
2026 Fringe Review: She Said What?
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The intimate setting of Subiaco Arts Centre is perfectly matched to She Said What?: Iconic Songs by Australian Women Reimagined and Unplugged. The small,
FRINGE WORLD returns with a burst of creativity, captivating audiences with a kaleidoscope of performances from Wednesday, 21st January until Sunday 15th February.
The 2026 line up promises a tapestry of awe-inspiring local acts and international artists, weaving together a cultural celebration that transcends boundaries.
From the heart of Western Australia to the far reaches of global creativity, the program of must-see performances encapsulates the essence of Fringe — daring, innovative, and always pushing the boundaries of artistic expression.
The struggle to choose a Fringe show to watch is real. Here at Perth Happenings, we offer one of the most extensive coverages of the Fringe program. Last year, we reviewed 72 shows throughout the three week run. How many will we cover this year?

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The intimate setting of Subiaco Arts Centre is perfectly matched to She Said What?: Iconic Songs by Australian Women Reimagined and Unplugged. The small,

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sometimes the journey is more interesting than the destination. SPARKBIRD is the encapsulation of this phrase. Beginning with comedian and bird enthusiast Chelsea at

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Have you ever sat in a comedy show and thought, what happened to this comedian’s childhood to convince them to seek validation from a

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be slapped in the face by a sequined glove while someone whispers the most brutally accurate

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I went to Fringe Beast Fun with my six-year-old and nine-year-old. I’ll admit I had a brief moment of hesitation when I realised the

⭐️⭐️⭐️ and a half The Quest for the Coolest Animals In The World sounds like a magical variety show. Described as a science-music-comedy-game show full

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Villains: A Dizney in Drag Parody follows the young protagonist, Vil, on her quest to become a true Disney villain, ‘the kind you see

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ With headphones on and everyone’s anticipation building, we followed the gentle yet precise instructions delivered through our headsets by a guide whose name is

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Pulling off a solo show will always come with a massive undertaking. Let alone a solo show that relies heavily on audience participation. It

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and a half The titans of tease are back this Fringe. Sugar Blue Burlesque’s Teaser is here with a star studded line up to

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I Think It Could Work is one of those Fringe shows where the audience doesn’t just watch what happens – we quietly help decide it.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Musical Comedian Sammy J returns to Perth with his Show “Hero Complex” to show how life can take unexpected turns and how one action

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We joined Andrea James Lui for her Australian premiere of The Pole Shebang. From the moment she stepped on stage, it felt less like

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sinsuality is a cult classic. This is undeniable, judging by the throngs of people waiting to enter the Lotterywest De Parel Spiegeltent. This Fringe

⭐️⭐️ and a half I have to be honest. I had to sit with this one for a while. Time literally stood still as the