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This show belongs to the Adelaide Fringe 2026 season. This season is now over.

Two school girls, sitting close together on the grass, one is holding a book and they are gazing into each others eyes
Adelaide Fringe 2026

Crush: The Musical

Step into a 1960s all-girls school, where secrets, first loves, and fierce friendships simmer beneath polished uniforms. Crush is a witty, heartfelt sapphic musical that celebrates truth, identity, and the courage to be yourself. Follow Camilla, Susan, and their classmates as they navigate locker rooms, hockey sticks, rebellion, and the beautifully messy path to self-discovery.

With irresistible songs, tap dancing, and plenty of heart, Crush is both a joyous throwback and a sharp, timely story about living your truth out loud. Presented by Gemini Creative Arts with a professional local cast, Adelaide audiences will experience a bold musical that puts queer voices—and universal emotions—centre stage.

By the company who brought you 'A Thousand Cranes' 2019-2020, winner of TASA Best Youth Theatre.
★★★★★ "Truly marvelous" Tony Knight, Stage Whispers

Presented by: Gemini Creative Arts

Gemini Creative Arts was founded in 2017 by Sarah Williams, a passionate Adelaide theatre-maker and educator with over two decades of experience. Her career spans teaching at leading Adelaide schools and universities, as well as choreographing and performing in Adelaide productions such as 'Kinky Boots', 'Billy Elliot', and 'A Chorus Line'. Her 2019 Adelaide Fringe production 'A Thousand Cranes' won Best Youth Theatre at the TASA Awards and toured Perth Fringe. Sarah creates innovative arts education resources and delivers bold live performance projects. With strong ties to Adelaide’s creative community and a passion for queer storytelling, Gemini Creative Arts champions professional opportunities for local talent, bringing energy, professionalism, and heart to every production.
Theatre and Physical Theatre • Musical Theatre
South Australia
 
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Suitability & warnings

Content rating: PG
Family friendly: Yes
Target audience: Middle School (12-14) | High School (15-17)

Accessibility

 
High audio content

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Presented by: Gemini Creative Arts

Gemini Creative Arts was founded in 2017 by Sarah Williams, a passionate Adelaide theatre-maker and educator with over two decades of experience. Her career spans teaching at leading Adelaide schools and universities, as well as choreographing and performing in Adelaide productions such as 'Kinky Boots', 'Billy Elliot', and 'A Chorus Line'. Her 2019 Adelaide Fringe production 'A Thousand Cranes' won Best Youth Theatre at the TASA Awards and toured Perth Fringe. Sarah creates innovative arts education resources and delivers bold live performance projects. With strong ties to Adelaide’s creative community and a passion for queer storytelling, Gemini Creative Arts champions professional opportunities for local talent, bringing energy, professionalism, and heart to every production.

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