Big_John's Blog
March 17th
General
Northern Lights.
Last night was fun in a healthy way.
Plenty of people walking back and forth taking photos, this time around there are all new designs being projected.
I spoke to the crew who are from the UK and found out that they will change the main film stock today and you will see clean crisp new ones being projected on to the buildings so your best time to see them will be tonight 17th of March and with no major events happening it's not hard to find a park close by.
I'm aware that this is a Adelaide Festival project and nothing to do with Adelaide Fringe but it's free and probably the only thing that came out of the Adelaide Festival that I thought was worth looking at, I have to admit that the Fringe Festival has so much more to see and do that I have very little time to give to other events.
So while the weather is near perfect at night to witness this, I say get umongst it while you can and enjoy Adelaide for what it is, a Festival City that rivals any Festival in the world of it's kind.
One Eyed Fringe supporter with both eye's open.
BJ
March 16th
General
Ms Lizzy, Miss Min let the grieving process begin.
Grieving process for PFS.(Post Fringe Syndrome).
There are many just like us three who feel the loss, on a high for a whole month then to have it all ripped away within a day. Stage one of the five steps of grieving is Denial, The Fringe is still here, I found myself saying the same thing, then I was standing in front of a mirror with my brush to my mouth and a plush red velvet drape behind me and some mood lighting to see if I could still get the rush of endorphins that my body and mind now crave, it worked for just a moment then it was gone and so was the denial.
Now I'm at step two, Anger, angry I did not see enough shows, angry at the short time I had with the Fringe, angry with myself for not asking the Fringe to marry me...
Soon I will be at step three Bargaining, four Depression, five Acceptance.
I will get to step five in my own time and play with all the ticket stubs on the way to recovery.
Just to let you know that you and many others are not alone and need support from friends and family to get us through this time of hardship.
Tomorrow I'm going to buy a monster size calendar and start crossing the days off till Sweet Fringe arises again in 2011.
So any one reading this right now, get up, head to town and come for a walk on north terrace to see the lights, there should be enough people walking around to make you feel like it's all still here. :D
8:30pm Tuesday and will be there at 9pm.
Mad about Fringe
BJ
March 16th
General
Adam Hills.
Adam Hills to be a Father!
Earlier in my blogs I mentioned that I had some news about Adam Hills.
"When I spoke with him on his arrival to Adelaide the first thing he told me was on the ultrasound the child had both hands up with fingers spread like Magic Fingers pose and suggested that he call the baby BoJangles"
So Yes! It's Official!! Adam and Ally are having a baby, I'm so proud of Adam, he will be a great dad to grow up with unless he calls the child BoJangles, Please Ally don't let him choose that name :p
I named my daughters Amanda Jade and Sarah Jane and still remember how wonderful becoming a dad is, the feeling never goes away.
Speaking of daughters, Manda was able to attend the fringe with me a couple of years ago and met loads of my friends who all seem to be very famous in her eye's and old mates in mine.
Bring some art and culture into your children's lives and mix it with some laughs and tears for one month every year, The Fringe is affordable fun for everyone.
Proud Father
BJ
March 16th
Fun Stuff
Northern Lights.
The Northern Lights have been extended till the 28th day of March
Northern Lights is also participating in Earth Hour so on the last Saturday 27th of March the lights go out for one hour then back on.
Up until the 28th you can see this great and fasinating display of colour from the moment the Sun goes down till 1am, so there is plenty of time to see it so don't waste this opportunity and get amongst it, and the best thing is it's FREE!
Set yourself Free!
BJ
March 16th
General
Northern Lights.
I was told that the Northern Lights on North Terrace have been extended and I'm going to see if they are and get some HD footage of the buildings and the way they are lit.
Years ago I very much enjoyed the casual walk sitting for around ten minutes per building as the projectors circled through the different colourful designs.
I look forward to this and seeing others also enjoying it all..
Ad some colour to your life
BJ
March 15th
General
Awards NightSee Fringe Fever web site for all the details.
March 15th
General
Vox Pops and Photos.
If you have been to the Fringe this year or just the Parade on opening night go and check out all the photos and videos taken this year, Just click the headings above "PHOTOS" or "VOX POPS" and have a detailed look at what happened this 2010 Adelaide Fringe.
Take a close look at Justin Hamilton's last few entries as they are hilarious.
How much can you get away with at a Fringe
I know I'm taking loads away from this Fringe
Keeping a little Fringe Spirit in a can under my bed to get me through till next time in 2011
Stay positive, laugh and dance like you don't know how
:)
BJ
March 15th
Fun Stuff
Spontaneous Broadway.
When Worlds Collide
Last nights final performance at the Royalty Theater was just brilliant
The title for the last show was "When Worlds Collide" A love story of Fritz a German Mime working his show at the Fringe and falling in love with Gladdis a Pit crew boss at the Calipsal 500.
Trying to hide their love for each other and the pain of not seeing each other with pressures from peers who would not let either world mix come to the final conclusion that if your in love you can cross any boundaries if there is no security.
A very funny show/shows, Myself and friends look forward to the return of Spontaneous Broadway next year for the Adelaide Fringe 2011.
Frown upside down spells Fringe
BJ
March 15th
General
The awards go to :D.
Fresh from Fringe Fever;
Congrats to all the Adelaide Fringe Awards Finalists!
BankSA People's Choice Award
Operation Mincemeat
Scaramouche Jones
Words They Make with their Mouths
Adelaide Festival Centre inSPACE:development Award
Beartburger
Nikki Aitken Presents
Too Far Again, Not Far Enough
Adelaide Fringe Award for Best Fringe Venue Operation
Arcade Lane
Garden of Unearthly Delights
Higher Ground
The Birdcage
The Stables
Tuxedo Cat
Adelaide Fringe Award for Best Puppetry
The Adventures of Alvin Sputnik: Deep Sea Explorer
Sarkadi's Budapest Marionettes
Sticks Stones Broken Bones
The Grimstones - Hatched
Adelaide Fringe Award for Best Dance
Foxing Round a Story
Pickled.
Sketches of Blood
Too Far Again, Not Far Enough
Adelaide Fringe Award for Best Circus
And the Little One Said
Controlled Falling Project
Dos or Duo
Freefall
Adelaide Fringe Award for Best Cabaret
Die Roten Punkte - Rock!
In Search of Atlantis
Nikki Aitken Presents
The Wau Wau Sisters' Last Supper
When The Sex Is Gone
Where Was I?
Adelaide Fringe Award for Best Music
Beatburger
C. W. Stoneking
Josh Bennett
Katie Noonan
The Adelaide Sax Pack Does the Eighties, Nineties and Naughties
Eran Svigos Award for Best Body of Work By An Individual
Sarah Beetson ("YOU ARE NOT WHAT YOU EAT: Eating Disorders In Fashion")
Violet Cooper (The Cars That Ate Screamdance)
Emma Hack (Exotic & Native Mandala with Broadhurst Delights)
Julie Millowick (Close to Home)
Todd Romanowycz (Romy Art)
Ryan Sims (Mechanical Workshop)
Adelaide Fringe Award for Best Exhibition By A Collective
2010 Helpmann Academy Graduate Exhibition
2010 Heysen Sculpture Biennial B5
Format Festival
Hedgemaze
Invisible Red Threads
Knitting Nancy
Palmer Sculpture Biennial 2010
Quiet Reader
Shapeshifter: City/Adelaide
BankSA Support Act Award
Foxing Round A Story
Nick Parnell - Bach to Brazil
Shapeshifter: City/Adelaide
Vigilantelope Presents Tale of the Golden Lease
When The Sex Is Gone
Adelaide Fringe Award for Best Emerging Comedian
Granny Flaps - Opens Up
Sargasm
The Golden Phung
The List Operators
Adelaide Fringe Award for Best Established Comedian
Adam Hills - Mess Around
David O'Doherty - David O'Doh-party
Ivan Brackenbury's Hospital Radio Roadshow
Hannah Gadsby - The Cliff Young Shuffle
Stevl Shefn and his Translator Fatima
Adelaide Fringe Award for Best Theatre Production
a tiny chorus
en route
Heroin(e) for Breakfast
The Event
Adelaide Fringe Award for Best Theatre Performer
David Calvitto (The Event)
Eryn Jean Norvill (a tiny chorus)
Hayley Shillito (Heroin(e) for Breakfast)
Emily Tomlins (a tiny chorus)
Spirit of the Fringe Award
This award went to the staff, the Stars behind the Stars
They deserve this award and they filled the stage with all the staff and the room filled with applause.
