Alakazam
Silent Clown Wizardry
Ben has discovered he has magical powers and he'd like you to witness them. But what even is magic? A bunny out of a hat? A first kiss? Cutting a beautiful lady in two? Only one way to find out, come along.
Alakazam is a nonverbal show helmed by Ben McCarthy, a clown/improviser based in Melbourne.
After a sellout season at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival (CADET KELLY IS THE BEST MOVIE I’VE EVER SEEN IN MY FRIGGIN LIFE) Ben is back with a brand new show!
★★★★ "“Ben McCarthy’s particular brand of Hi-NRG clowning makes for a truly deranged hour” - The Age
DISCLAIMER: This is not a real magic show involving magic tricks, there is however magic all around us, which means there's magic in every Fringe show. So therefore yes, it is a magic show, they all are.
Please note: This event has had a duration change from 55 to 60 minutes since the Adelaide Fringe Guide was printed.
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Presented by: Ben McCarthy
Ben McCarthy is a clown and improviser who’s been performing for over ten years through New Zealand and Australia. In 2024 he debuted his first solo show at the Melbourne Fringe which received three Judge’s Picks and a nomination for Best Comedy of the festival. He went on to perform to sold out audiences in the Adelaide Fringe and The Melbourne International Comedy Festival. This his first full non verbal clown show and he can't wait to show it to Adelaide!
Sessions
Ticket Prices
Prices may not be available on all sessions
All transactions incur a $4.80 Transaction Fee (some exceptions apply). Read more at Fees explained.
1 Venue
The Box at ARTHUR ARTHOUSE
66 Currie Street Adelaide Arthur Artbar, 62-66 Currie Street, Adelaide, Kaurna
- The only access to this space is via steps/stairs.
- Venue is suitable for all ages
Suitability & Warnings
Accessibility
- High Visual Content
- Audience members have the opportunity to interact or join artist on stage
- Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language
