At the centre of the image is an illustrated egg being fried in a black and orange pan, against a light blue watercolour painted background. Coming in from the top left corner is a black and white photo of a hand holding half a cracked egg, and another c

Theatre

Eggs Aren't That Easy to Make

“If I’m in a lesbian relationship when I’m older, I want you to be the sperm donor”, Claire says to her best friend, Dan, while drunk at a uni party. “Okay, it’s a deal”. Flash forward ten years and the two friends are making good on their promise. Having your best friend be your sperm donor - what could go wrong? Big Sofa Theatre presents a queer rom-com, written by Maria Telnikoff (Previously at Underbelly: “My Dad Wears A Dress”, “All The Men Are Going To Hate Me”), directed by Lauren Tranter.

30 July - 25 August 2025, 1:00 pm

Underbelly Bristo Square

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Musicals and Opera

Song Society

Deep in the heart of the mysterious Song Society, memories and feelings are filed away to make room for new ones. But when a stubborn case resists being archived, the Songkeeper is pulled into a journey that challenges everything she knows about the stories that make us whole. A one-person musical by award-winning writer/performer Florencia Iriondo, woven with an original acoustic folk-pop score that echoes long after the final note. 

30 July - 25 August 2025, 1:15 pm

Underbelly Bristo Square

A green apple sits on a wooden rocking chair. Two eyes and a mouth have been bitten out of her.

Cabaret and Variety

An Evening with Dame Granny Smith

The world's most celebrated apple returns for an intimate on-stage conversation. From her vaudeville debut at age five to her breakthrough role in Disney's Snow White, Dame Smith will take you on a journey through her storied life and career, all told with her trademark candour and wit. Warm, funny, uplifting, absurd and 'a show you'll remember for many years to come' (GlamAdelaide.com.au). Winner – Best Variety, Adelaide Fringe 2025.

30 July - 25 August 2025, 1:20 pm

Underbelly George Square

A flamboyant MC in front of a row of four misses. The misses stand like dolls and the MC holds an intriguing pose.

Musicals and Opera

Miss Brexit

Extravagant musical satire about young migrants surviving in a place that no longer welcomes them. Meet real people facing the consequences of Brexit and how it's affected their future. What does it take to become Miss Brexit? Who is capable of erasing their identity in order to talk, think and live like a Brit? Who is willing to exchange their national cuisine for mashed potato? Danail Chirpansky New Work Award Winner.

30 July - 24 August 2025, 1:25 pm

Underbelly Bristo Square

Connor Delves as Cadel Evans in the new play CADEL: Lungs On Legs. Delves, as Evans, rides a BMC road bike, following the 2011 win of the Tour de France.

Theatre

CADEL: Lungs on Legs

The epic true story of the first Australian to win the Tour de France, live on stage. Performed entirely on a bike in an epic theatrical feat of endurance by acclaimed Australian actor Connor Delves. Pedalling non-stop for an hour, he recreates the thrilling journey of Cadel's 2011 Tour de France win, and all the triumphs, heartaches and sacrifices made along the way. “Connor's vision for this show is bold and exciting, and I'm thrilled to be involved from the start. He’ll be riding a BMC, just like I did (and do!), wearing the same yellow jersey I wore, and actually riding on stage every night... how cool is that? I love cycling, and I'm deeply honored that an Australian artist has been inspired to bring my story to life for audiences worldwide. I hope you enjoy CADEL, and I encourage you to support Connor and his creative journey in giving the show a long life. See you there!”– Cadel Evans

31 July - 24 August 2025, 1:00 pm

Underbelly Cowgate

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Theatre

Yes, We're Related

Dysfunctional sisters Sara and Saskia are forced to confront the unpredictable stages of grief. Sara is living in denial, and Saskia is determined to celebrate the anniversary of their mother’s death with her quirky partner Mark and a party to die for. But when a jaw-dropping secret is revealed, things go from bad, to worse, to catastrophic.  Hailed as a comedy echoing the best episodes of Only Fools and Horses, and sisterhood likened to BBC's Fleabag, Lace-Evans' smash-hit dark comedy returns to Fringe. Listed within the 'Top 100 Trending Shows of the Edinburgh Fringe 2024', Yes, We're Related is 'going to be "a thing"' (City AM).  Awarded the Keep It Fringe Fund, and developed by SOHO Theatre Labs, YES, WE’RE RELATED became an immediate hit later going on to enjoy a sell-out London run at The Other Palace.   

