Science at the Fringe

Science at the Fringe is a celebration of when science and art collide! Each year, Inspiring SA hand-pick the best science-themed shows from across the Adelaide Fringe, helping you discover performances that reveal the extraordinary hiding in the everyday. From space to sustainability, virtual reality to interactive storytelling, these shows prove that science isn’t just in labs – it’s woven into the world around us. Discover these STEMM themed shows and let the adventure begin!

Theatre and Physical Theatre

Attenborough and his Animals

Clowning, physical theatre and the largest range of animals you will ever see on stage!
- 17 Mar - 22 Mar
- 6:00pm
Interactive

Celestial Gardens: The Secret Sound of Plants

Experience plant music, live fusion-folk, art & sound at Carclew’s twilight garden of summer vibes!
- 19 Feb - 1 Mar
- 7:00pm
Comedy

Bio-logical

A hysterical look at biology, cultures, and life that you didn't learn in school.
- 20 Feb - 7 Mar
- 8:30pm, 10:00pm
Film and Digital

The Great Kimberley Wilderness with Luke Hemsworth - Immersive Worlds

A VR experience exploring The Great Kimberley Wilderness and its stunning history and culture.
- 20 Feb - 22 Mar
- Various times
Theatre and Physical Theatre

A Curious Thing- The Story of Mary Anning

A musical journey to a world of remarkable creatures and the extraordinary woman who discovered them
- 25 Feb - 21 Mar
- 7:30pm
Kids and Family

Dr Quark's Scientific Circus

Science is everywhere! Especially in the Circus!
- 1 Mar
- 11:00am

Science at the Fringe

Attenborough and his Animals

Celestial Gardens: The Secret Sound of Plants

Bio-logical

The Great Kimberley Wilderness with Luke Hemsworth - Immersive Worlds

A Curious Thing- The Story of Mary Anning

Dr Quark's Scientific Circus