The Palace Society takes the reign
Elizabeth's Palace - Elizabeth Quay, The Esplanade, Perth
Reigning at Elizabeth Quay, the Elizabeth Palace will be getting Olivia Newton-John level physical. Combining theatre, dance and, dare we say, magic in one space, it will be an unforgettable venue nestled into the new heart of FRINGE WORLD.
Expect to see the likes of Matt Hale tantalising your mind and your rib cage with his comedy hypnosis, as well as Matt Tarrant, who as always will be bringing mystery and magic to every moment.
Dave Callan in Every Video Clip Ever
Comedic gem Dave Callan will be playing out the role of diva as he re-creates every pop music video you can imagine and while we’re mentioning divas, if you want to learn how to pop it and lock it like Beyonce, look no further than BEY PARTY!
All this and more are on the way from Elizabeth’s Palace, with all signs pointing to a very royal affair.
Flour Palace - 16 Queen St Perth
If you’re looking for performances unlike any other that combine theatre, your funny bone and just a hint of burlesque, look no further than The Flour Palace.
Marcel Lucont ETC. - A Chat Show.
With unique performances in mind, Flour Palace will be home to the likes of exotic French interviewer Marcel Lucont as he hosts a chat show like no other, plus, the disorderly conduct of the nurses in Triage! A Nursing Cabaret: Discharged! will have you laughing long after visitor hours finish.
Triage! A Nursing Cabaret: Discharged.
The talents of local maestro Jessie Gordon will also compel and enthral within the tucked away venue, while fellow locals Bogan Shakespeare will bring a whole new spin to the tale of Hamlet, which we’re not quite sure we’re ready for.
Join these performers and more as dynamic, inspiring work flows readily from within the Flour Palace’s walls.
Laneway Palace - 414 Murray St, Perth
Cabaret meets comedy in the Laneway Palace. Expect physical, yet intimate performances where personal tales will make you feel as though they were your own. Laughs abound in Franny Pack, as Fran Middleton tells personal tales of discovering the world around her, while Bradley McCaw is guaranteed to impress a crowd with his nimble fingers on the black and ivory keys.
Bradley McCaw - Fastest Piano in the West.
The Showhouse Perth have an experience in mind, over a performance. Become enamoured with the cabaret spectacular as they highlight the beautiful flaws of the human condition. All this and more await as all senses are brought into focus by the entertainers of Laneway Palace during FRINGE WORLD 2018.
1907 Palace - 26 Queen St, Perth
Dark humour, intrigue, a hint of fantasy and delightful drag await in the luxurious setting of 1907 Palace. Mysterious, comfortable and tantalising in every way, don’t miss out on the magic that awaits up the flight of stairs.
Anna Morris in It's Got To Be Perfect.
The ultimate bridezilla will make you laugh, cry and question your floral arrangements when Anna Morris strides down the aisle in It’s Got To Be Perfect. If she doesn’t grab your attention, than Alexis Dubus will when he not only conquers the world in his new stage show, but 1907 Palace.
Attention grabbing and dynamic is a clear theme for 1907 Palace, with the the glamonster that is GINGZILLA putting her legs and her vocal chords to fabulous use to captivate Perth crowds.
Gingzilla: Glamonster vs The World.
All this and more awaits, with the all-star Fringe line-up sure to tick every box.
Globe Palace - 495 - 497 Wellington St, Perth
A slick venue made for slick performers, Globe Palace is just as established as the performers it will contain.
James Nokise: Talk a Big Game.
James Nokise will talk a big game before beguiling his audience with political satire - wait, we mean sports. He’ll be discussing sports. FRINGE WORLD favourite Neal Portenza will be making an appearance, ready to captivate Perth crowds with wit and a slick sense of style, like he always does.
Michael Shafar’s Kosher Bacon is sure to bring the house down, the comedic stylings that have seen him write for ABC and Triple J finding their way to the funny bone of the west coast. Laughs a plenty and more than one insightful comment on the world will be witnessed at Globe Palace, so head along and enjoy the emotional rollercoaster.
Belgian Palace - Cnr, Murray St & King St, Perth
Comics from across all generations will tell their anecdotes about life, love and well… why they are pissed off (which is even funnier) in the kingdom of Belgian Palace. Tender moments mixed with immense rib-tickling, for a pick-me up, look no further than the Belgian Palace.
Gran In A Van will be making tears roll down your cheeks for all the right reasons, with an outlook on life that can’t be beaten, she will definitely show you a new way to look at the world.
British comedic darling Elf Lyons will take you on an unforgettable performance, guided by her legs for days, around the Belgian Palace space. Sam Taunton plans to keep the laughs flowing from Elf, with his own vision of modern life making your rib cage shudder with every sentence.
Laughter is truly the best medicine from the perspective of the Belgian Palace, with all performers promising to cure what ales ya’ with a healthy dose.
Circus Palace - Elizabeth Quay, The Esplanade, Perth
Circus Palace joins its sister Elizabeth Palace within the Elizabeth Quay surrounds. Expect amazing circus creations as performers take to the skies, the earth and utilise all performance spaces under the big top to charm the Perth public.
Notorious Strumpet and Dangerous Girl will utilise pure, flowing movement and dynamic performance skills to take you on a journey you may never forget.
Speaking of journeys, the Out of This World Children’s Show promises to do just that - blast off into the universe while fuelling a sense of wonder and imagination not only in the little folk, but older generations alike. Lunar Circus will be putting on a circus bonanza within the sky-high performance space, particularly when they present The Circus Cabaret. Exotic, all-encompassing and down-right wonderful, it will be one to put in the diary as a do-not-miss.
Lunar Circus Presents "The Circus Cabaret".
Combining imagination with the utmost skill, all Circus Palace performers will be a visual feast, so don’t forget to grab your ticket to the buffet!
Ibis Palace - 334 Murray St, Perth
The theatrical and funny folk have found a home within Ibis Palace. Expect detailed performances, tears in your eyes, and an interactive atmosphere that will stay with you long after the curtains close.
Weirdo
Magic is real and it’s kind of weird, at least when Robbie T is involved. Catch the “Weirdo” as he astounds, confuses and delights audiences from all over Perth.
Sometimes not is all as it seems on the surface, a concept that All That Glitters will explore as it encapsulates the essence of gold-mining in Kalgoorlie, digging beneath to discover more than just the glimmering entity.
I’m OKayfabe
Two gals. One boxing ring. You’ll never guess what happens next in I’m OKayfabe. These gals won’t be the only ones throwing punches, as every artist in the Ibis Palace line-up undoubtedly has something to prove. A program not to be missed, grab your tickets now!
Feature image: Notorious Strumpet and Dangerous Girl.