I'm happy Adam Hills won for Best Established Comedian and that "The Stables" came fourth for a venue award, good on you Bob and cheers to the venue manager Jess xx
My hands are sore from clapping
BJ
March 15th
Fun Stuff
Astronaut decends on Fringe Club.
Astronaut dancing the Robot to Dr Who music, This absolutely blew the minds of the Fringe Club patrons and staff and was such a totally unexpected surprise.
The dance floor with so many people taking photos needed no lighting effects as the space suit was trimmed with flashing neon lighting changing colors and the cameras gave a strobe effect like indoor lightening.
Space out
BJ
March 15th
General
Wanging and grooving.
I'm looking through the endless photos and have found one of me dancing with a Panda at The Fringe Club, Wang Wang was able to sneak out at night and join all the groovers till the wee hours of the morning and the fans loved it.
Sadly I did not see the Panda at the awards last night.
Last night(sat) a Panda save my life :)
BJ
March 15th
General
Lizzy and Sam Simmons.
I just got the joke
Seeing none of us/bloggers has an email address for correspondence
You would never have got those photos of Sam thus invalidating any entries you made about Sam and that in it's self is very funny, saying his shows were rubbish over and over was a bit harsh but now I think I understand, You have a crush on Sam Simmons :) I admit I have a bit of a man crush as well like Johnny Depp or Sir Sean Connery, George Clooney and Justin Hamilton. lol :D
Stroking the Puma
BJ
March 15th
Fun Stuff
Rhino Room.
Rhino Room still has comedy every week for the fix of laughter you now have an addiction for.
It's rumored that they will be running a special promotion during this time till the next fringe arrives and could see you winning a VIP pass to their fringe shows, that would be a great bonus for the lucky winner/s to be able to see some shows for free. :)
So don't forget to support our local and new comedians by seeing them perform at the Rhino Room each week.
Clap, giggle, laugh and scream in that order.
All this laughter during the fringe has had a great therapeutic effect.
Taken from www.holisticonline.com
"Research results indicate that, after exposure to humor, there is a general increase in activity within the immune system, including:
- An increase in the number and activity level of natural killer cells that attack viral infected cells and some types of cancer and tumor cells.
- An increase in activated T cells (T lymphocytes). There are many T cells that await activation. Laughter appears to tell the immune system to "turn it up a notch."
- An increase in the antibody IgA (immunoglobulin A), which fights upper respiratory tract insults and infections.
- An increase in gamma interferon, which tells various components of the immune system to "turn on."
- An increase in IgB, the immunoglobulin produced in the greatest quantity in body, as well as an increase in Complement 3, which helps antibodies to pierce dysfunctional or infected cells. The increase in both substances was not only present while subjects watched a humor video; there also was a lingering effect that continued to show increased levels the next day."
I'm thinking Rhino Room is a emergency department for stress relief :D
Out bad energy, out bad energy, lol :)
BJ
March 15th
Fun Stuff
Northern Lights.
Go see them while it's nice and quiet, take the whole family.
BJ
March 15th
Fun Stuff
Blogs Blog Blogger blogedy blog.
I have so enjoyed this Fringe and I'm so grateful to this site for allowing me to tell my story, meet new people though my blog and others who told me they enjoyed the gossip from around the Fringe, It's 11:59 14/03/2010
Goodbye till next year and look forward to giving you more in 2011
Cheers peeps it's been great fun
Now
I'm going to clean my toothy pegs, put on my jimmy jams and go sleepy bo bo's
BJ
Big John
March 14th
General
Awards Night at HQ or Heven.
Awards Night at HQ or Heaven.
I'm sad like many others now that The Fringe is officially over.
The awards night produced several surprises and I won't quote any
of the awards in case I get it wrong..
The Stables came second and we all ready knew the best show there was Ross Daniels in Transposed Man, plug plug, yes you guessed it, he will be back by demand next year and we and friends of Ross are looking forward to it.
Great job Ross..
BJ
March 14th
General
Spontanious and Tripod.
I'm off to see the final show for Spontaneous Broadway tonight as I'm a big fan of Improve comedy, I was going to make it a double so I would see Tripod after but alas Tripod finished last night so sorry Gates'y I will have to see it in Melbourne on Next Year at the 2011 Adelaide Fringe and I promise I will see you one day live :)
Any one looking for a great show to watch early Spontaneous Broadway starts at six pm tonight and then heads to the Melbourne Comedy Festival where their shows are almost all sold out before they start, so don't miss there last night at the Royalty Theater in Angas Street.
Spontaneous Spectator
BJ
March 13th
General
Ammachaos.
If you have not seen inside you may have missed it, with crowds lined to the footpath of Rundle street it was Craxy.
I was happy I pre-booked those tickets and then there was only a two hour wait, it passed very fast with performers in the Fringe tent working up the screams of children into a frenzy of laughter.
There was also a giant Scotsman playing the pipes with a giant dog who had a weak bladder and would pee on everyone close, this was very funny to see..
I met around eight people today who came up and said hi, they have been reading not only my blogs but others as well. So LizzyThePuma and MisMin there are many people reading our blogs if there were that many readers in a small area over two hours then there are plenty of readers out there.
Anyway it was worth the wait to wait for the line up.
Crazy as a Ammo-coconut
BJ
March 13th
General
Amococo SaturdayI'm off to Amococo for a last look before it departs
Say hi if you see me wandering around and no their not my children with me, but I wish my children were this young so I could be a parent again and see their eye's open to all the excitement the Fringe brings to town.
Ammococo; The bouncy castle with No bounce :)
BJ
March 13th
General
I can see clearly now.
I can see clearly now that you know who I am
The Name Big John has been with me and the Fringe for 16 years now
and it's easy for everyone to remember, I'm having a hard time remembering all the names of the new artists this year and ask you to forgive me if I get it wrong once but shake me if I do it twice and you will stand out in my eye's
I'm happy I used a photo of myself to the right of this blog as many people have said hello and I would like to thank them for showing and telling me of the best shows to see.
I think all Blogger's and reviewers should do the same next year, but then again I'm a very large guy and overlook how the dark side of having a photo up could be :p
Nothing to worry about as I don't give scathing reviews or bad blog acts, it's better to say nothing and spend all my time on the positive aspects of The Adelaide Fringe.
Blood type
BJ Positive
March 13th
General
Tarmac and Talent.
Last night saw the crowds swell walking through the East end of Adelaide and what a well behaved crowd it was and then a second wave after the track side concert.
The Garden then had a line up till very late and the Fringe Club also saw more than the usual number of guests, this was good in the Fringe Club as all guests seemed polite and were enjoying themselves, it was a very comfortable place to be while hoards of people walking the streets were looking for something and seemed more in a zombie state not knowing their way around Adelaide then a happy party mode like the faces reflected in the Fringe Club.
Tonight I'm looking forward to who wins what awards for the Fringe and hope to see you at the Fringe Club for a large send off and then Sunday night for a kiss goodbye and a feet up relaxing drink and maybe a slow dance..
I'm going to miss you Fringe till next we meet.
Counting the days
BJ
March 13th
General
Spaced out.
The blow up astronauts are one use only and cost a small fortune, we may never see them again, rumor has it they may already be sold, the Fringe may now be every year but could we have the themes run two years in a row, should we break from tradition and have one look from now on.
