Theatre & Musicals in Perth
WA has a vibrant theatre scene if know where to look. Black Swan, the WA State Theatre company, continues to produce outstanding local shows, while WAAPA performances provide the opportunity to experience the next Hugh Jackman in the making. Burswood’s Crown Theatre and the WA State Theatre host musicals and shows from Broadway, the West End, and increasingly, from Asia, but Perth Festival and FRINGE WORLD Festival are the real highlights, bringing 700+ acts from around the world to the Perth stage each summer.
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A Circus Sensation by ZAP CIRCUS
- info@zapcircus.com
- 0414361609
- http://www.tinyurl.com/zapfringe
- http://www.tinyurl.com/zapfringe
5 STARS! “Charismatic Funny & Skills to Boot! A real FEEL-GOOD performance!"- Perth Happenings Jaw-dropping heart-stopping circus!
- Dates:Jan 15 - 31
- Time(s):6:40pm-7:40pm
- Venue:The Edith Spiegeltent at the Woodside Pleasure Garden
- Festivals:Fringe Festival
Details
- Hosted By:ZAP CIRCUS & FRINGE WORLD FESTIVAL
- Ticket Price:20-25
- Performing Arts:Cabaret,Circus,Comedy,Theatre
- Produced By:Fringe World
- Event Venue:The Edith Spiegeltent,Woodside Pleasure Garden
Description
tickets: https://tinyurl.com/zapfringe
or http://www.zapcircus.com
13 SHOWS ONLY!
Jan 15-31 2021 @ 6:40pm
The Edith Spiegeltent @ FRINGE WORLD
The Woodside Pleasure Garden
5 STARS! “Charismatic Funny & Skills to Boot! A real FEEL-GOOD performance!"- Perth Happenings
Jaw-dropping heart-stopping circus!An exhilarating show from start to finish - international superstars ZAP CIRCUS bring their all-time favourite circus stunts to Perth in a brand new show that you don't want to miss!
With Fire Eating Hula Hooping Acrobatics Comedy Freakshow stunts and hilarious acts galore this show is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat and ready for more! Forget the everyday come join us and immerse yourself in the sensation of the circus. Share that indescribable feeling you get as you feel the heat from the flames see the sweat dripping on the acrobats and the flutter of the confetti as it falls from the sky. Experience A Circus Sensation with us!
#ZAPcircus

Darkfield's COMA
COMA, the third installation of the highly acclaimed multi-sensory series, DARKFIELD, invites participants to slip into a collective dream state in its FRINGE WORLD premiere.
- Dates:Jan 15 - Feb 14
- Venue:Woodside Pleasure Garden
- Festivals:Fringe Festival
Details
- Hosted By:Realscape Productions
- Performing Arts:Theatre
- Produced By:Fringe World
- Event Venue:Woodside Pleasure Garden
Description
Presented by Realscape Productions (AU) in association with Darkfield (UK), COMA will join its predecessors, SÉANCE and FLIGHT, three ubiquitous white sea-containers that each explore a theme of fear and anxiety, in complete and utter darkness.
Where SÉANCE tested the audiences’ susceptibility to suggestible material, and FLIGHT jolted its passengers between this world and alternates, COMA invites audiences to take part in a strange mass experiment, to explore the dark recesses of their own mind, over 30 minutes.
COMA is set in a 40ft sea-container, each wall lined with bunk beds. Audiences members lie down in a bed, each becoming separated from their counterparts. Alone in the darkness, the multi-sensory elements engulf each participant, suggestive of the show’s own namesake.
Please remember when you leave, to take your body with you.
As with all DARKFIELD experiences, a strange world is built from 360 degree binaural sound that perplexes the senses, deepening the immersion by casting doubt on what is real and what is imagined. Loss of vision heightens the remaining senses, making them vulnerable to manipulation.
For the team at Realscape Productions, the WA season marks the return of the Darkfield sea-containers to their Australian tour, having been stored in a paddock since COVID closed the doors on much of the theatre industry in March.
“We’re grateful for the opportunity to be able to present in WA, as the city comes alive with the Fringe, the audiences in Perth are always exceptional. We’re in a very different situation to our UK counterparts,” commented Amy Johnson, producer at Realscape Productions.
Those looking for a taste of what to expect before FRINGE WORLD, can tune in to Darkfield Radio, a series of audio encounters designed to be experienced at home. Darkfield’s creators David Rosenberg and Glen Neath are the masterminds behind the immersive experiences, and have recently sparked global attention of XR and VR communities with their ability to create worlds for the audience using only audio.
COMA, FLIGHT and SÉANCE will run frequently at various times from Tuesday - Sunday in the Woodside Pleasure Garden from 15 January - 14 February, 2021.
COMA and FLIGHT run for 30 minutes and cost $25 and SÉANCE runs for 20 minutes and costs $20. Tickets are available at www.fringeworld.com.au
Prior to FRINGE WORLD, FLIGHT will embark on its first ever regional Australian season in Mandurah WA from December 4 - 20, 2020

