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

Tanya poses in pink pyjamas with rollers in her hair. She pushes a pram full of dogs.
3 images of Tanya posing in pink pyjamas with rollers in her hair and various dogs.
3 images of Tanya posing in pink pyjamas with rollers in her hair and various dogs.
Adelaide Fringe 2026

Menopaws

Hot flushes, doona wars, mood swings and way too many dogs in the bed – welcome to Menopaws! Adelaide comedian Tanya Gyzi (50, divorced, single, Aussie-Greek menopausal dog mum) takes you on a sweaty, chaotic and hilarious ride through the realities of menopause. From searching for the last cold spot in bed, to mopping muddy paw prints for the tenth time in a day, to questioning whether that wet patch is sweat, wee or the Cavoodle – nothing is off limits. Raw, relatable and laugh-out-loud funny, Menopaws is comedy for anyone who’s ever felt hot, bothered and slightly unhinged.

★★★★ "Tanya did an amazing job at capturing the crowd. She delivered a fun and clever performance that gave us all a great laugh..."
- Danielle, Rural Women's Day Pinnaroo 

Presented by: Tanya Gyzi

Comedian and producer Tanya Gyzi brings 18+ years of comedy, theatre chops, and character work to the stage—especially her spot-on Greek yiayia and hilarious mum impressions. From Aussie Greek humour to real-life chaos, Tanya’s shows have delighted audiences in multiple sell-out seasons. Life (and comedy) is never dull when you’ve had three cheeky, spoiled dogs, a rebellious pelvic floor, and enough hot flashes to fuel a small city. Bold, funny, and completely relatable, Tanya turns everyday struggles into laugh-out-loud stories.
Comedy
South Australia • World Premiere
 
Fringe Fund Recipient

Suitability & warnings

Content rating: R18+

Please note

Light/occasional language.

Accessibility

 
Audience members have the opportunity to interact or join artist on stage

Presenter

Presented by: Tanya Gyzi

Comedian and producer Tanya Gyzi brings 18+ years of comedy, theatre chops, and character work to the stage—especially her spot-on Greek yiayia and hilarious mum impressions. From Aussie Greek humour to real-life chaos, Tanya’s shows have delighted audiences in multiple sell-out seasons. Life (and comedy) is never dull when you’ve had three cheeky, spoiled dogs, a rebellious pelvic floor, and enough hot flashes to fuel a small city. Bold, funny, and completely relatable, Tanya turns everyday struggles into laugh-out-loud stories.