I say NO to changing the current format, a new poster every year see many contestants participating for the honor of designing the Fringe poster theme.
The theme then sets a mark for punters who want to dress up in a matching theme, this keeps us the public interested and the imagination ticking over.
If it was the same every year people would say "Seen that Done that!"
I'm excited that a event can evolve with the world around it and not be constrained to the same poster and theme every year, same old same old is not what the Adelaide Fringe is about.
The Fringe management does not sit around scratching their back sides, they would already be considering the ten year plans and the future they leave to next replacements making sure that this will never change the format, the format works, has done and always will(the slightest mods may happen to evolve)
Simple, If it's Not broken Don't fix it.
The Jet Fighter is buzzing around at the moment and has caught my attention, and I love a good aerial display, so I will end here..
I'm a Plane man!.
BJ
March 12th
General
Audience Survey.
Thanks Lizzy for pointing out the survey in the fringe email
For more information please see LizzyThePuma blog
Cheers big ears
BJ
March 12th
General
Award Nominations.
And the nominations are!
This list has been compiled and will be advised tonight.
No matter if your at the Tuxedo Rooftop or in The Fringe Club
at some stage you will find out who the best of the fest are
My vote was for Hanna Norris for her performance of "My name is Rachel Corrie"
The most moving theater show I have seen this year and far back as I can remember.
Best Entertainer goes to Adam Hills for Messing Around.
Best Music Comedy would be Axes of Awesome
Best Venue, The Fringe Club
so on and so on
Listen out tonight for the nominee's and tomorrow for the Awards.
Adelaide Fringe, I could talk about it for so long the next Fringe would have arrived. :p
High on Fringe fumes
That would be me
BJ
March 12th
General
The Fringe Dance.
Yesterday I was in front of the Glass rotunda in the Garden of Unearthly Prices to watch Tripod members perform with Sam and Micky when the music started playing that has been picked as a surprise Fringe dance
at least 20 people ran down and started their well timed dance routine that turned out to be a great act in itself, by luck I just happened to have a HD1080 equipment on me and was able to film the whole sequence.
My hats off to the public that performed the number as it lasted almost 7 minutes touching on many styles of music and some hard to perform dances.
All in all it was very funny to see happen and the look of amazement from the crowds around watching.
Great work people..
Lover of line dancing, NOT! lol :p
BJ
March 12th
General
Sounds of thunder in the Hills.
Yesterday while attending Adam Hills performance I could not help hearing the backfires of cars making laps of the circuit at the Calipsal 500
I looked at the time and it was ten past seven and that the cars were suppose to be finished at seven, the last lap or to for testing cars came with some loud backfires that were just like Thunder but when Adam made a comment about the cars it suddenly stopped.
I caught up with Adam just before his gig and he was signing T-shirts for Charity, I was not at that particular gig but I purchased one anyway to help, it was a good chance to get an autograph for many people who lined up to buy one from Adam and have a photo taken as well.
If you like Adam Hills this is your chance to get up close, T's are $35 and well worth bringing your camera.. :D
Love the sound of thunder.
BJ
March 12th
General
Cabaret in the Fringe Clube.
Cabaret in the Fringe Club
There were many acts tonight that were very entertaining and very raunchy including a wedding in front of a room full of artists who made the couple feel at home with cheers of glee :D
Many performers are asked to show their wares on stage in the Fringe club to a room full of peers
Stage fright
BJ
March 12th
General
The Transposed Man.
Flawless performance, hit the marks and gave the audience what they paid for
and some, there were also plenty of artists in the audience and it's great to
hear praise from them after the show.
Accidental Productions who are managing many acts in the Stables have said;
"This IS the best act they have had all Fringe in the Stables"
To all the artists, Stand tall and proud the 2010 Adelaide Fringe is the best ever because of you, the performer!.
Proud to be South Australian, Home to the second largest Fringe in the world.
Look out Edinburgh, one day soon we will be the largest Fringe Festival because Australians don't settle for second best :p
As proud as when my children were born :D
BJ
March 11th
Fun Stuff
Great weather.
Great weather to be out and about from now till the end on Sunday :D
Have a jacket handy for the nights, it's always cool the last week of the Fringe
The Garden is very busy this weekend with extra shows so remember
to cut to the side of the line if you have tickets to shows as there are now
more people swelling into the city for Calipsal 500 and they will want to have a look
Get in early for all shows, tomorrow will see the start of three days of mayhem.
Rushing around with a headless chook.
BJ
March 11th
General
Adam Hills or Hurry up Jesus.
MissMin - Miss-Make-a-decision
That's a hard choice to make, I've seen Hurry up Jesus and it was fast with loads of laughing, I have also seen Adam and know it's a different show each night and funny oh so very funny because it's made up as he goes...
Toss a coin, pick a card, ask some friends, weigh it up, spin the bottle, choose a number, hand in the hat and pick one out...
And the winner is....
You because you have the chance to see both.
Leave Adams as soon as it finishes, the Maid is one road away Five minutes tops
I know Lindsy will be filling the audience in and by the time you get there you can walk right in and grab a seat as he will just be getting up to speed and it will be a roller coaster ride from the moment you are seated.
Either way it's the most exciting Fringe Festival ever.
Taking my time and pacing it out for the last days are coming and the Fringe lights go out
BJ
March 10th
General
To the Staff.
It's been a great time at the Fringe Club and all the staff have been so polite,
friendly and helpful.
Tonight they had their staff party at the club from 7pm with a small private area
just for staff to enjoy a BBQ and drinks, and they all deserve it.
The Fringe Club has a limit of one thousand people plus staff and security.
I have seen the club full of artists and guests and it rocks off all night.
Best Fringe Club ever and I'm looking forward to Fringe staff keeping it the same next year with some small changes but simplistic as it is, designed on a backyard of allmost any Australian home with Corrugated galvanised iron fence right down to the Hills hoist in the back corner and plenty of retro chairs and tables spread around with a dash of old lounges on the inside of the tent, this is the first tent the Fringe now owns and it's a beautiful tent.
Go and have a look at the Fringe Club during the day when Amacoco is open, the Fringe Club is open to the public while waiting to enter Amacoco and provides food and drinks with a bar for the adults if needed :)
Club Love
BJ
March 10th
General
Adam Adam Adam.
No wounder he is always sold out
Adam Hills is just so good at entertaining the crowds and they love him
Next year book the day they open the box office/Fringetixs
It will be the only way to get a ticket.
Always a five star performance * * * * *
BJ
March 10th
General
Just now leaving for Adams show.
Sort of said it in the title, anyway I'm excited.
Cheers
BJ
March 10th
General
Royalty Theater next door to The Arts Theater.
There is no construction that will interfere with parking as there
is a large car park at the back of the Royalty Theater, it's coin opp
so bring some change. Big crowds for all the shows at both Theaters make
for some fast talking in between shows when going back and forth and spying some friends.
There is also food available from the Chinese restaurant on the Royalty
Theater side if your coming in early and would like to eat before a show or two.
And again if you leave early then you should have plenty of time to get to your show :D
If your catching a Bus in then check Miss Lizzys blog she has "copied and pasted" all the bus routes in therefore making it easy I think to get the right bus I think :p, but having assci code that the Talk Fringe site does not understand will give little black diamond question marks so don't worry about them just add in what you think the letter should be and make a little game of it..
Getting younger every day of the Fringe
BJ
March 10th
General
Adam Hills.
I caught up with long time friend Adam last night
for the first time and it's nice to have him in Adelaide
I'm happy to hear good news from the home front and look forward
to what the future brings him, if I could say more I would but I will
find out tonight after the his show if I can say more.
I have been invited to his show tonight and all of his shows were sold out
before the Fringe even started so I'm feeling kind of Spesh today and hope
that one of my friends can attend so I don't waste my plus one
As always I will let you know how it goes
BJ
March 10th
General
Stay positive.
With the awful traffic problems surrounding the East-end try
to keep your cool as there are loads of innocent pedestrians who
are also looking to get to the shows as well and with all the rushing
around mistakes can happen.
