulanda to celebrate and entertain!

Featuring The Bait Fridge, Tash York, Dolly Diamond, DJ and more….

Party Poopers

Sat 25 March

FRiNGELAND STAGE FREE

Put on your party hat ‘cos you’re invited to this surprise party! Wildhouse Circus infuses exceptional circus skills with all the classic party games. Hula hooping, tumbling and awe-

Big Balloon Stunt Show

Fri 24 March, Sat 25 March

FRiNGELAND STAGE FREE

Acrobat, balloon wiz and comic, Ciara Thorburn jumps into Fringe Mount Gambier with her delightful, high-energy show. Roll up and see the craziest stunts you never thought were possible, with the Big Balloon Stunt Show! Featuring comedy acrobatics, slapstick, juggling

After successful outings at Scienceworks and shows across Melbourne and regional Australia, the Big Balloon Stunt Show is the perfect fun event

Clara Cupcakes

Fri 24 March

FRiNGELAND STAGE FREE

Clara Cupcakes is bringing vaudeville back and the other rubes don’t know how to act. She was once introduced as award-winning, the inventor of sliced bread, and the reason Harold Holt disappeared. Only two of those things are true.

Innovator, salivator and tittyshaker, Clara bridges the gaps between burlesque, comedy, drag, and circus by sticking her fingers into every performance pie within arm’s reach and shoving them figuratively (rarely literally) into the awaiting audience maws for a new taste sensation. Come take a trip to clown town with Clara Cupcakes. Giant shoes mandatory.

PLAI Space

Fri 24 March

Sat 25 March

FRiNGELAND FREE

PLAI (Promoting Learning through Active Interaction) brings their juggling, poi, hula, and more to FRiNGELAND

PLAI space will be there to entertain, instruct, and inspire anyone willing to try something fun! Come spin, juggle, and PLAI!

Kapi Tjukurpa (Water Story)

The Artists / Ernabella Arts

Thu 23 March - Mon 27 March

Bay Road, Thugi / Cave Garden

FREE

Artists from Ernabella Arts, located in Pukatja Community, at the Eastern end of the Musgrave Ranges in the far north west of South Australia. As featured in the AGSA exhibition, Tarnanthi 2020 : Open Hands, paying tribute to senior artists who pass on vital cultural knowledge to younger generations.

‘Curves on Canvas’ Sip and

Paint

Sat 25 March,9pm

FRiNGELAND

FP $40

A special Sip and Paint event @ FRiNGELAND with burlesque performer IVY FOX and Artscape

Creatives! Ivy Fox is a multiaward winning pinup and Burlesque performer.

A fun guided visual art experience, where you will be surprised with your own creativity. Bring your friends or make new friends and join us on a painterly journey. We will support you every step of the way. No experience necessary. All materials included in ticket price. - Strictly 18+

LIVE Installation with Artist in Residence; Kaitlyn Paltridge

9am - 1pm Fri 24 March

Mount Gambier Library FREE

Join us with our LIVE artist in residence, Kaitlyn Paltridge, as she brings to life an underwater scene. Kaity will be reflecting on today’s changing environment, in particular the coral reef. The art work will be splashed across our windows overlooking the beautiful Cave Garden/Thugi - a chance for FRINGE attendees to have a selfie photo opportunity. On display throughout the festival dates.

Taking Flight - Birds from the Riddoch Collection Festival Duration, open from 10am daily

Riddoch Arts & Cultural Centre FREE

Feathered and flighty, birds have a way of captivating our eyes with their bold plumage, while arresting our ears with warbled tunes. This exhibition is drawn exclusively from the Riddoch’s collection and celebrates all things avian. Taking Flight showcases how Australian artists have long been inspired to paint, sculpt, and draw birds, offering fresh narratives and new perspectives on the life of birds, how humans engage with birds, and especially the multifaceted symbolism of birds.

Resonance

Sun 26 March, 6pm

Artscape Creatives Studio FP $40, GR6+ $38, C $38

Immerse yourself in an artistic experience that combines music with the visual world. Join Pariya and Ruth from Artscape and sonic artist Scott Maxwell from Electric Consciousness for an immersive art journey.