31 July - 24 August 2025, 2:00 pm

Underbelly Cowgate

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Music

MASSAOKE: Sing The Musicals

This lunchtime sing-along show is a dream come true for musicals fans of all ages, raising the curtain on all your favourite hits from stage and screen. Featuring songs from Mamma Mia, Hamilton, Frozen, The Greatest Showman, Dirty Dancing, Les Mis, Jungle Book, We Will Rock You, Phantom, Mary Poppins and many more... The entire crowd is the real star of this show, singing together guided by lyrics on a giant screen, accompanied by a brilliant live band. Bring the sing!

1 - 24 August 2025, 1:40 pm

Underbelly George Square

Wellness

Soul Water Sauna at Circus Hub!

Step into the soothing warmth, where the noise fades and presence returns. Between steams, awaken your senses with invigorating cold plunges. For those curious to go deeper, daily guided rituals invite a richer connection to this ancient tradition. Amidst the buzz and brilliance of the festival, pause for a moment of playful restoration. Rooted in centuries of practice, our mobile sauna is more than heat — it’s a space to reconnect, reflect, and immerse in the magic. Please remember to bring with you to your session: 2 towels (one to sit on) Bottle of water Cup for your tea after the session Swimmers Please take a moment to read the information below which are important to you and your sauna session. Sauna Tips FAQ’s Soul Water Sauna will also be hosting Daily Ritual Sessions. Click HERE to see times and book.

1 - 23 August 2025, 5:15 pm

Underbelly's Circus Hub on the Meadows

Dance Physical Theatre and Circus

The Ruckus

Nancy, new to town and catastrophically behind schedule, is too busy blasting Celine Dion to notice her guests are due to arrive… any minute now! Played by acclaimed acrobatic clown Arielle Lauzon, Nancy scrambles to pull off the perfect party with the assistance of her wildly talented (yet largely unhelpful) friends, and the pressure is on for everything to be perfect! What follows is a riot of high heels on treadmills, human-sized balloons, extravagant costume changes, and astonishing physical feats - all soundtracked by the spirit of a certain legendary French-Canadian diva. With a cast of all elite female and non-binary performers, The Ruckus is a fierce, funny, glitter-soaked explosion of skill.    

2 - 23 August 2025, 1:05 pm

Underbelly's Circus Hub on the Meadows

Ben Goldsmith stands on stage wearing a blue suit jacket with a red hankerchief in the top pocket. He is holding his hands out infront of him and clasping them together, he is pulling a sad expression on his face.

Comedy

Ben Goldsmith: CrimeLandTown

'An insane amount of fun' (TheWeeReview.com). Mafia-themed whodunnit CrimeLandTown returns to EdFringe. Ben Goldsmith plays every character in a hilarious and one-of-a-kind screwball comedy about a wannabe gangster who never made the grade, so ended up singing in a dive-bar. What a schmuck! Don't miss a show described as gloriously silly, epic and weird, performed with enviable vim by a versatile talent with nimble aplomb. 

12 - 24 August 2025, 1:15 pm

Underbelly Bristo Square

A photo of Yulia Navalnaya. She is wearing a dark blue dress and is smiling at the camera with her hands clasped infront of her.

Talks and Events

The Front List: Yulia Navalnaya

Until his death in a Russian prison last year, Alexei Navalny offered the only meaningful opposition to Vladimir Putin’s leadership. Written by Navalny following a near-fatal poisoning attempt, Patriot is a brave memoir, telling his personal and political story, and emphasising his commitment to the principles of individual freedom, even while risking his own life. Today, Nalvalny’s widow, Yulia Navalnaya, speaks about her late husband’s powerful book, the uniquely courageous man she loved, and her determination to keep his campaigning and story alive.

22 August 2025, 1:30 pm

McEwan Hall