Try leaving one hour before you need to be at the show and use a car park
don't drive around in circles looking for one as they are as rare as hens teeth
If your upset about anything just remember that there are plenty of other people
who are in the same boat, look around you when your in a hurry you will miss all
the good things if you don't, that's why I would like everyone to leave early
and have time to walk at your own pace, stop and look at the art on display,
listen to a talented busker or a street performer.
There is so much that is great about this Fringe that I hardly can find time
to whine about anything and just keep moving on to the next interesting thing.
It's very easy to be taken in by negativity so stay positive and have as much
fun as you can before the show leaves town.
BJ
March 10th
Fun Stuff
Axis of Awesome.
Yes as the name suggests Awesome
Jordan Raskopoulos [Lead vocals],
Benny Davis[Guitar/vocals] and Lee Naimo{Keyboard/Translator]
This Trio puts Jack Black to shame with more entertaining music
and well tuned comedy they are a exciting band to see live
Don't miss their final shows while here at the Fringe as the next time
they play Adelaide they will sellout fast.
I spoke to Jordan at the Fringe Club and I felt like a teenage groupie
after telling him "You are a talented actor" he was happy to here this
and I was happy to tell him how Awesome the music was.
Loads of fun but most tickets have sold out for the final shows.
BJ
March 10th
Fun Stuff
Liz Skitch with clothes on.
This is a great show to see and I like the way her voice sounds while playing the piano accordion and with the use of her eye's she can make you feel apart of the show or make you laugh.
Was she really using helium or just joking, you will have to see the show to know
Now squeezing in as much as I can before Sunday
BJ
March 10th
Fun Stuff
Brian and Krysstal: Whinging Puns.
If you like good comedy and music with old school humor
then you will like Brian and Krysstal, both are very talented actors/comedians
and tonight's performance won me over and the crowd loved them,
witty song lyrics, visual jokes and musical magic, a hit at this years Fringe.
Get in before they're gone
The show is almost over
BJ
March 10th
Fun Stuff
How to be a Lady.
I gate crashed this show tonight only because some friends were
going to be there and I was so happy I did.
Tessa Waters has a hit on her hands with this show "How to be a lady"
It's true to life and well played out, my thoughts were that I was being treated to a secret peek into the life of women who are single and desperate to find a partner so that they may become a woman. I don't make sense as a guy but the play does make sense and appeals to a wider audience of women with it's in jokes that I understand but can only imagine as a guy from a male point of view.
Go see it while it's on, it's a real gem.
How to be a lady is no less than a five stars in my book
BJ
March 9th
Fun Stuff
Mapping out a free walk.
I will attempt to map out the city from one end to the other
pointing out all the free things you can see and do, so I'm off
to do that now. Any suggestions will help as the Fringe coupled
with the Adelaide Festival is just to much reading for me and I
would like to come across something by chance that I may have
overlooked in the guides.
:)
BJ
March 9th
General
Fencing.
Defense, Offense and Jump Fence
I'm confident that most fence jumpers will not be reading this.
The security at all events this year will not let you in without
showing your appropriate pass/es for the even you are gaining access to
this being the first line of Defense.
Ninety nine point nine percent of people asking are happy just to know what's going on inside and walk away, others will say they forgot their pass and wait for friend to bring their pass or have them as guest.
Now for the point one percent who just have to be in no matter the outcome, they are the point ones that take Offense from refusal of entry and go out of their way to jump the fence, they must have a plan of attack in their head that works for them but falls apart the moment they put their plan into action.
(I'm giggling while writing this)
So over they go to be confronted by the second line of Defense security that now also have a German Sheppard, the plan has changed and first thought is to run but unfamiliar with the buffer zone between the fence and the event are lost and the plan they had has turned to a faded memory with pure fear kicking in, if they make it passed the second line of Defense you can now bet that more than one but all Security are listening to the radios they all carry and are converging on the zone in question.
Running furiously towards the sound of people and music they must now be thinking safety in numbers and escape by mingling with crowds of people, you would think so, but Not so with this event "The Fringe Club" Upon jumping the last fence that is only waist high they are now greeted with many artists who by chance know almost everyone in the room and have witnessed the fence jumper doing the final jump, They have their head down and run around the crowd looking for a busy spot they can hide, from our point of view many artists have gone quiet as the sound of chatter turns to "That person just jumped the fence"
and with a room full of people now watching their every move, it's not hard for security to find them as there are plenty of artists pointing at them.
Problem Solved and Security firmly walks them out, there are also under cover security within the event that also make a sudden appearance.
I have been lucky to grab a few of them now and always ask "What are you doing?" This is the lighter side of fence jumpers;
Quotes:
5. I'm the cleaner.
4. My friend went this way and I'm following.
3. I was told to go this way.
2. I work here.
And at number 1: I could not find the entrance.
That was hysterical and I almost let him go while laughing.
I told him he should become a comedian with quick wit like that.
My advise, make sure you have your pass to display before you get to the gate.
Clearly point to your guests and be friendly to the staff, your safety is in their best interest.
Have a great time at the Fringe Club and Enjoy what is on offer, to you the artists for with out you there would be no Fringe Club.
The rantings of a Fringe Mad Man
BJ
March 9th
General
No sleep till bed time.
Just finished putting tech notes to paper
the show Transposed Man is very complicated
and contains more than.... Awe... I almost gave that away then
Exciting stuff :D
Go see the show.
BJ 2:15am
March 9th
Fun Stuff
MissMin.
You have been a busy girl
Like you I have also not told you all about my day to surprise you with the Blogs
Yes I do have a DVD of Transposed man but you may only watch it by yourself to review, just like the Academy Awards we will have to keep it a secret from anyone going to see the show till Sunday after it finishes.
Permissions have been granted from Ross Daniels for you only to review
I also have a couple of tickets to the show for a lucky reader of this blog
and will give clues this week on how to win them...
BJ
March 9th
General
Future Music Festival with bits on the side.
I ventured side stage to have a quick peek at the crowds and say hi to the boys from Prodigy, upset when I found out that I had dropped my camera on a stairway in Norwood and the people who found it returned it, a good side to the downside of loosing it I suppose, now I will have to wait till the next big day out to get a photo with them, You did not hear that from me :p
What a great crowd, everyone having fun except when trying to drive around the East End now that Bartels Rd is closed, it's a full on nightmare trying to navigate to any venue and my advise this week is to park as far away as you can.
This week will see even more people traveling into the city for the big race so expect more police and radars, parking inspectors and plenty of people with Clipsal Passes who feel they have the right to enter any venue in town.
I might just have to go as I'm an old petrol head from way back, go the Holdens arrrrrrrr!!!! Love the smell of petrol soaked flannelet in the morning, it's the smell of VICTORY! Yehhh Rigggghhhht! lol
I did get a bet on the Horses today even if the Adelaide Cup has taken a back seat to the other festivals, still drew a full crowd for the race.
I was going to put my feet up today to, so much for that.
Caught the tail end of Theater Sports Clash of the Theater Titans but not enough to say anything about it, you will have to read MissMin's revues and Blog to get the goss on how good it was, I had a coffee with her and Miss Jayne/Jane after but she gave nothing away so I will be tuning in to her blog as soon as it is uploaded.
On that note it's 12:30am and I promised myself I would watch Astro Boy after I write some tech notes for this weeks shows that I'm working on, one of them has so many lighting and sound ques I'm wondering where there is time for the act :D
It is now officially ONE WEEK LEFT and next Sunday we will shed a tear for friends who will be off on travels around the world to bring joy and laughter to many a game punter who will take a chance to watch their shows
Here's to all the Staff who worked today to bring us the worlds best weekend music festival, your all ace's in my book...
BJ
March 8th
Fun Stuff
Time out with friends.