We invite you to a sound bath and visual art experience.Explore your inner artist and be open to the power of sound. Art and Music come together, allowing participants to engage with multiple art forms at the same time. Suitable for 16 years +

Into the Deep Blue ‘Psychedelic’ sip and paint

FRiNGELAND

FP $40

The Awe &

Wonder of the Ordinary Festival Duration, Open from 10am daily Little Blue Wren Gifts & Art FREE

Presented by Little Blue Wren Gifts & Art

‘Awe and Wonder of the Ordinary’ is an invitation for the viewer to reacquaint themselves with the beauty of the ordinary in our everyday lives; and an opportunity to explore the oft overlooked details in the seemingly mundane, through innovative and strikingly beautiful works from mixed media artist, Jane McCumstie.

arts

Sat 25 March, 5pm - 6:30pm

Get your art on! Dive ‘Into the Deep Blue Psychedelic’ Sip and Paint event @ FRiNGELAND with Artscape Creatives! A fun guided visual art experience, where you will be surprised with your own creativity. Bring your friends or make new friends and join us on a painterly journey. We will support you every step of the way.

No experience necessary. All materials included in ticket price.

Stokes

Fri 24 March

FRiNGELAND STAGE

FREE

Three-piece band with influences of surf, garage, psych and R&B; Mikey McInerney (guitar / vocals), Jack Lockwood (bass / vocals) and Jimmy Wallace (drums) have just released their debut EP. With energetic performances and melodic songwriting, Stokes create feel-good vibes infectious to any listener.

Tullara

Sat 25 March

FRiNGELAND STAGE FREE

Tullara has played respected music festivals in Australia and abroad, achieved 1.5mill Spotify streams and opened for Ocean Alley, Xavier Rudd, The Waifs, and Mia Dyson. Tullara and her band take folk/roots/rock to a whole new level.

Tyrell Bonney

Fri 24 March

FRiNGELAND STAGE

FREE

Vocalist, instrumentalist, and producer, Tyrell is a teenage indie alt-rock singer/songwriter, producing and writing in the same vein as bands like The 1975, Say Anything & Twenty One Pilots. One to watch, Tyrell is just getting started!

TONIX

Sat 25 March

FRiNGELAND STAGE FREE

Presented by Fringe Mount Gambier / Berrin

Tonix has risen as a young duo in Adelaide, inspired by M83’s “Hurry Up We’re Dreaming” and the live energy and passion of artists like Baker Boy and The Comet is Coming. Underpinned by hand-mastered synthesizer sounds, Tonix features dreamy vocals from vocalist Sammi Keough. A dominant live force, catch Tonix now, cos they’re going to blow up!

Hundo Milli

Fri 24 March

FRiNGELAND STAGE

FREE

Hundo Milli is a 16 year old melodic hip hop artist based in Warrnambool, Victoria. He plans to elevate his career with his uplifting and catchy melodies.

The Wallaces

Sat 24 March

FRiNGELAND FREE

CHRISTY Wallace has taken her songs from the Limestone Coast to abroad in France. Joined by husband Jason on guitar and son Jimmy on drums, the trio win over crowds wherever they go with a country-folk style mixed with plenty of soul.

Tripp.Balency

Sat 25 March

FRiNGELAND STAGE

FREE

Emerging hip hop artist, Tripp Balency is hitting up the FRiNGELAND Stage! After taking some time to focus on writing new music, Tripp is excited to return to the stage with new tunes, moves and vibes influenced by Kid Laroi, Travis Scott and Playboi CaTrti.

Rob Howe & The Guillotines (UK)

Fri 24 March

FRiNGELAND STAGE FREE

A blend of Indie-Rock & Alternative (The Killers, War on Drugs vibes), Rob Howe weaves catchy vocals and memorable melodies. Previously of UK band Polarsets ( BBC Radio 1, SXSW and supporting Interpol), Rob Howe is headed south with new band, The Guillotines.

The Birds are Spies

Sat 25 March

FRiNGELAND STAGE FREE

This alternative three piece, with Gracie Northam on vocals, Lachie Durrans on percussion and Jack Larkin on strings, have been flooring crowds with their unique sound and explosive live set. Recent single, Loose Change, has created big waves - not a band to miss!

New Monos

Sat 25 March

FRiNGELAND STAGE FREE

With their roots in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Melbourne-based band The New Monos combine inspiration from their South American heritage and diverse musical experience with the flavour of contemporary Buenos Aires, mixing Reggae, Folklore, Cumbia, Rock, Rumba, Hip-hop and Latin beats.

