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Fakespeare

Patrick Hercamp (SOUND & FURY) performs the Bard's work like you've never seen it before! This award winning comedian condenses some of Shakespeare's best loved tragedies, characters, and iconic dramatic moments into a blisteringly funny vaudeville romp. This show is for Shakespeare fans and total illiterates.

“Fakespeare smashes right through all the traditional barriers and is presented in a hilarious, fun and enjoyable way. It makes Shakespeare’s work accessible to everyone and will guarantee you enjoy and understand the playwright.” The West Australian

★★★★ “He works hard making you laugh at a tragedy!” Glam Adelaide

ADELAIDE FRINGE PEOPLES CHOICE AWARD WINNER 2011
FRINGE WORLD THEATRE Nominee x2
FRINGE WORLD COMEDY Nominee x4
WORLD RENAISSANCE AWARDS runner up 2022-2024 Best Solo Comedy

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Theatre and Physical Theatre • Comedy

United States • Australian Premiere

: Fri, 20 Feb - Sun, 01 Mar
: 45 min
: The Squeaker (open-air) at Gluttony - Rymill Park
: PG
: $22 to $25
: All transactions incur a $4.80 Transaction fee.

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Presented by: Patrick Hercamp

Originally a farmer from rural Indiana USA, Patrick travelled to the UK to study a Masters of Shakespeare, before joining comedy vaudeville trio Sound & Fury to tour the world performing fast, funny and relatable shows at fringe festivals and renaissance faires, picking up a slew of awards along the way including the People’s Choice Award at Adelaide Fringe. Since going solo, he has been nominated for “Best in Theatre” and “Best in Comedy” at Fringeworld Perth, and been runner-up at the World Renaissance Awards three years running for Best Solo Comedy. Patrick's passion is making Shakespeare accessible, telling the stories in ways that can be appreciated and enjoyed by absolutely everyone.

Sessions

Duration: 45 min

Fri 20 Feb - Sun 22 Feb: 7:20pm

Tue 24 Feb - Sun 01 Mar: 7:20pm

Ticket Prices

Full price: $25.00

Early Bird: $17.50

Fringe Member: $12.50 (2 ticket minimum)

Health Care Cardholder: $22.00

Senior: $22.00

Student: $22.00

Family: $18.75 (4 ticket minimum)

Schools Program: $15.00

Companion Card: $0.00

Prices may not be available on all sessions

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1 Venue

The Squeaker (open-air) at Gluttony - Rymill Park

Murlawirrapurka / Rymill Park, Cnr East Tce & Rundle Rd, Adelaide, Kaurna

Gluttony has multiple entrances, please check your ticket for the correct entrance to use to get to your show.

: Outdoor venue with step-free mobility aid access and an accessible bathroom – may have poor quality path or an incline.
: Venue is 18+ and minors may attend during specific days or times (Minors are permitted in the venue at all times until midnight.)

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Suitability & Warnings

Content Rating: PG

Target Audience: Primary (8-11) | Middle School (12-14) | High School (15-17) | Adults (18+)

Family Friendly: No

Accessibility

: High Audio Content
: Audience members interact from the seated or standing area