Love Letters
- hello@fringeworld.com.au
- (08) 9227 6288
- https://fringeworld.com.au/
- https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/Love-Letters-fw2021
Touching, sometimes funny, letters covering 50 years of friendship - all socially distanced!
- Festivals:Fringe Festival
- Time(s):From 7:00PM To 8:40PM
- Dates:Various dates from Jan 15 to Jan 22
Details
- Performing Arts:Theatre
- Produced By:Fringe World
- Hosted By:Jane Sherwood
Description

Mismatched!
- adamditullio@adt-pr.com
- 0422235414
- https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/mismatched-fw2021
- https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/mismatched-fw2021
Join award-winning cabaret artists Penny Shaw and Robert Hofmann as they explore the repertoire of songs inspired by love in its less than romantic forms.
- Dates:Jan 15th-25th
- Time(s):6.30pm
- Venue:Home Economics at Girls School
- Festivals:Fringe Festival
Details
- Hosted By:Daisy Productions
- Ticket Price:$35
- Music:Opera
- Performing Arts:Theatre,Musicals
- Produced By:Fringe World
Description
WA Opera veterans Penny Shaw and Robert Hofmann are back on the Fringe World Festival stage to present a night of nights. Singing their way to uncover the way people precariously pair up; ‘MISMATCHED!’ is a glorious vocal celebration of unromantic leads, unlikely couples with this cheeky duo. Love in its less than romantic forms, such as platonic, unrequited and just plain unsuitable! A prima donna and her manager, a girl and her dog, a fan and his idol and even a singer and their career, these unlikely couplings and the brilliant songs they have inspired will move you to laughter and tears. Effortlessly crossing genres singing everything from West Side Story to Sinatra and accompanied on piano by the indomitable Tommaso Pollio, this is a season not to be missed! IMAGINE THIS! A sprinkle of The Crown and Downton Abbey meets “What the Fandango” X DivaLicious This performance will blast audiences away, with numbers from West Side Story, The Phantom of the Opera, Berstein’s Candide and even something from the 2019 hit Broadway musical ‘The Prom’ plus many more surprises along the way.

Prismatic
- hello@fringeworld.com.au
- (08) 9227 6288
- https://fringeworld.com.au/
- https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/Prismatic-fw2021
"Prismatic is a genre-blending set of comedic monologues about karaoke and the state of human life as we know it, but this isn't a review of Prismatic, this is a review of Karaoke: the worst human ...
- Festivals:Fringe Festival
- Time(s):From 7:30PM To 8:20PM
- Dates:Various dates from Jan 15 to Jan 29
Details
- Performing Arts:Theatre
- Produced By:Fringe World
- Event Venue:Girls School
- Hosted By:Tim Lorian
Description

SÉANCE
- hello@fringeworld.com.au
- (08) 9227 6288
- https://fringeworld.com.au/
SÉANCE toys with your senses using #DARKFIELD's exceptional 360 degree sound, making it hard to tell what is real and what is imagined. expect to be engulfed in complete darkness for 20 intense min...
- Festivals:Fringe Festival
- Time(s):Various
- Dates:Various dates from Jan 15 to Feb 14
Details
- Performing Arts:Theatre
- Produced By:Fringe World
- Event Venue:Woodside Pleasure Garden
- Hosted By:Realscape Productions in association with DARKFIELD
Description

