Yeah the Girls: The Shows Smashing the Patriarchy this Adelaide Fringe.
Are you looking for a show that preaches the good word of Feminism this Fringe? How about shows championing visibility and representation of female, femme and genderqueer artists? Or is it female artists excelling at their craft that you're into? Then do we have the show for you! Well, 39, to be exact.
Compiled by Millicent Sarre, cabaret artist and vocal lover of women, here are the shows championing Women, Femme Folk and Feminism this Adelaide Fringe.
The Defiant
Presented by Highwire Entertainment
Bringing together world class athletes and acrobats, The Defiant is a celebration of rebellion and fierceness, camaraderie and joy, exploring what it means to be strong through adversity.
Dolly Diamond and Tash York : Attention Seekers
Presented by Big hair media
Two great friends, with two of the greatest egos. 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.
Millicent Sarre is: Opinionated
Presented by Millicent Sarre
Adelaide's feminist cabaret powerhouse Millicent Sarre has opinions and is not afraid to share them, complete with her signature blend of unforgettable original songs, and poignant social commentary. Use code OPENINGUP for 30% off full-priced tickets 17-19th Feb.
Endo Days
Presented by Expressions Media
Endo Days is a singing support group for patients, partners, parents and people affected by endometriosis. With original songs and a healthy dose of uterus-related humour, Endo Days is a chronically funny romp about a painful and incurable condition.
GRIT
Presented by Small FLock
Savour this high-octane new production teeming with ferocious award-winning performers, as we mix pleasure and pain with grit and grace, and explore the grunt of unapologetic women.
One Night Only
Presented by Prinnie Stevens Productions
For One Night Only, Prinnie, Fasika and Paulini have combined forces to create a night of nights! Australia's very own Divas bring you all your favourites, from the greatest Girl Groups and Divas across the eras!
Stone Cold Sober
Presented by Kate Lewis
Join Adelaide's own Kate Lewis for a night of celebrating and comiserating the soundtrack of her childhood that paved the way to a musical love affair with Cold Chisel, The Whitlams, Taxiride and many more Aussie rock legends!
Laurie Black: Dystopiano
Presented by Laurie Black
Classically-trained pianist turned electronic-industrial "cabaret queen", Laurie Black is jumpstarting musical comedy and cabaret with synths and sick beats.
Cab Suave
Presented by Sparkle Society
A new show in town with circus, live music, and a line out the door. Cab Suave brings you reimagined film noir with a twist; a proudly queer production offering a cabaret spectacle without tired gender roles.