Curtain call at a burlesque show. The host wears an orange suit and sits in their wheelchair laughing in the foreground, with a cast of various performers standing side by side in the background.

A comedian wearing a purple tiger-print blazer holds their middle and index fingers of both hands up, highlighting the deliberate difference in length.

A burlesque performer wearing a purple costume dances, holding a rainbow mask that's concealing their face.

Singin in the Pain

Cabaret • Burlesque

Australia

The beloved Fringe favourite 'disability cabaret' is back again! Join the freshly crowned Mx Burlesque Adelaide Diana Divine for four nights of cabaret, community, and catharsis.

Talking disability theory, personal anecdotes, and pet peeves, 'Singin in the Pain' presents a bevy of burlesque & cabaret stars ready to share in this soapbox-style performance. Presented by and for disabled people and featuring a packed cast of new and familiar faces, this award-winning "group hug but with nudity" cannot be missed.

"This was not just a cabaret – this was activism as an art form" ★★★★★ Sarah Jane Justice
"An experience you will never forget" ★★★★★ The Clothesline

Best Cabaret Weekly Award 2019 & 2023
Adelaide Fringe Emerging Artist Award 2022

PLEASE NOTE: On-demand watch from home option is our 2023 show recording.

Presented by: Diana Divine

Diana Divine is an Adelaide-based burlesque teacher, producer, and performer living with a physical disability. Diana produces the award-winning "Singin' in the Pain", national touring bustie-nominated troupe "The JustAss League", and co-produces local queer variety show "Lolly Bag Burlesque". In 2022, Diana produced the debut of "Embrace Fest", a multi-platform disability arts festival which returns in 2024. Diana also created & produces the SA Burlesque Community Awards.

Lovingly referred to as Uncle Di by students and mentees, Diana has prioritised community-building projects that create professional opportunities for up and coming performers, while presenting polished and carefully formed productions.

We have reduced the capacity at this event to maximise venue accessibility for mobility aid users. Seating is non-fixed dining height chairs and can be easily moved to accommodate our audiences as needed.

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