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

The title "Quest for the Coolest Animal In The World" covered in hand drawn animals, including a dung beetle in a cape.
Andrew Silverwood on stage, with his arms up. Robyn Perkins is also on stage giving a cheer. You can see lots of people in the crowd.
Headshots of the three performers in this show: Rosie Russell in a purple hat, squinting her eyes, Robyn Perkins in a red sleeveless sweatshirt, almost rolling her eyes, and Andrew Silverwood, in a collared shirt, looking confused and into the distance.
Adelaide Fringe 2026

Quest for the Coolest Animal In The World

★★★★★ “A show that was equal parts smart, silly and downright hilarious.” — Kids In Adelaide, 2025

Marine biologist turned award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins is on a mission to discover the coolest animal in the world! She’s joined by her hilarious friends — singer, actor and former birthday clown Rosie Russell, and quick-witted comedian Andrew Silverwood — for a wild adventure packed with comedy, science, music, and games, plus more fascinating animal facts than you can shake a tentacle at.

From sneaky slugs to deceitful bugs, this interactive show will have kids laughing and learning.  A must-see show for all who love animals! 

WINNER: Children’s Event, Weekly Award, FW Perth 2025
WINNER: Best in Comedy, Shaftesbury Fringe 2023
★★★★½ “standout scientific fun!” FringeFeed, 2025

Come armed with what animal you think is the coolest animal in the world...and why! (Not literally with the animal... that may prove to be quite difficult and dangerous).

Q&A, performance and workshop incursions available upon request. Please contact Schools Program Coordinator at schools@adelaidefringe.com.au

Presented by: Comedy for the Curious

Comedy for the Curious, created by award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins, is where science meets stand-up — and curiosity is at its core. These smart, funny, and engaging shows explore everything from human behaviour and psychology to the wonders of the animal world. Perkins, known for her high-energy performances and witty scientific insight, has earned multiple awards, including Best in Comedy (Sydney Fringe 2019) and Best Comedy Act (Shaftesbury Fringe 2023). The brand includes: • Comedy for the Curious — science-comedy panel shows about human behaviour • Comedy for the Curious (for kids!) — fun, animal-themed science shows combining comedy, music & games • Shrink Wrapped — a psychologist analyses comedians live on stage
Kids and Family • Science
International • SA Premiere
 
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Suitability & warnings

Content rating: G
Family friendly: Yes
Target audience: Junior Primary (5-7) | Primary (8-11) | Middle School (12-14)

Accessibility

 
High audio content
 
Audience members interact from the seated or standing area

Presenter

Presented by: Comedy for the Curious

Comedy for the Curious, created by award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins, is where science meets stand-up — and curiosity is at its core. These smart, funny, and engaging shows explore everything from human behaviour and psychology to the wonders of the animal world. Perkins, known for her high-energy performances and witty scientific insight, has earned multiple awards, including Best in Comedy (Sydney Fringe 2019) and Best Comedy Act (Shaftesbury Fringe 2023). The brand includes: • Comedy for the Curious — science-comedy panel shows about human behaviour • Comedy for the Curious (for kids!) — fun, animal-themed science shows combining comedy, music & games • Shrink Wrapped — a psychologist analyses comedians live on stage