Karen Houge: Dreamgirl

Do you trust strangers? Why? Or why not? Together with Norwegian artist Karen Houge – our DREAMGIRL – we’re going to find out.

Drawing on real experiences traveling across Europe alongside Syrian refugees, plus a handful of vegetables and a pile of LEGO, Karen invites us to explore what it really means to trust. This isn’t just a show. It’s a conversation about humanity.

★★★★★ “A profound, playful and compelling hour” InReview, Australia

Developed with award-winning comedian and artist Elf Lyons (Best Comedy Adelaide 2024, Sky Arts Comedy Award 2025)

★★★★ “You will walk away with a renewed hope for humanity” Must See Theatre

DREAMGIRL is on a world tour. It has played to sold-out crowds across Norway, UK, India and Pakistan, and now returns to Adelaide following its acclaimed debut season.

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Theatre and Physical Theatre • Comedy

Norway

: Tue, 03 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
: 70 min
: The Gallery at The Courtyard of Curiosities at the Migration Museum
: M (1 Warning)
: $32 to $35
: All transactions incur a $4.80 Transaction fee.

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Presented by: Karen Houge

Karen has 15 years of experience in the theater and film industry. She works in Europe, Asia, and Australia. Her works address current social issues, using clowning, physical theatre, and satire as tools. Currently, she is writing feature films and a TV series. Karen is an actress, screenwriter, and director, educated at Westerdals College and Ecole Philippe Gaulier in Paris.

Sessions

Duration: 70 min

Tue 03 Mar - Sun 08 Mar: 6:00pm

Tue 10 Mar - Sun 15 Mar: 6:00pm

Ticket Prices

Full price: $35.00

Early Bird: $24.50

Fringe Member: $17.50 (2 ticket minimum)

Midweek Treat: $25.00

Health Care Cardholder: $32.00

Senior: $32.00

Student: $32.00

Companion Card: $0.00

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All transactions incur a $4.80 Transaction Fee (some exceptions apply). Read more at Fees explained.

1 Venue

The Gallery at The Courtyard of Curiosities at the Migration Museum

Migration Museum, 82 Kintore Ave, Adelaide, Kaurna

(Please note: Shows in the Hetzel Room and Circulating Library are held at the State Library, at the corner of Kintore Ave and North Terrace.)

: Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
: Venue is 18+ but minors may attend with a parent or legal guardian

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Suitability & Warnings

Content Rating: M

Target Audience: High School (15-17) | Adults (18+)

Family Friendly: No

Nudity Level : Occasional, Mild

Accessibility

: 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