I'm asked where we should meet for coffee and even if it is raining
I suggested we meet in the park so they can sample how good Josh makes coffee
from a couple of members to I think six people working in that small area
trying to keep up with the lines of people says one thing to me, The Coffee must be as good as I'm telling everyone :D Thanks guys you make my day every day...
Coffee Branch in the middle of the Garden next to the Bosco, follow the signs and the lines
BJ
March 8th
General
Rainy Modays.
I feel for you in the rain from my desk all warm and dry
It's not funny when you have paid an obscene amount of money
to stand in the rain and wind.
Hey I like the rain and we do need it here in SA so enjoy the great music
while in the shower. :)
BJ
March 8th
General
Fringe Club is the place to be seen this year.
Julia Zemiro[Rock Quiz SBS]
Christie Anthoney - Fringe Director
Rebecca DeUnamuno[World improv Champion]
Geoff Paine[Nieghbors TEN]
Ross Daniels, Russell Fletcher, John Thorn
Sam Simmons[J TV], Wil Anderson, Chopper, Alex Fife
and Adelaide's true legend (( Johnny Haysman ))
Just to mention a few of the many talented people who are enjoying the Fringe Club at this years 2010 Adelaide Fringe Festival.
Scott Rowe's band wowed the audiences with the funkiest of sounds catching our attention at first wearing a ladies tennis outfit when stepping on to the stage.
Scott and the Band have been asked to return next week for a second show.
The free BBQ was a hit again on Sunday and so popular was the dancing Panda.
Dj's have the celebs dancing till the wee hours of the morning with disco hits and out there retro classic mixes.
Rymil park could not have been a better choice of setting under the tree's and stars at night with a perfect view of what's happening around the East End of Adelaide.
The Fringe Club on any given night hosts more artists than any other club in Adelaide, it's rumored it will be back next year but why take the risk when it's here and now and happening...
March 8th
Fun Stuff
Transposed Man.
Ross Daniels is an accomplished actor that most comedians can only aspire to, his performance is exquisite. Playing many varied characters in his one man show is the utmost entertaining comedy I have seen this year.
The Transposed Man is what the essence of the Fringe is all about.
Superb Recherche
Only Three nights left Thursday Friday and Saturday this week
hurry and book those tickets or you will have to see it at The Melbourne Comedy Festival
BJ
March 8th
Fun Stuff
Tripod.
How good are these guys, they had to open the dress circle to ease the load of
public filling the theater, still not seen their show but I will get around to it asap
March 8th
General
Turnover.
Tonight at the Fringe Club saw a large turnover of new artists that have
just joined us for the final week of the fringe, Welcome all, and a big hi to
Julia who is just such an amazing person and knows her music.
It was BBQ night and I could smell how good it was from the other side of the road
When your next in please thank the staff when you order a drink or food as they
have been serving us for three weeks continuously and I have never herd a complaint yet
Great job people
Love the tunes Love the Fringe
BJ
March 8th
Fun Stuff
Go Micky your so fine.
This adult only show is just what I needed to bring me back down to what is real
in my life living in Adelaide, Micky is at home talking about Adelaide and it's quirky
people who live here, I can relate to all of his stories and found I was laughing
throughout his show even though the joke was on us the Adelaidian audience.
You must see for yourself how good this show is and get a ticket soon as plenty of shows are sold out.
Micky D, Adelaide's own Golden Child has plenty on offer for all of us
You wont be disappointed unless you miss his show
The Pod - The Garden
BJ
March 7th
General
Micky D.
I still have not had a chance to see Micky D and will kick myself
if I don't do it now, tonight, this evening and before I do anything else.
Will let you know how it goes
BJ
March 7th
The Garden
MissMinPlease come out and play tonight and see some more comedy
I so much enjoy your company and the endless outfit changes
Coupled with he stylish accessories are a sneak peek at this years fashions
I notice not only lots of men looking but many envious women as well
Don't take this the wrong way, I enjoy people who know how to have a good time
and can truly laugh at everything that's funny and there is still plenty to see
in the final week of the Fringe Festival
Always a pleasure
BJ
March 7th
Fun Stuff
Faulty Towers the Dinning Experience~~~~~~~~~~
Today I met with many Faulty Towers Fans for a lunch in North Adelaide
Full house on a Sunday was a very pleasant surprise and the show started by calling our names for table seating and yes the laughs began to flow, the performers were remarkably similar in height and looks to the original's including their voices.
Mr Faulty was so believable that when I closed my eye's it was no different to a television episode.
Today's episode today The Rat, this has to be the best theme dinner I've ever been to and recommend everyone to go experience this cleverly scripted comedy.
It's so very funny
BJ
~~~~~~~~~~
March 7th
Fun Stuff
Street Theater.
Rundle Street and East Terrace were closed last night for late night
stall shopping and street theater performers
What a hit this Fringe has been so far, everywhere I turn there is something exciting happening
March 7th
Fun Stuff
Faulty Towers.
Off to a flying start today in North Adelaide to try out some
interactive Theater with "Faulty Towers the Dinning Experience"
I'm such a fan of Faulty Towers and I'm so looking forward to this
that I'm having problems sleeping, 6:10am, I blame the great turnout to
the Fringe Club just hours ago for keeping me up with those finger licking
tunes that have my ears ringing.
Tasty!!
BJ
March 7th
Fun Stuff
Jason Cook UK Comic.
I had a great time @ Jason's show and was joined by another reviewer
MissMin, we sat in the front row and were picked on as soon as the show
started in a nice way although the moment we were discovered we were
then praised in such a way that the show become hilariously funny including a
in joke when a member of the audience had to take a rest break during the
show leaving us to plan scare tactics and misplacement of the friends whom he
was sitting with.
Jason Cook is very entertaining and worth seeing this week, the last week
of the Fringe and if you haven't seen a show yet then start booking tickets
before all shows are sold out
See Jason Cook, you won't be disappointed
Four and one half stars
BJ
March 7th
General
Jason Cook UK Comic.
Clearly a five star show
Fast, friendly and very funny, don't miss out
bj
March 7th
Fun Stuff
Fringe Club is the winner.
Tonight's DJ and Scott Rowe's band help set off the Fringe club
with the grooviest sound to date and how funky were they :D even I danced.
There was not a still pair of hips in the joint.
This year sees one of the best Fringe Clubs since the Astro Bar in the late 90's
or the Star Club
If your an artist and have not yet taken a look after work then your missing out big time...
Thanks to Stage/Site managers for the Fringe Club, keep it up for another week
as you have set the Bar high
BJ
March 6th
General
Jason Cook UK ComicAlright time to see some overseas guests at this years Fringe Festival
and will let you know in the morning how good I hear it is, lol it had better be as it's a nightmare on the streets to get around :D
March 6th
Fun Stuff
Tripod.
The boys from Tripod are getting massive audiences at the Royalty theater
I'm looking at the lines of show goers and frond myself thinking I may
have to sneak in and have a peek at what's going on in there.
I have herd that it is a story line show that's exciting and fun to watch
coupled with their great music abilities for entertaining everyone.
Anyhow will rep the show more once I have seen it :p
Yes Gatesy I will come and see it :D
BJ
March 6th
General
CHARLIES_ANGEL's Blog.
I sure did enjoy "Six impossible things to do before dinner"
What a great show, I know how it was done but could not see how it was done
a truly great performance by Phil and one show all should see..
BJ
March 6th
General
Bec goes offLast night at the Tuxedo rooftop garden bar Bec nailed her spot
giving the audience value for money with just her spot among many comedians
See her in Spontaneous Broadway where Bec performs with the best Australian
Improv artists Australia has to offer
Rebecca De Unamuno is The World Champion of Improvised Comedy and it shows
with every performance given
BJ
March 6th
General
Lame and Lamer.
Carl-Einar Hackner is big in Sweden...
He is lame he is so lame that it's very funny
This entertainer has made an art out of being a lame magician.