State of Play
- marketing@ptt.wa.gov.au
- 62129292
- https://www.ptt.wa.gov.au/venues/state-theatre-centre-of-wa/?&premove=Y&promo=8679
You’re invited to explore, experiment and party with us across the two-week program as part of FRINGE WORLD 2021.
- Festivals:Fringe Festival
- Dates:Jan 15 - 30
- Venue:State Theatre Centre of WA
Details
- Type:Community
- Performing Arts:Cabaret,Comedy,Theatre
- Food & Drink:Cider,Spirits
- Art Exhibitions:Photography
- Event Venue:State Theatre Centre of WA
- Hosted By:State Theatre Centre of WA
Description
On the eve of our 10th anniversary, State Theatre Centre of WA is thrilled to be throwing open the doors of the knight’s castle to support WA’s local independent arts community. You’re invited to explore, experiment and party with us across the two-week program as part of FRINGE WORLD 2021. With over 115 shows at your fingertips, there’s something for every FRINGE WORLD grand master or rookie! Visit the new portrait, play a round of chess or experience never-before-seen spaces with our immersive adventures. Our venue bars will be serving a fantastic range before and after each performance. Make it a whole ‘knight’ out!

The Crow and the King
- hello@fringeworld.com.au
- (08) 9227 6288
- https://fringeworld.com.au/
- https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/The-Crow-and-the-King-fw2021
The Crow and the King is an immersive story-based experience that blends visual arts, sculpture and storytelling set against one of the most distinctive set pieces you'll ever experience.
- Festivals:Fringe Festival
- Time(s):From 6:30PM To 8:30PM
- Dates:Various dates from Jan 15 to Jan 29
Details
- Performing Arts:Theatre
- Produced By:Fringe World
- Hosted By:The REmida Arts Crew
Description

THE WITCH AND THE GOAT
- hello@fringeworld.com.au
- (08) 9227 6288
- https://fringeworld.com.au/
- https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/THE-WITCH-AND-THE-GOAT-fw2021
Harness your imagination! Meet “The Witch and the Goat", mythical creatures and other folk. Don’t be fooled by what you see. Something else lurks behind your back! Existence Theatre. A fairy tale t...
- Festivals:Fringe Festival
- Time(s):From 8:30PM To 9:30PM
- Dates:Various dates from Jan 15 to Jan 30
Details
- Performing Arts:Theatre
- Produced By:Fringe World
- Hosted By:ART IN PROCESS
Description

Best Show Ever - Fringe World Perth
- info@pierreulric.com
- https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/best-show-ever-fw2021
- https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/best-show-ever-fw2021
Three of WA’s most awarded entertainers have combined their talents to bring you an explosive world premiere: BEST SHOW EVER!
- Dates:Jan 16-25; 27-31; Feb 7 & 14
- Time(s):3:15pm
- Venue:The Edith Spiegeltent at The Woodside Pleasure Garden
- Festivals:Fringe Festival
Details
- Hosted By:Magnus Danger Magnus, Morgan James, Pierre Ulric
- Ticket Price:$17.50 to $25.00
- Performing Arts:Comedy,Theatre
- Event Venue:Woodside Pleasure Garden
- Produced By:Fringe World
Description
Don’t miss these marvelous madmen as they concoct, clown, and conjure up a not-to-be-missed, family-friendly spectacle that’s equal parts science, circus, and magic. It’s not just amazing, it’s the BEST SHOW EVER! FRINGE WORLD Children's Event WA Winner 2020 FRINGE WORLD Children's Event WA Winner 2019 ADELAIDE FRINGE Best Magic Weekly Winner 2019 FRINGE WORLD Children's Event WA Winner 2018 FRINGE WORLD Children's Event WA Nominee 2018 WA Magician of the Year 2003, 2005, 2018 (WA Society of Magicians) As seen on Penn & Teller: FOOL US 2020 Presented By: Magnus Danger Magnus, Morgan James, and Pierre Ulric, three of WA’s most awarded entertainers, have joined forces to create the family entertainment supergroup: BEST SHOW EVER.

