Will M.’s reacts

Tape Face is unlike anything else you’ll see at the Fringe. Built around a series of short, unpredictable sketches, each moment delivers a punchline you never quite see coming. His creative and slightly twisted perspective keeps the audience constantly guessing, and it’s remarkable how expressive and communicative he is without saying a word. It’s clever, absurd, and at times hilariously tense, especially if you’re wary of audience participation. Adelaide is lucky to have him.

Jurassic Down Under is a fun, family-friendly circus show that brings a playful dinosaur mystery to life through impressive circus skills. The performers use creative dino-themed props and lighthearted storytelling to keep younger audiences engaged, while still showcasing plenty to impress the adults. A lively show for families looking for something entertaining and accessible to the young ones.

Focal Point Circus was an engaging and fun showcase from four talented local Adelaide performers. Their evident friendship infused the performance, blending acrobatics and movement with touching humor. It was a warm, family-friendly experience with something impressive for all ages!

You definitely haven't seen a show like this. Fast moving and funny bits replete with innovative acro and other creative performances. So engaging, so funny, so strange. Definitely the zaniest show at the fringe... in that it has the most people named Zane. Also the Deggiest and Imogeniest. Catch them while you can!!

Charlie Caper's 'The Future' is a smart, creative and engaging approach to storytelling and magic. Funny jokes, clever theme and impressive technology belie Charlie's disarming and approachable character. This was pretty special.

Now I know why this show is a fixture of the Adelaide Fringe. Great production value and incredibly talented performers with fresh family friendly takes on classic circus acts. The 'acro/foot juggling' was absolutely mind blowing. Go see this show.

This show is BAD ASS! Talent, spectacle with some heavy handed spice. A variety of performers showcasing their skill with various fire props taking the audience through a range of emotions. Intense, compelling and needless to say, HOT. To me, this is what Fringe is all about. And as an Adelaidian I'm proud that this is one is a bit of a hometown hero!

The Dreamer is a lovely exhibition of the local Circobats Community. Talented and hard working circus kids showing off their passion through a clever story of a child's dream. Get around it and see the magic that happens year round in Adelaide!

I was left speechless. This is a harrowing story of a working class battler fighting for his family, his brothers and a stake in his own sovereignty and dignity. A beautifully written script delivered by an incredible talent of an actor. Craig McArdle is a master of his craft and practically bled out emotionally for the audience.

As always Circus the Show delivers a variety of engaging performers who will have you on the edge of your seat. From amazing acrobatics, to mind blowing magic there's something for everyone. All hosted by the quick witted Ringmaster Magnus 'Danger' Magnus. But let's cut to the chase... you want to see one of the best juggling on planet Earth? Just wait till you see 'Ricardo Desperado' in Circus the Show. Guaranteed to blow your mind.

This is such a lovely show. Clever storytelling, fun audience engagement, cool physics stuff, creative choreographed space exploration and skilful juggling and acro. There's something really special about this one. It just felt very genuine. Though it's a show targeting younger families... it may be one of my favourites Fringe shows yet.

Primal deserves its position as a Fixture of Fringe. The show was a celebration of wondrous diversity and in many cases literally stands on the shoulders of the women in the cast (you'll see). Amazing skills, captivating and emotive performances, clever humour and genuinely lovely people. Short list this one straight away.