I found my self glimpsing his act at the Fringe Club
and thought OMG how can he feel comfortable doing this in front
of so many artists, it turns out that as his performance continued
to be on a level of lame that I have never experienced, it also become
faster and lamer bringing a laugh with every move he made with repetitiveness on
a scale unmatched by a scratched record, the short version of his show
has me so interested in seeing all of it and would ask friends to join me just
to see how funny lame can be..
I have to admit that the audience of artists very much enjoyed his show when asked "What did you think of that"
"Lame, great, funny as hell, he's stupid but I like it" some of the replies
Surprisingly surprised every day of the Fringe
BJ
March 5th
General
Road Restrictions.
The roads around the east end of Rundle Street will be closed by now and the weekend will see the closer from the Kent Town side of parklands while the Future Music Festival is on, coupled with Womadelaide, do take care if driving any where around these events as there will be plenty of children around..
bj
March 5th
Fun Stuff
Spontaneous Broadway.
The crew from Spontaneous Broadway will be performing at the
glass rotunda in the garden today at 5:30pm
Pop down and have a peek and enjoy a free show
World class improvisational comedy
BJ
March 5th
General
Thank G it's Friday.
After last nights performance "My name is Rachel Corrie" I'm putting my feet up for the day and take a break, maybe see a show later, don't forget the judges will be having a second look at Hurry up Jesus tonight and could do with a full house to clinch the deal :D
March 5th
General
My Name Is Rachel Corrie.
My Name Is Rachel Corrie. Taken From the Writings of Rachel Corrie
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
In reply to David O'Brien ;
I'm shellshocked David, Hanna is obviously affected emotionally after every performance, there was plenty of crying after and it took quite some time for me to walk it off, I was unable to see any other show after last nights performance and I grieve for the parents of Rachel Corrie.
I have been riding a wave of comedy laughter mostly all of the fringe so far only to be hit then the head with a
4 by 2 bringing me back to reality, I'm now interested in the outcome of the civil lawsuit due to begin on the 10 of March only five days away. I will be giving a five star rating for this very moving and accurate account of Corrie's last days alive coupled with an outstanding performance by Hannah Norris.
Kudos to Daniel Clarke, Alan Rickman and Katharine Viner.
Set design and technical.
Well thought out and precisely timed Ques
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
On till the 14th
venue AC Arts (TAFE SA) - X Space
Light Square Adelaide
There are some performances that stand out making a lasting impression
This is one of them
BJ
March 4th
General
Spot of rain could be good.
I would suggest just leaving an umbrella in the car just in case.
The map is showing a little rain coming from the north east that
could be upon us tonight while seeing shows although it will still
be warm, again that could also change with a cooler air that
is looming to our south, I would like them to meet at the Fringe
so the mix would give us a little thunder for dramatic effect and
who does not like thunder, I love it :D
So like a horoscope take what you will from above and I hope it
all works out for you tonight.
Have fun [Rumble rumble]
BJ
March 4th
General
Brekky and Lunch.
A quick note that you may be looking around for a cafe nearby
please let me recommend Nano Cafe that is in Vardon Ave where
last years Fringe club was
If your near the markets then hit Zumas Cafe in the south west corner
of the markets or ask any stall and the will point you to it.
Both cafes will cater to your needs for coffee and food and are consistently
great with making coffee
Nano cafe is run by the original owners of Almalfi Pizzeria Ristorante next to the Rhino room that many have come to remember as one of the best Italian restaurants in South Australia, Nano now in a secluded position out of the way of the busy city noise it's a great place to meet that is very central for all.
Enough of the plugs, Adelaidians have the pleasure all year round and you may only be here for days, so do yourself a favor you taste buds will thank you.
BJ
March 4th
General
Jesus that was funny.
Hurry Up Jesus
I almost choked from laughter several times during this show and I was not alone
the audience around me were also gasping, there are so many good comedians and then there are the ones who have that light that shines above them, I've seen the light...
Hurry up Jesus has a huge chance at walking away from the 2010 Adelaide Fringe
with an award and the rumor is confirmed the judges will be taking a closer look at Fridays show, tickets are almost sold out for Thursday and Saturday but Friday is the day a big audience would clinch the deal so come on while you have a chance to say I was at the Friday performance that Won the Award.
Hurry Up Jesus is a Winner and clearly a Five Star Show * * * * *
BJ
March 4th
General
My head up my @rseI was embarrassed when I was five minutes into a comedy show thinking
is this the support act when it dawned upon me that I was at the wrong show
Thankfully it was good, it just meant I would be sitting in the same spot for two hours instead
How I made my @rse look smaller by pulling my head out of it
2001 Raw Comedy Winner Em O'Loughlin has matured into a confident and
thoughtful comedian who is not afraid to tell it how it is.
Her show left me surprisingly satisfied and help that extra hour pass quickly
March 4th
Fun Stuff
Fringe Club.
What a great night it was with so many attending
Hi to all my friends who gathered in one spot last night
This is the best Fringe Club to date
The dance floor was very full of celebrity's enjoying the wonderful
choice of music that was pumping throughout the club
Loads of chatter about great shows, this is where the goss about unseen newcomers is talked about, then a flood of artists will go see the show
The Fringe Club is the Hub this year for all artists..
BJ
March 3rd
General
Hi all.
Caught up with Frank Woodley last night Ms Buxton and the crew from elder park but the one person I wanted to say hi to was Melissa Edwards who was walking through the garden last night, we used to be very close friends but there were plenty of punters wanting a photo with her, so if you read this Mel, missing you heaps mate and glad your still around, miss those days of The WorldsEnd Hotel maybe we could work together on a future Fringe project..
Anyhow, were past the half way mark now and there is still time to see plenty of great acts.
The last three nights of the Fringe I have the pleasure of working with a very talented man Ross Daniels who is currently in Spontaneous Broadway, his one man show ( The Transposed Man) is on Thurs, Fri and Sat in the final week of the Fringe @ The Stables behind the Stag Hotel, Greg Fleet will becoming during a full tech run so that he can see the show as it is on the same time as his and I welcome any other artists that would like to join in a private viewing of the show during the day before it opens ( Date to be posted )
Running late for Hurry Up Jesus got to go
BJ
March 3rd
General
Jesus.
I will attempt to see "Hurry Up Jesus" lots of good talk about this show
and "Was that a Cat I Saw" at the other end of the city
Will let you know after if I have any energy left tonight :D
BJ
March 3rd
General
Steve Hughes.
Steve Hughes - Heavy Metal Comedy
Intelligent comedy from a metal head
I would never have thought it could be as good as it was
Another very funny stand up comedian who gave us the big
laughs that I feel an addiction for.
Thanks Steve for a great performance
BJ
March 3rd
General
Spontaneous Broadway.
How good can one show be.
Spontaneous Broadway nailed it to a full house Five star performance from the whole team, so much energy in one show.
Congrats to you all for bringing us the best Improve Comedy in the world to this years 2010 Adelaide Fringe Festival
Book your tickets asap it will sell out.
Almost 3am so the Fringe Club will close soon and my phone will start ringing
Time to get some artists to their rooms then put my feet up
March 2nd
General
Spontaneous Broadway.
I caught up with the cast of two shows today
Spontaneous Broadway and The Graduates both have their
opening night tonight, The Graduates at The Stables behind the Stag
and Spontaneous Broadway at Royalty in Angus Street.
Ross Daniels, Rebecca DeUnamuno, Russell Fletcher, Genevieve Morris and
Geoff Paine were all there for cast call when I arrived, all of them were in
great spirits and looking forward to their Adelaide season.
I'm in to review their opening show tonight at 7pm and will let you know
how they went later tonight after drinks and a chat to see how they feel
the show performed.
With Rebecca DeUnamuno the world champ at improve and such a great cast
I'm expecting nothing less then fantastic.
See you there or at the Fringe Club later :D
.... .... .... My feet are still taping from last nights show Around the World on 80 Quid lol
BJ
March 2nd
General
JESUS!.
Hurry up Jesus
Lindsay Webb.
