Seven clowns are mucking around behind their representative - a grumpy clown who is sitting on a stool. the seven clowns include a doll clown whipping a ballerina clown, a buff clown daydreaming on a concrete ledge, another clown running towards a sad clown with a flogger and one clown sitting slumped over with a baseball bat while another clown with a lollipop whispering in their ear.
A muscular juggler clown is in a very wide stance juggling three clubs to impress a doll clown standing near him. The juggler is wearing black leather pants and red suspenders and the doll clown is holding a blue parasol and wearing a blue ruffly mini-skirt and a black corset.
Seven clowns stand behind their representative - a grumpy clown with a blue jacket and yellow suspenders. the clowns include a buff clown sitting on the handrail, a doll clown with a blue parasol, a neon psycho clown with a flogger, a ballerina clown holding a sunflower, a pink clown sucking a rainbow lollipop, a sad romantic clown holding a rose and a mysterious clown peering through the handrails of the stairs while holding a baseball bat.

Send in the CLOWNS!

Step forth and join us for the annual meeting of The Order of Painted Smiles! An adults-only variety show where a mysterious cult of clowns invites you to explore the boundaries of humour and desire. With impressive stunts, offensive dance performances, and loads of tomfoolery, these mostly trained clowns will challenge your perceptions and ignite your curiosity. This is a night of bold displays and playful interaction, where laughter intertwines with deeper questions about identity and the physical limits of how much can fit into a tiny space. Join us for an unforgettable experience that balances fun and introspection and prepare to be captivated by the unexpected. Are you ready to confront the delightful mysteries within? And maybe even become one of us? One of us! One Of Us! ONE OF US!

Please note that this annual meeting does allow for some audience participation, you as an attendee do not have to participate to enjoy the show. But if you would like to potentially be a participant please sit in the front row.

Variety • Clown
South Australia • World Premiere
 
Culturally and/or linguistically diverse
 
Thu, 13 Mar - Sun, 16 Mar
 
50 min
 
The Garage International @ Adelaide Town Hall
 
MA15+ (5 Warnings)
 
$25 to $30
 
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The Order of Painted Smiles hold their annual meeting where insanity insues.

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Sun, 16 Mar

7:20pm - 8:10pm

The Garage International @ Adelaide Town Hall  

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The Garage International @ Adelaide Town Hall, 128 King William St, Entry via Pirie St or Paul Kelly Laneways UN, Adelaide, Kaurna

 
Step-free mobility aid access through an alternative entrance with an accessible bathroom.
 
Venue is suitable for all ages
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