Melbourne Fringe
Melbourne Fringe is fighting to fill the gaps in a shrinking sector
As festivals fold and tensions rise, Melbourne Fringe weighs what artists need in 2026 and the role it must play…
Melbourne Fringe director’s picks: 11 shows to put on your radar
Don't know what to see at Melbourne Fringe in 2026? Start here.
Deaf artists lead the way at this year’s Melbourne Fringe
Deaf-led projects are hitting the spotlight at Melbourne Fringe, from a performance marrying opera and Auslan, to a panel talk…
On the move: latest arts sector appointments
Your weekly round-up of Australian arts sector appointments.
Banquet review: captivating circus tackles the big issues
This innovative performance uses circus arts to explore class themes, but who's invited to the banquet?
Melbourne Fringe 2025: a review diary
A selection of short reviews from the 2025 Melbourne Fringe Festival; rolling coverage which will be regularly updated.
Circus De Licious review: promising variety show doesn't quite hold together
The Circus De Licious performers brought energy but the Melbourne Fringe show lacked cohesion.
Elixir Revived review: brilliantly ocker acrobatics at Melbourne Fringe
A sophisticated subversion of masculinity, Elixir Revived asks what acrobats would get up to in a zombie apocalypse.
Krishna Istha's First Trimester: 'Many people are open to giving sperm'
In the ultimate crowd participation show, the trans would-be parent Krishna Istha looks for sperm donors in the audience.
Decadence: 10 Years of Yummy review – let's have some fun!
Yummy, in this new show, offers a highly enjoyable exploration of subcultural cabaret.