The word primal in big bold yellow lettering, with colourful feathers out of focus in the background. Below that a woman in a patterned powersuit stands with hair slicked back and hands held dramatically over her waist. To her right, a woman in black underwear is wearing a silver geometric unicorn mask, to her left a shirtless man with wavy hair stares down the barrel of the camera.

Acrobats spinning from a rope in the roof with sparks flying on the stage from the dancers

Primal

★★★★★ "Primal isn’t just a show; it’s an all-out, high-energy fever dream that’ll stick with you long after you leave." - The List

From the creators of 'Rouge' comes 'Primal': a sexy, funny, and thrilling circus for grown ups featuring Australia's most exciting circus and cabaret artists. Inspired by the raw energy of the animal kingdom and the complexities of human relationships, this nonstop spectacle explores identity, sexuality, and perception. With a mesmerizing mix of aerial artistry, fire performances, burlesque, and song, Primal is set to follow in the footsteps of the award-winning 'Rouge,' delivering jaw-dropping acts with a cheeky twist.

Best Circus & Physical Theatre, Adelaide Fringe Weeklies, 2025

“The sexiest circus cabaret performance of the year” – The Advertiser 2025

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Circus • Cabaret

Australia

: Fringe Fund Recipient

: Fri, 20 Feb - Sun, 22 Mar
: 65 min
: The Octagon at Gluttony - Rymill Park
: MA15+ (3 Warnings)
: $39 to $69
: All transactions incur a $4.80 Transaction fee.

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Presented by: Highwire Entertainment & Gluttony

An Australian production house specialising in circus and multi-artform performances and events. Creators of the critically-acclaimed shows Rouge, The Defiant, Rebel, Papillon and Dinosaur Time Machine. Producers behind Australian touring hits Petit Circus, Bon Appetit, Chameleon, and Shake It. Founders of the Livewire Circus Artist Residency Program. Currently dreaming up the next big Australian circus show.

Sessions

Duration: 65 min

Fri 20 Feb - Sun 22 Feb: 7:45pm

Tue 24 Feb - Sun 01 Mar: 7:45pm

Tue 03 Mar - Sun 08 Mar: 7:45pm

Tue 10 Mar - Sat 14 Mar: 7:45pm

Sun 15 Mar: 4:30pm, 7:45pm

Tue 17 Mar - Fri 20 Mar: 7:45pm

Sat 21 Mar: 4:30pm, 7:45pm

Sun 22 Mar: 7:45pm

Ticket Prices

Full price: $45.00 to $59.00

Early Bird: $31.50 to $34.30

Fringe Member: $22.50 to $24.50 (2 ticket minimum)

Midweek Treat: $38.00

Health Care Cardholder: $39.00 to $42.00

Senior: $39.00 to $42.00

Student: $39.00 to $42.00

VIP: $55.00 to $69.00

Companion Card: $0.00

Prices may not be available on all sessions

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

1 Venue

The Octagon 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: MA15+

Family Friendly: No

Coarse Language : Occasional, Mild

Nudity Level : Occasional, Mild

Sexual References : Occasional, Mild

Accessibility

: High Visual Content
: Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language

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The Octagon at Gluttony - Rymill Park