For the roaming revellers, creatures of the night, art darlings and social butterflies.
A magical wonderland, part of Melbourne Fringe Festival. The So Soiree Fringe Garden, proudly developed and produced by City of Stonnington, delivers a curated program within an immersive fringe garden and bespoke parlour tent in Greville Street, Prahran. The 10 day festival showcases renowned artists pushing the boundaries of comedy, circus, cabaret and burlesque. Star-studded with impressive acts and outstanding shows, you will be crying with laughter, blushing with delight and euphoric from an excellent night out.
So Soiree Fringe Garden is a vibrant and dynamic festival precinct. Start the journey with a cheeky drink (or two), then head to the box office and grab a ticket to something quirky, hilarious or jaw droppingly good! After your show, immerse yourself in the fringe garden where, presented by PBS, Melbourne's finest female DJ's will set the scene with a mix of soulful beats and retro good vibes.
In Hard to Reach Places, Anna Lumb, brings you an intimate and powerfully authentic solo show that combines circus, movement, text and sound in a darkly humorous, and personal insight into one person's daily experiences.
Berlin's Prince and Princess of art rock and Europop, Otto and Astrid are returning to Melbourne to showcase their hits (and misses), in Otto and Astrid Play the Greatest Rock and Roll Concert You Have Ever Seen!
Comic wunderkind Garry Starr attempts to perform all of Greek mythology in less than 60 minutes in order to save his Hellenic homeland from economic ruin.
Get ready for YUMMY BITE SIZED, a series of outrageous acts from the internationally adored cabaret icons YUMMY.
Michelle Brasier, joins the line up with her latest work in progress. 'She' follows Michelle on an investigative mission to solve a mystery centered around an indie cinema, another Michelle Brasier and $10.50 in mostly coins.
Join multi-award-winning rock cabaret artist Geraldine Quinn ('Spicks & Specks', 'Upper Middle Bogan', 'The Weekly'), who returns with her first original show in four long years – BROAD.
Who is up for a touch of bingo? Granny Bingo will have you playing to win and in stiches (not cross stich). With prizes and a high level of audience interaction, you are guaranteed to leave with a smile.
Born out of the New York underground queer nightlife scene, Blunderland's Variety show has tickled packed crowds worldwide who are enthralled with its uniquely whimsical and ridiculous performance combinations. Join us for an evening of sensually disastrous drag, burlesque and circus you won't forget!
Join child, adult, husband, dad, comedian, beatboxer, imitator and agitator Andy Saunders for his stand up Everything At the Same Time.
For a dose of queer, alternative sketch comedy stay up late and check out Hot Department After Party. As seen on Aunty Donna, ABC's At Home Alone Together, Netflix's Why Are You Like This and their cult hit series Stepmom Blues.
Finally, you'll be running up Greville Street to catch Up Late with Kate. Join award winning cabaret trio Ben Bennet, Bec Matthews (Queen Kong and HOMOsapiens) and Sarah Ward (Yana Alana) for this spectacular Kate Bush tribute show. This intimate celebration of lesser-known works, and fan favourites will surely satisfy.
City of Stonnington Deputy Mayor, Cr Melina Sehr, said "We are proud to partner with Melbourne Fringe Festival and celebrate their 40th anniversary this October. I'm thrilled that Greville Street, Prahran will host the So Soiree Fringe Garden - a magical wonderland delivering boundary pushing shows and impressive acts. Not to be missed".
So Soiree Fringe Garden
Proudly presented by City of Stonnington
Thursday 13 October to Sunday 23 October
Greville Street, Prahran
