Fringe shows for kids

Published: Sun, Dec 12 2021

For kids with a lot of energy

		Family Rave Day – Intergalactic This year, Family Rave Day is taking a trip to outer space. Visit the hottest family dance party this Fringe and enjoy club DJs and circus entertainers. Suitability: ages 0-14 Duration: 60 minutes

		Brat Kids Carnival Enjoy this high-energy circus show for all ages, presented by the brilliant team of circus artists and mischief-makers of Briefs Factory. Suitability: ages 4-14 Duration: 50 minutes

		CVC Community Circus Workshop Performers from CVC Circus will be facilitating this interactive workshop where kids can come down and try something new! Suitability: ages 6-14 Duration: 45 minutes

		Pirates!! Who doesn’t love pirates? This interactive event involves maps, treasure, and monsters. Suitability: ages 4-10 Duration: 30 minutes

		FRINGE WORLD Silent Disco The perfect space for the whole family to bust out their dance moves. Grab a pair of headphones and make your way to the dancefloor! Suitability: all ages

For kids who love to learn

		An Utterly Rubbish Adventure From the very clever James Hancox comes this performance which will change the way your little ones view garbage forever. Expect high-energy physical theatre and rubbish puppets. Suitability: ages 5-12 Duration: 50 minutes

		Magnus’ Explosion Laboratory: Electrickery! For the kids who love experiments and all things science, this is the show! Mad scientist Magnus Danger Magnus presents his most ambitious show yet with jaw-dropping live demonstrations. Suitability: ages 3-17 Duration: 50 minutes

		A BEE STORY This isn’t your average circus show. Queen Bee and Worker Bee need to work together to rebuild their home after a bushfire, but things don’t go to plan. Expect themes of environmentalism and sustainability. Suitability: ages 3-12 Duration: 45 minutes

Shows to make their jaws drop

		BasketballMan Can Fly Witness the best basketball tricks you’ve never seen before as BasketballMan spins, dribbles, juggles, and performs stunts in this crime-fighting circus show. Suitability: all ages Duration: 50 minutes

		The Greatest Magic Show! Ready to be wowed? Check out this great magic show for the whole family. Oh, and kids get a magic wand upon entry! Suitability: ages 4-12 Duration: 60 minutes

		Dreams of a Lonely Planet Three dance-theatre artists and a live sound composer bring to life the abstract story of a young boy’s journey to the 'Lonely Planet', told through movement, caricatures, and shadow puppetry. Suitability: ages 7-12 Duration: 45 minutes

		Wilbur the Optical Whale 'Wilbur' is an immersive, interactive and accessible performance for children aged 3+. Set in an awesome underwater world, the show is full of fun, interactive play, circus tricks, digital and visual imagery, and music. Suitability: ages 3-10 Duration: 45 minutes

For the whole family

		PreHysterical A hilarious circus show for children and parents of all ages, following three foolish Neanderthals as they struggle to survive the harsh natural world. Don’t forget the incredible circus and tongue-in-cheek humour for the adults! Suitability: ages 5-10 Duration: 50 minutes

		VIKINGS! Arm yourselves for a mighty Viking adventure! Join Ulf and Ragnar on an epic voyage of circus and comedy across rough seas. Suitability: ages 2-12 Duration: 50 minutes

		Little Bangers! An improvised musical extravaganza for families. This choose your own adventure musical is sure to be a fun-night out for the fam. Suitability: ages 7-18 Duration: 60 minutes

		PLAYGROUND VR This immersive VR experience lets you explore the playground of your dreams, whether you’re a little kid or a big kid! Suitability: rated PG Duration: 30 minutes

For kids who love to laugh

		Class Clowns Crash Course (Workshop) Are your kids interested in performing comedy? This workshop builds confidence and hones comedic talent. Suitability: ages 13-18 Duration: 60 minutes

		Cameron McLaren’s Big Dumb Game Show For Kids This show combines classic game shows with chaos – perfect for kids who love a good laugh. Suitability: ages 7-14 Duration: 50 minutes

		Elliot’s Big Nose and the Snot That It Grows This puppet show follows a girl who discovers she can grow metre-long snot from her nose. This show is great for kids who love all things gross! Suitability: ages 7-11 Duration: 45 minutes

		Don’t Mess With The Dummies Set up camp and stampede into the jungle for a circus-filled extravaganza that will leave you chuckling like a monkey and roaring for more. Suitability: ages 5-12 Duration: 60 minutes

For kids who want a treat

		FRINGE WORLD Mermaids: The Splash Zone Catch a kiss, hear a tale, or have a splashy fun afternoon when the weather is too warm. Perfect for little dreamers and the young at heart. Suitability: all ages Duration: 30 minutes

		Bubble Show with Mini Milkshake A lonely Dr Bubble sits in his laboratory making bubbles with his only friend, a lifeless hand-puppet. One day Dr Bubble creates a magic bubble that brings the mischief-making puppet to life. Suitability: ages 0-12 Duration: 60 minutes

		Experience Perth Family Tour In this adventure, your family will sit on the back of a Rickshaw Chariot with your own personal Chauffeur and roam around the beautiful, ever-developing City of Perth and be taken to iconic spots. Suitability: ages 5-12 Duration: 90 minutes

For older kids

		CIRCUS FIRE Spectacular! This circus show is mind-blowing from start to finish. Expect comedy, acrobatics and, of course, fire! Suitability: rated PG Duration: 50 minutes

		A Simple Space Supported by driving live percussion, A Simple Space is acrobatics like you have never seen before. Suitability: all ages Duration: 60 minutes

		DRAG TIME MUSIC HALL: An All Ages Vaudeville of Classics and Campery Get your delicious dose of fun-loving entertainment with this lively and vibrant drag show for all ages! Suitability: rated PG Duration: 50 minutes

		Johnno McDonno Falls in Love Part physical theatre, part Japanese gameshow, and part romantic comedy, Johnno McDonno Falls in Love is about one clown's journey to win the heart of the girl of his dreams. Suitability: rated PG Duration: 60 minutes

		My Greatest Period Ever Lucy combines her experience as a folk singer, Human Biology teacher and Health and Relationships Educator to 'edutain' one and all about the four hormonal phases of the menstrual cycle. Suitable for ages 14+. For under 14s, some sessions are an altered show called How to Period Like a Unicorn. Duration: 60 minutes