Willing Participant

Willing Participant

Logie-winning actor Rob Carlton brings his 5-star Adelaide Fringe hit, WILLING PARTICIPANT, to FRINGE WORLD in 2025

“Storytelling at it's most delightfulness told by a consummate performer★★★★★ Glam Adelaide 2024

"Each story was pure joy... Magnetic in his delivery" ★★★★★ Stage Whispers, 2024

In 1 hour, Rob tells four true stories: sexual taboos, big lies, deep heartaches, and blind hope. With stories from his 20s to his 50s, this world-class storyteller reminds us what it is to feel alive! Directed by theatre and comedy legend Darren Gilshenan, you’ll laugh, cry, laugh again and leave in love with the world.

"Hilarious and profound" Trent Dalton, 2024
"Just Superb" Michala Banas, 2024
"It's rare you can recommend something that everyone would enjoy, this is that show!" Wil Anderson, 2024

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Theatre & Performance | Spoken Word
State Theatre Centre of WA
3:30pm, 4:30pm, 6:15pm
19 Jan - 25 Jan
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18Greatest of all timeGreatest of all time
6Recycle that, would see againRecycle that, would see again
No idea what I just sawNo idea what I just saw
Not my cup of teaNot my cup of tea
Sexy fringe showSexy fringe show
1Emotional roller-coasterEmotional roller-coaster
2Laughed so hard I criedLaughed so hard I cried
Emotional roller-coaster
“Emotional roller-coaster”
Funny, profound, thought provoking, perfectly executed
Reviewed by Mike R.
23 January 2025
Greatest of all time
“Greatest of all time”
I Have Been Coming To Fringe For Many Years And This Performance Is Up Their With The Best Of Them. Totally Engaging, Occasionally Sad But Mostly Funny And Very Clever. Go See It Before It Closes.
Reviewed by Alan B.
23 January 2025
Greatest of all time
“Greatest of all time”
Amazing storytelling!! You’ll laugh and cry, and laugh again!
Reviewed by Elisabeth P.
23 January 2025
Recycle that, would see again
“Recycle that, would see again”
Moving, Heartwarming, And Hilarious! A Wonderful And Intimate Show 🔥🔥🔥
Reviewed by Sarah C.
23 January 2025
Recycle that, would see again
“Recycle that, would see again”
Immaculate, authentic, cathartic and gripping.
Reviewed by Georgina C.
22 January 2025
Recycle that, would see again
“Recycle that, would see again”
Moving and superbly acted. Bravo!
Reviewed by Kylie B.
22 January 2025
Greatest of all time
“Greatest of all time”
Brilliant storyteller
Reviewed by Lisa F.
22 January 2025
Recycle that, would see again
“Recycle that, would see again”
Great show/ story teller...took you on a journey of life's twists, turns and unpredictability....loved the show Rob, thank you for sharing your life's stories.
Reviewed by Kim F.
21 January 2025
Greatest of all time
“Greatest of all time”
Was really great. Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Reviewed by Katherine D.
21 January 2025
Recycle that, would see again
“Recycle that, would see again”
Funny, moving, superbly well written and performed!!
Reviewed by Julitha S.
21 January 2025
Greatest of all time
“Greatest of all time”
Must See - Stories from the heart
Reviewed by Gae S.
21 January 2025
Greatest of all time
“Greatest of all time”
Really Enjoyed....very compelling...a must see!
Reviewed by Graeme O.
20 January 2025