Love is a Game: An Adele Song Cycle
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Created by Oliver John, this theatrical performance shares the stories of three characters and their plights of love, set to the iconic discography of Adele. With a cast of 8 accompanied by a three-piece band, this ensemble piece delivers epic vocal harmonies, slick choreography, and heartfelt storytelling.
Experience the hits spanning 19 to 30, as romantic, queer, platonic, and self-love are explored along the way. After a Sold-Out, Award-Winning debut, this new season is bigger, bolder, and bursting with heart - the same beating core that won over audiences in its 2025 run. At Holden Street Theatres for 12 performances.
★★★★★ “Simply stunning” — Glam Adelaide
★★★★½ “Universally relatable” — My Adelaide Tribe
Presented by: Oliver John
Oliver John is an Adelaide-based vocalist, creative, and performer, with a Bachelor of Music Theatre from the Elder Conservatorium, University of Adelaide. He played Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar' (ECMT, dir. George Torbay), and appeared in 'Candide' (State Theatre Company, dir. Mitchell Butel), 'Little Women' (ECMT, dir. Erin James), and 'Sweeney Todd' (ECMT, dir. James Millar). Since his degree, Oliver has stepped into producing and creating his own works - his debut being 'Love is a Game: An Adele Song Cycle' in 2025 which saw a sold-out season and 2 Fringe awards. His next show, 'Bond Songs: The Music of 007', debuted in the Adelaide Cabaret Fringe Festival and won the festival's Encore Award. Recently, Oliver won SCALA's Festival of Original Music with his song 'A Little Crush'.
Sessions
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1 Venue
The Studio at Holden Street Theatres
Holden Street Theatres, 32-34 Holden Street, Hindmarsh, Kaurna
32 - 34 Holden Street
- 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
Suitability & Warnings
Accessibility
- High Audio Content
- Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language