Once Upon A Time In Italy

Fri 31 March, 7pm

Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre

FP $15

Once Upon A Time In Italy is a narrative concert that takes the audience through the golden age of Italian cinema from the 50s to the 70s. Rare and renowned music themes from Italian movies are performed live on stage against a backdrop of images and footage, and interwoven with the stories behind those films, soundtracks and composers.

Blok Party: feat. Louise Adams

Sun 26 March, from 4pm Good Intentions Wine Bar

FP $15 Early Bird - limited

Vintage X Fringe! Mingle with fringe folks and artists, enjoy a guest performance by Fringe artistic director and musician, LOUISE ADAMS, and friends on stage.

Fill your Fringe weekend cup to the brink with original music, DJ, beers and wine by Good Intentions Wine Co.

Carmen: Dedicated to You

Sat 1 April, 8pm

Mount Gambier Bowls Club

FP $42, Gr6+ $38, C $38

Carmen McRae was an influential Jazz vocalist of the 20th century; the ‘singer’s singer’. Her prolific recording / performing career spanned 6 decades and she was admired by peers Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald. Join Fi and Frenz as they explore the story and music of one of the greats

“Invisible Orchestra” by Hunter Rogers

Thursday 30 March, 7:30pm Old Courthouse FP $25, C $20

SA musician, Hunter Rogers, embarks on a narrative and auditory spectrum of song and journey. Drawing from multiple flavours of music performance from Rock to Baroque Pop; Synthwave to Music Theatre; Industrial to Prog.

RACES AFTER PARTY ft

HAVANA BROWN

Fri 31 March, 5:30pm

Jens Hotel Beach Bar

FP $20 Early Bird

Havana Brown has toured the world as the opening act for A-List artists such as Britney Spears, Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull, Pussycat Dolls, Lady Gaga, Rihanna and Chris Brown. She is a powerhouse of energy on the stage and will be giving Mount Gambier quite the show!

Rock Band Night

Sat 1 April, 6pm

Jens Hotel Beach Bar

FREE

Jens Beach Bar will be your next Rock out with Rock Band Night on April 1st, local boys Higgs Field along with Adelaide bands Feed the Fire and In-Bloom: Nirvana Tribute are putting on a show you won’t want to miss.

Finale @ Fringe with Corner Pocket Big Band

FP $60, C $50 (Show & Food)

Experience Big Band swing music of the 1920’s-1950’s.

Relive your love of the classic jazz composers; Duke Ellington, Thad Jones, Count Basie, Glen Miller. A 20-piece band of the most talented musicians in the region.

Nightline

Sun 26 March, 2pm

The Apple Farm

FP $50 (includes Pizza)

The ultimate Sunday seshfeaturing Funk/Soul/Rhythm & Blues/Reggae group Nightline. Enjoy The Apple Farm’s unlimited pizza while grooving to the sweet sounds of these eclectic musicians featuring Callum Unger, James Owen & Mikey McInerney.

Ocean

Sun 26 March, 2pm

Jens Hotel Beach Bar FREE

Join the band, Ocean, for a Sunday session of 70s and 80s music on Fringe opening weekend! Enjoy classics from Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Bowie, Neil Young and more!

BON FIRE - ACDC Tribute Band

Fri 24 March, 9pm

Jens Hotel Beach Bar FREE

BON FIRE - Playing the Best of Bon Scott era AC/DC, an explosive musical act you won’t want to miss!

UNB’ROCKEN

Sat 25 March, 9pm

Jens Hotel Beach Bar FREE

On their 3rd Australian Tour, t his young enigmatic blues/rock/ funk band are finally back! Bali’s most sought after live band was formed in UBUD by two friends. With unparalleled instrumental skills, these buys are a must see for any and all live music lovers!

Spirit Connections

@ Bay Blue

Sun 26 March,7pm

Bay Blue Espresso Bar

FP $40, GR6+ $38, C $38

Join Medium Rhiannon Rose & the crew at Bay Blue Espresso for an evening of Connections with Spirit as Rhiannon connects audience members with their loved ones on the other side. Build your own platters available with local wines presented and a sneaky espresso martini if desired.

