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

Burlesque performer with red shoulder length hair, holds two white ostrich feather fans in front of her, covering her body. She has a single white ostrich feather in her hair and is glancing towards on audience while performing in front of a patterned curtain.
Burlesque performer gazes towards audience, while pulling off their long, elbow-length gloves with their teeth. They stand in front of a patterned vintage curtain.
Blonde burlesque performer sits on the floor with her leg outstretched, and her foot in the hand of a front row audience member who is attempting to take off her heeled shoe. She is wearing a costume corset, suspenders, stockings and heels. She has styled her hair with vintage pinup curls.
Adelaide Fringe 2026

The Vintage Showgirl

Step into the Golden Age of burlesque — feather fan dances, dazzling costumes, and award-winning performers in one unforgettable night.

Awarded the ‘Encore Award’ as part of Adelaide Cabaret Fringe, The Vintage Showgirl is returning after a sold-out 2025 season, with a brand new rendition.

★★★★★ “With a stellar lineup, meticulous choreography, and costumes that shine brighter than a rhinestone, this show is a vintage lover’s feather-filled fantasy come true”

– The Adelaide Insider

★★★★★ “Charisma. Powerful Stage Presence. Killer Vocals. Skills with Feather Fans… it was all EXCELLENT!”

– The Adelaide Hipster

 

Perfect for a glamorous date night or an unforgettable evening with friends. Don’t miss your chance to experience a night of authentic vintage showgirl glamour.

Presented by: Viola Verve Productions

Viola is an award-winning burlesque performer, producer and teacher, and a regular in the Adelaide Burlesque scene. She has both taken part in & produced sell out shows over the last ten years in events such as Adelaide Fringe, Fringe World Perth & Cabaret fringe. Viola is a resident teacher for The Bloom Luna Collective.
Cabaret • Burlesque
Australia
 
d/Deaf and/or Lived Experience of Disability Shows

Suitability & warnings

Content rating: R18+
Nudity Level: Frequent, Mild
Sexual References: Frequent, Mild

Accessibility

 
Audience members interact from the seated or standing area
 
Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language

Presenter

Presented by: Viola Verve Productions

Viola is an award-winning burlesque performer, producer and teacher, and a regular in the Adelaide Burlesque scene. She has both taken part in & produced sell out shows over the last ten years in events such as Adelaide Fringe, Fringe World Perth & Cabaret fringe. Viola is a resident teacher for The Bloom Luna Collective.