Bring Out Your Dead
- hello@fringeworld.com.au
- (08) 9227 6288
- https://fringeworld.com.au/
- https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/Bring-Out-Your-Dead-fw2021
‘Do you put a dead body in the recycling or the general waste?’ Riley has found Mark on his floor. Dead. How did he get there? Nobody knows Bring Out Your Dead is a dark comedy about supporting y...
- Festivals:Fringe Festival
- Time(s):From Various To 10:05PM
- Dates:Jan 16 - Jan 24
Details
- Performing Arts:Theatre
- Produced By:Fringe World
- Event Venue:Girls School
- Hosted By:unBALANCED Productions
Description

Everything's Kinda Stupid!
- hello@fringeworld.com.au
- (08) 9227 6288
- https://fringeworld.com.au/
- https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/Everything-s-Kinda-Stupid-fw2021
When their stupid podcast goes viral, two friends become heralded as the voice of a generation. But how do you speak for a generation that won’t ever shut up? Everything’s Kinda Stupid! answers the...
- Festivals:Fringe Festival
- Time(s):From 9:40PM To 10:35PM
- Dates:Jan 16 - Jan 24
Details
- Performing Arts:Theatre
- Produced By:Fringe World
- Event Venue:Girls School
- Hosted By:every other theatre company
Description

Justin Sider is D!ckless
- hello@fringeworld.com.au
- (08) 9227 6288
- https://fringeworld.com.au/
Justin Sider's penis is missing. Drag king, ladies man, f*ck boy and competitive lap dancer, join Justin on the search for his wiener. A one man drag show romp like no other.
- Festivals:Fringe Festival
- Time(s):From 9:10PM To 10:10PM
- Dates:Various dates from Jan 16 to Feb 14
Details
- Performing Arts:Theatre
- Produced By:Fringe World
- Event Venue:Girls School
- Hosted By:Justin Sider
Description

The Greatest Magic Show
- https://www.thegreatestmagicshow.com.au/
- https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/the-greatest-magic-show-fw2021
The multi award-winning, 3 year sell-out sensation - The Greatest Magic Show - is returning to Fringe World in 2021 with more whimsical wonders than ever before!
- Dates:Jan 16 - 31
- Time(s):4.40pm
- Venue:Lotterywest De Parel Spiegeltent at The Woodside Pleasure Garden
- Festivals:Fringe Festival
Details
- Hosted By:Showmen Productions
- Ticket Price:$20
- Type:For Kids
- Performing Arts:Circus,Comedy,Theatre
- Produced By:Fringe World
- Event Venue:Woodside Pleasure Garden
Description
Having garnered international acclaim in Edinburgh, New Zealand and England, the stars Sam and Justin will be hitting the stage with brand new illusions direct from a Las Vegas stage!
Joining them once again, the show will be presented by the hilarious, charismatic and enchanting Ringmaster who, after searching far and wide, has finally found The Greatest Magic Show - and will do everything to keep it on track!
For an hour of non-stop laughter & wonder, plus a FREE MAGIC WAND, you can't miss this!!
Presented by:
Showmen Productions
Showmen Productions is an independent production company founded in Melbourne, Australia. Since its creation in 2018, the two driving minds behind the company, Sam and Justin, have created and toured internationally 2 MEGA magic shows; a family-friendly spectacular, ‘The Greatest Magic Show’, alongside their hilariously raucous, 18+ only evening show ‘Adults Only Magic Show’!
Their current flagship shows are set to tour the world in 2021, with extended seasons as apart of fringes in Perth, Adelaide, NZ, Brighton, Paris, Edinburgh and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival!

Beyond The Faerie Door
- info@racarena.com.au
- (08) 6365 0700
- https://www.racarena.com.au/
- https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=RACFAERI21&V=WPA&utm_source=RACArena&utm_campaign=RACArena
Make these school holidays magical and venture Beyond The Faerie Door, in an installation full of beauty, wonder and imagination.
- Dates:Jan 19 - 25
- Time(s):11am, 1pm, 3pm
- Venue:RAC Arena
Details
- Event Venue:RAC Arena
- Type:For Kids
- Ticket Price:$22
- Performing Arts:Dance,Theatre
Description
The Stage is returning to the RAC Local Lounge in fun size!
Children will immerse themselves in this interactive experience designed for ages 3 to 8 years and enjoyed by anyone who still believes in magic!
Glitter yourself up, get your faerie name and sit in on story time, learn some faerie craft, dance with the faeries and explore all the many wonders behind the magic door!
We haven’t forgotten about you big kids too! While the little faeries fly around their exciting journey beyond the faerie door, you can enjoy a relax right there in our comfortable lounge with cool air, couches, cushions, coffee, bar and food. Plan to stay for a munch as there will be plenty of Faerie fun food to enjoy!