Here is a show that is on till the end of the Fringe that I must see
I'm only hearing good comments about the show and that's what I like
Will let you know what it's like but till then don't be afraid to see it
with so many great reviews I hope to add to them very soon.
BJ
March 2nd
General
Time MachineAuthor wrote:
"February 28th
General
How On Earth
I really don't know how Big John has time to see shows, update his facebook and blog. Im 3 shows behind on blogging reviews and haven't updated facebook in days......did someone invent a time machine and not tell me? "
In response:
Thanks MissMin, it's not a time machine it's NO sleep unless I have to.
Woke up at the keyboard Sunday lol with my finger furiously clicking away
at nothing on the screen, time to have a coffee, blog, review, upload,
edit movie clips of acts and surroundings, shower and back in.
Having a artists pass and working on shows will help but you need to talk to
the performers and public to find out what to see and so far all the best acts
are the ones I'm attending - Time permitting
You know what I look like so if you have a chance to get a baby sitter this week
I will be turning it up a notch while between shows I'm working on, also because
I have a profile pic on this page members of the public are coming up
and telling me stories of the shows that they have seen, a tip for you next year
would be to get a media or artist pass and talk to the artists at the Fringe Club
Anyway thanks for the add on FB you will be able to see all the pics under Fringe 2010, soon I will put some video footage up to if I can get this time machine started in the colder weather we are having :p
Love the Wind, hate the Dust
BJ
March 2nd
General
Fringe Club.
It seems the Adelaide Festival Staff have taken to Dave's Backyard theme
at the Fringe Club and welcome to them all.
This years Fringe Club is the most popular place to end the night.
Sundays Dj played a great set and plenty of groovers on the dance floor,
The light smell of a BBQ in the air marinated with the noise of excited Artists
chatting loudly(as we all do) about how good this years Fringe audiences are.
I could not think of a better place to be to round up the night.
My advice if you do pop in to the Fringe Club this season is to
dance like you don't know how :D
BJ
March 2nd
General
Change of Fasion.
With the sudden drop in temperature the dress code has changed
to stylish jackets and boots, gone are the thongs and T's with
shorts to the knees, a new look is upon us again,
So ladies Autumn wear is in and guys jackets and ties, dress to surprise.
BJ
March 1st
General
AROUND THE WORLD ON 80 QUID.
It's great to be at an opening night that works
Around the world on 80 quid is a winner
I can't believe how entertaining this show turned out to be
and wanted more at the end, I was so happy my feet are still tapping.
Sure to be a sellout, get in quick
FIVE STARS * * * * *
BJ
March 1st
General
AROUND THE WORLD ON 80 QUID
AINDRIAS
Was in to see a tech run of this show today
Aindrias de Staic is very talented and I may
just have to see him tonight at his opening performance
Will let you know what it's like a little later
Aindrias is here for one week only
February 28th
The Garden
Dust StormIt's a little blowy today and the early 11am performance
crowd enjoyed getting out of the wind
With so many people using the parklands all the grass in the Garden[GUD] and Rymil park has vanished making way for mini whirl winds of dust.
I was there to see Amacoco inflated and to my supprise this happened within minutes and lines of punters ready to take a walk through happened just as quick
I would like to thank all the Judges for being up early to see shows
Hi to Emily Taheny glad you could make it and Yes it was me teching the show, not something I do that often anymore but hey why not :D
A couple of more show to sort out today then a week of seeing shows and reviewing should be loads of fun this week, let me know your show and I will try to come
I do need some serious coffee NOW!! last night is catching up :p
BJ
February 28th
Fun Stuff
Fringe Club is going offIf your an Artist then you should already be there
Make sure you read your pass as it allows for a guest
so bring a friend but remember the door staff are strict
and won't allow anyone without a pass in to the Club
Tonight there was a Bollywood theme to the music and dance
Dj and crew had the place pumping, grinding and squealing
with excitement, How about those fire twirlers Great performance
Plenty of the top billing acts were in tonight including ...., ... ......
plus ..... ........ So come down after your show and relax till it becomes noisy :D
Great Club this year
February 27th
General
Emma134Emma134
The reason you could not tell if it was real or not is because they are great actors and you make reference to your own Sunday School and how it made you feel
I would take a close look back and see if something happened to you while at that school just to see if your comments are more about your upbringing concerning Sunday School and not about the show
I was bitten by a dog in my youth and always hated dogs till I figured out that not all dogs bite and now I don't mind dogs
Take care and mostly Get some Help!!
Sorry readers I felt I had to say something because the signs were there
BJ
February 27th
The Garden
AmmococoSpent the day in the park
Ammococococococ was a hit with the kids and the free buskers in the garden held their attention
Nice relaxing day and the kids are worn out now and ready for an early night
My friends kids that is, I'm just getting ready to spend another night out late meeting many new comers to Adelaide Fringe and plenty of old friends to.
Great comedy and arty shows everywhere I look
I'm so excited and I just can't hide it.. Sing it out loud
I'm about to loose my mind and I LIKE IT!! :D
BJ
February 27th
General
MissMin and LizyThePuma.
If you have not read other Blogs then do yourself a favor and read MissMin and LizyThePuma they also have plenty to tell about their experiences at this years Adelaide 2010 Fringe and very expressive in their descriptions :)
I was at the show before you MissMin at the Stables, Hi!! lol
BJ
February 27th
The Garden
Coffee Coffee and more CoffeeSo far the winner of the coffee making awards will go to Josh in the Garden of Unearthly Delights, Consistently the best coffee in Adelaide and I have given many cafes a three strike chance and none could match the skills of Josh from Coffee Branch.
You may remember great coffee over the years from Kombi Cafe run by Josh's father who coincidentally was taught to make coffee by Josh and that's all I need to say.
The final word on coffee is Coffee Branch
Thank you for getting so many of us to the head space we need to be in...
MMMM...
BJ
February 27th
The Garden
Magic things happen.
Six impossible things to do before dinner.
Was astounded by the great effort Philip Escoffey put into his show
"Six impossible things to do before dinner" Without mirrors or puffs of smoke
he was able to guess the card in your hand or the shape you were thinking of
Dates, times and places were made to look easy as well with answers in envelops
With pure deduction and chance and coming up with the goods in each scene I
was thoroughly entertained up to the big finale and then my head expolded
as I was leaving the tent, My thoughts were OMG, WOW and WTF.
Astonishing!! Value plus and a Must see @ this years Fringe
BJ
February 26th
The Garden
PeacefulPeaceful walks in the garden at night in this climate
has proven to be a winner with the punters
Look out for the free outdoor concerts each night
proudly sponsored by Bank SA with some great tallent
every night in the gardens
Tonight The Adelaide Festival should kick into gear
giving us more walking from one of the city to the other
and when you add in the Shimmering West in Light square
Adelaide seems loads bigger
With all that walking use North Terrace and see the Northern Lights Project if
you missed it last time around heres your chance
The buildings of Nt Tce will be lit with outline colors and artwork it's a spectacular view
Now with The Adelaide Festival happening every year
there will be so much to see and do it's all so good :D
BJ
February 26th
Fun Stuff
Tokyo Shock Boys.
Caught up with the boys at Thebarton theater before they start tonight
Lots of new show stunts and tricks with plenty of Shock value
The boys all look great and are revved up for their show tonight
and Sat night, if you like danger and performers getting hurt
this is the show to see, 20 years of battle scars as they were
showing off then off to me while changing :p
Shocked and Stunned!! / Tazered :D
BJ
February 26th
General
Elph ReviewsElph wrote this about....
Hang on Elph, I just saw your review of a Fringe act
and would have to disagree, you must have mistakenly
wrote about someone else in a dream you were having,
oops that was the only thing you wrote since the
opening night and I'm glad you have done no more damage.
Quote from the movie The Castle (1997) " Tell him he's dreaming son!"
There might be and act out there that is bad yet none that deserves a scathing
review you gave, so if you don't have a good word to say then don't bother
A lack of review can be tolerated as it does not exist but a Scathing review with name calling and bullying will hurt someones feelings.
