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

Man with beard playing acoustic guitar
Man wearing hat plays harmonica in his hands
Man wearing heat with a beard is singing into microphone while playing guitar
Adelaide Fringe 2026

Gather 'Round People - Brendan Williams plays Paul Kelly

Celebrated musician Brendan Williams pays tribute to his musical idol Paul Kelly in his debut solo show — a heartfelt celebration of Australia’s greatest songwriter and the songs that have inspired him for decades. With rich storytelling and effortless musicianship, Brendan performs Kelly’s greatest hits alongside some hidden gems from PK’s repertoire. Known as the voice of Sheepdog No. 2 on Bluey, Brendan is also a seasoned live performer, playing pubs and clubs nationwide and starring in the award-winning Down Under: The Songs That Shaped Australia. For lovers of Australian stories and song, this is a musical highlight of the Adelaide Fringe.

“Williams is the gloss on the sound, the second electric for the real rockers and the show-stopping harmonica.” – X-Press Magazine

Presented by: Brendan Williams

Brendan Williams is an actor, musician, singer-songwriter, comedian and podcaster. On screen he has starred in television series including Bluey, Goober and Danger 5, as well as on stage in Oklahoma! As a musician, Brendan writes and performs as a solo act, as well as with rock, blues, and folk bands including the international award-winning cabaret ensemble Down Under: The Songs That Shaped Australia. Brendan is also the producer and co-host of Bluey-themed podcast The Hammerbarn Project.
Music • Storytelling
South Australia • World Premiere
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Suitability & warnings

Content rating: PG
Family friendly: No
Target audience: Middle School (12-14) | High School (15-17)
Coarse Language: Occasional, Mild

Accessibility

 
High audio content

Presenter

Presented by: Brendan Williams

Brendan Williams is an actor, musician, singer-songwriter, comedian and podcaster. On screen he has starred in television series including Bluey, Goober and Danger 5, as well as on stage in Oklahoma! As a musician, Brendan writes and performs as a solo act, as well as with rock, blues, and folk bands including the international award-winning cabaret ensemble Down Under: The Songs That Shaped Australia. Brendan is also the producer and co-host of Bluey-themed podcast The Hammerbarn Project.

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