2025 Fringe Review: Game on 3
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ When you’re handed a coloured Among Us beanie, Nerf guns, and a bag of Nerf bullets as you walk into a show, you know
Perth Happenings: Your Guide to Fringe
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?
Piping Hot Reviews as We Watch Them!
2025 Fringe Review: Villains
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and a half. Calling all Lamingtons! The Hairy Godmother is back! This time, instead of a quest for true love, we’re being taken on
2025 Fringe Review: Drag Me to Broadway
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Just another drag show…Abso-fringe-alutely NOT! Drag performers notoriously get “visual” attention for their wild outfits and cheeky personas. However, THE Dean Misdale commands more
2025 Fringe Review: The Empire Strikes up the Band
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Millenium Falcon and Darth Vadar helmet sit a light sabres distance from the black grand piano. The collection of brass instruments is lined
2025 Fringe Review: Willing Participant
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I marvel that how one person under a spotlight on stage can deliver personal stories that keeps the audience enthralled for one riveting hour.
2025 Fringe Review: Evolution Revolution
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ What do you get when you cross a comedian with a scientist? Kate Smurthwaite’s informative yet hilarious Fringe show Evolution Revolution. Kate kicks off
2025 Fringe Review: Nanna Bingo
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Nanna Bingo is a laugh-out-loud, irreverent, colourful and interactive take on your classic bingo, and will delight audiences with its zany, doesn’t-take-itself-too-seriously appeal. With
2025 Fringe Review: Impromptunes: Tune Your Own Adventure
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I am a big fan of improvisational comedy (improv); I love watching how quick improv artists are thinking on their feet. One of my
2025 Fringe Review: Adult Bubble Show
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Since 2017, Perth’s Fringe Festival Adult Bubble Performance has been selling out shows worldwide, delivering a unique and visually stunning spectacle that completely redefines what bubbles
2025 Fringe Review: Bogan Shakespeare Presents: Romeo and Juliet
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Shakespeare is revered for being a master playwright. However, as pretty as his words are, they do not hold the attention of the masses.
2025 Fringe Review: Smile: The Story of Charlie Chaplin
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Smile: The Story of Charlie Chaplin is a wonderfully engaging, funny, and poignant show that brims with charm, thanks in large part to its
2025 Fringe Review: Enchanted Dreams
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Access all ARIEL of Disney tunes with Enchanted Dreams at Fringe this summer! Held at the De Parel Spiegeltent in The Pleasure Garden, this
2025 Fringe Review: WA Exposé
⭐️⭐️⭐️ and a half. WA Exposé sells itself as a rapid-fire variety show that allows audiences to experience a wide range of performance arts. From
2025 Fringe Review: Thunderstruck
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Thunderstruck is an immersive electric violin performance showcasing beloved hits of classic rock with some surprises thrown into the mix. Blue Violin aka Christopher
2025 Fringe Review: Bad Girls of History
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Well behaved women seldom make history” When you think of a show about history, you might think of dusty textbooks or black and white