Picnic in the Park

Sun 2 April, 11am

Mount Gambier Railway Lands

FREE

An all ages community event in Mount Gambier to celebrate Fringe Mount Gambier and our Limestone Coast LGBTQIA+ community. Join us for Picnic in the Park at the Mount Gambier Railway Lands on Sunday 2nd April 2023. This is a communityorganised event by volunteers of the Limestone Coast Connect community and supporters.

venues & disability access

Artscape Creatives Art Studio

40 Gray Street

Berrin / Mount Gambier

Ary Sports Bar & Bistro, RSL

16 Sturt Street

Farmers Markets & Makers

Sat 25 March, 9am

FRiNGELAND

FREE

Kick start the festivities at FRiNGELAND on Saturday with the Mount Gambier Farmers Market and Makers. Bringing together local artisan makers combined & local producers.

Berrin / Mount Gambier

Bay Blue Espresso Bar

45 Bay Road

Berrin / Mount Gambier

Bob & Gayle Cowan

Auditorium, University of SA

170 - 174 Wireless Road

West Berrin / Mount Gambier

Casadio Park

Bay Road

Berrin / Mount Gambier

FRiNGELAND, Thugi / Cave Garden

Berrin / Mount Gambier

Globe Hotel Garden Bar

6 Ferrers Street, Berrin / Mount Gambier

Good Intention Wine Bar

Badenochs, 155B Bay Road

Berrin / Mount Gambier

Jens Hotel Beach Bar

40 Commercial Street

Berrin / Mount Gambier

Gold Cup Carnival

Launch Party

Wed 29 March, 6:30pm

Noky @ The Henty

FP $60

Enjoy the official Scott Group of Companies Gold Cup Carnival Launch Party. Ticket includes elevated canapés, entertainment and a drink on arrival. A brilliant way to kick off the racing action.

Program details are correct at time of printing but are subject to change where necessary and without notice. Please check Fringemountgambier.com.au for up-to-date details.

Please be aware that you may be filmed or photographed while taking part in Festival events. All OFFICIAL Festival photographers will be clearly identified. Any footage or photos may be used to promote the Festival in future.

We are an open access Festival. The views of artists in the program do not necessarily represent the views of Fringe Mount Gambier / Berrin.

crew & community

Limestone Coast Pantry 1/20 Harrald Street Berrin / Mount Gambier

Little Blue Wren Gifts & Art 111 Commercial Street West Berrin / Mount Gambier

Little Rippa Brewing Co 107 Ruwoldt Road Yahl, SA

Macs Hotel 21 Bay Road Berrin / Mount Gambier

Metro Café & Bakery 13 Commercial Street East Berrin / Mount Gambier

Mount Gambier Bowls Club 172 Commercial St West Berrin / Mount Gambier

Mount Gambier High School: Drama Room Brownes Road, Berrin / Mount Gambier

Mount Gambier Hotel 2 Commercial St West Berrin / Mount Gambier

Mount Gambier Library 6 Watson Terrace Berrin / Mount Gambier

Mount Gambier Railway Lands LOT 101 Margaret St Berrin / Mount Gambier

Noky @ The Henty 96 Jubilee Hwy E Berrin / Mount Gambier

Riddoch Arts & Cultural Centre 1 Bay Road Berrin / Mount Gambier

Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre 10 Watson Terrace Berrin / Mount Gambier

The Apple Farm 77 Clarke Rd, OB Flat

The Commodore 1 Jubilee Highway East Berrin / Mount Gambier

The Old Courthouse 42A Bay Rd, Mount Gambier

The Old Y Complex 1 Keegan St Berrin / Mount Gambier

Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre 7 Margaret St Berrin / Mount Gambier

It takes many volunteers, months and hours to bring a festival like Fringe Mount Gambier / Berrin to fruition. Fringe Berrin Inc. would like to acknowledge the work of the Fringe Planning Team and volunteers, both for 2023 and previous years, who have provided their time, experience and skills to ensure our community has an amazing arts and cultural festival to enjoy.

To all those in the community that support the festival, whether it be through attending events, business support, participating in Fringe UP!, supporting artists and venues, or the artists and venues who work so hard to present a full Fringe program - we say THANK YOU!

together, we created this!

BARS

FOOD

ACTIVITIES

PERFORMANCE AREAS

TOILETS

FIRST AID

DISABILITY ACCESS

fringe partners & sponsors

major partners

headliners

curtain raiser

accomodation partners

roadie

cheer squad

• Redgum Country

Lima and Co

Your Podiatrist

Mount Gambier Central

• Tony Pasin MP

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