Anyhow, your review between so many great reviews was looked at like WTF! is he/she on about..
As uncle chop chop would say
Harden the Fun up! well sort of lol :D
BJ
February 26th
General
Sam Simmons.
Sam Simmons is a Star at this years Fringe
I found myself applauding everything about it
Sam has put so much effort into his show and
it's paid off.
Full house, slide show opening and I'm already
hearing the rantings of a genius and laughing my
guts out, I have never seen Sam before but this
will be a show I will see a second time with more
friends so I can make thier day as happy as I was
when I walked out at the end of Sam's show with
a new look on......
Now I'm just RANTING...
GO SEE SAM SIMMONS!!!!
WOW that was good!
BJ
February 26th
General
LucyCatching up with friends @ the Fringe
Hi Lucy, great to see you back in Adelaide
Have missed you for so long
There are to many stories like this to tell, we get down to the nitty gritty
all year long and find we spend less time to be with family and loved ones,
then the Adelaide Fringe rolls into town
Friends you don't see for a long time all come out of the woodwork
when the Fringe is on, it feels like Xmas when so many friends say hi
in such a short period of time and I wish the Fringe was now two months long
The Adelaide Fringe, bringing people together
Love me Love my friends :D
BJ
February 26th
Fun Stuff
Micky DMicky D is so passionate in every move he makes on stage
Adelaide is home to Micky and the audience loves this boy
He performed at the Port Football club wearing a Crows jersey
and got the reaction he was looking for and uses the material in his show
want to find out more then go see him, you wont loose money on Micky and
don't be afraid to have a beer after the show with him as he is one of the
good guys who has the time to meet the audience and welcomes feedback
In many ways Micky D is Stunning!!
BJ
February 26th
Fun Stuff
Geraldine QuinnGeraldine Quinn, what can I say, 110 percent goes into her work and it shows on stage, a great singer, dancer and comic who will be around for a very long time
No lack of action in her show and well worth seeing while she is here.
Geraldine Quinn 8:30pm every night and 7:30pm Sundays
Here till the end of the Fringe @ The Tuxedo Cat - Rooftop
15-19 Synagogue Place Adelaide
Outstanding Work!
BJ
February 26th
Fun Stuff
Claire HooperLast night Claire was the host for the Late Show at the Rhino Room
and a great job to have introducing some of Australia's best comedians
Tom Gleeson was one of the highlights to last night
Claire and Tom both have shows here this year in Adelaide
All of Toms Show have already Sold out so catch him and many others in the Late Show @ the Rhino Room
Claire shows have finished so I was lucky to see her performance last night
Sharp and witty and married for those guys who keep asking lol :p
BJ
February 26th
Fun Stuff
Brad OakesBrad Oakes - Plan B
Long time comedian and writer, Brad has a very funny show at the Stag
every night 7:30 pm, he is here till the 6th and worth the money
I had the pleasure of seeing him in action last night and over the years he has never lost the talent to entertain any audience he performs to.
Don't miss Brad while he is in Adelaide because you will miss out on what comedy is all about.
Hilarious!!
BJ
February 25th
General
ETCJust had coffee with Akmal, Jimoen, John Knowles and the girls from Parasouls
All having a great time while here in Adelaide and enjoying a quiet moment at the East Terrace Cafe
[ Coffee Branch please open earlier :D ]
Catch the Parasouls @ the Birdcage(Jollys Boathouse)till the 28th
Akmal - IT'S NOT MY FAULT and Jimeoin - Something smells funny @
Royalty Theatre (RES) Also here till the 28th
Royalty Theatre - 65 Angas Street Adelaide
Glad to see you all again and have a great Fringe 2010
Cheers
BJ
February 25th
General
Fringe Club.
Hi all
Whats going on at the Fringe Club
Coffee Food Drinks Entertainment Dj's
playing groovy music with plenty of in and outdoor areas
to lounge the night away, keep an eye out for the famous
there are plenty of them around this area, right behind
Amocococococo oops time for a coffee :D
BJ
February 24th
General
Reviews Not ShowingI have spoken to other friends who are submitting reviews
and there seems to be a delay and it's been 24hrs and still
none of the reviews have shown up
Hello!! any one there :p
BJ
February 24th
General
Less than Excellent.
Less than Excellent
So far I have only seen five star shows
I think it's time to put some shows in the hat
and randomly see a few not on my list
I want to be able to bag a show that turns my stomach
but so far it's all good :D
Love me Love the Fringe BJ
February 24th
Fun Stuff
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A: FRINGE :p
BJ
February 23rd
Fun Stuff
The Pearly Gates.
The Pearly Gates are open to Gods Cowboys
Tonight's performance was bright and fresh
The atmosphere was like a small community church
Slim Limits was vivacious with tales of good to tell
His side kick Billy who Slim has taken under his wing
had many a campfire story as well leaving the audience
in laughter at the end of each scene
Slim delivered a great sermon and needed no pulpit to hide behind
Jumping into the audience to save our souls and forgive our sins
in a way never seen in Adelaide Churches before topped with song
and dance backed by a magnificent piano player Sophie who is a new
and welcomed addition to their show.
If you have read the scriptures you would already know
that this was going to be their passport through the pearly gates
to the promised land where all good people get their own TV shows
Hell Funny so pay the money and don't miss them.
Limited performances this week only
Gods Cowboys are everything a church should be
Excellent! FIVE STARS * * * * *
BJ
February 23rd
General
The StablesThe Stables (Behind the Stag Hotel)
3 Shows in a row and all worth a look
Gods Cowboys - 7:30pm
http://www.talkfringe.com.au/index.php?view=act&id=212
Almost an Evening - 9pm
http://www.talkfringe.com.au/index.php?view=act&id=468
Sung like a Horse - 10:30pm
http://www.talkfringe.com.au/index.php?view=act&id=222
See you there
BJ
February 22nd
Fun Stuff
GODS COWBOYS.
SLIM LIMITS AND BILLY ARE GODS COWBOYS
GEORGE CATSI AND JOHN KNOWLES
Shows starts Tuesday and runs all week with two shows on Sunday
A funny show I caught @ the 2009 Fringe Festival and worth a good look
Very Entertaining.
BJ
Tue 23rd @ 7pm
Wed 23rd @ 7pm
Thurs 23rd @ 7pm
Fri 23rd @ 7pm
Sat 23rd @ 7pm
Sun 23rd @ 11am - Sun 23rd @ 7pm
February 22nd
Fun Stuff
Ross DanielsThe Transposed Man
I'm a fan of Ross and his style of comedy and had a Sneak Peak sent to me today
His show is on in the final week of the Adelaide Fringe
Come along to the Stables Venue behind the Stag and enjoy a great show
BJ
Link to sneak peak
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHUBaaHFZ38&feature=player_embedded#
February 22nd
Fun Stuff
Shocking EntertainmentThe Tokyo Shock Boys are heading our way next week
and are going to thrill the crowds that attend their shows
I'm looking forward to seeing the boys Danna San, Gyuzo San, Nambu San, Sango San and GENJI when they hit Adelaide and get out and about for some offstage fun
in the garden and around the city
I had the pleasure of working with them in 2000 at the Melbourne Comedy Festival
where they came as the underdog and completed the season to sold out performances every night, the line up stretched a whole city block beside the Melbourne Town Hall
It was hard to work the first time we ran the show because I had never seen a show quite like this and was SHOCKED at the stunts they performed from cutting cactus with a G-string to putting explosive up their bottoms :p
So hurry and get your tickets as they always sell out quickly.
26th and 27th of Feb Two Shows Only
Shocking to the bone The Tokyo Shock Boys
BJ
February 22nd
General
Vox PopsGreat stories from well know artists and the public
Funny interviews with Justin Hamilton, Micky D and Uncle Chop Chop(Chopper)
to name a few, roving the Adelaide Fringe every day and night
Don't be afraid to voice how good this event is
Here is a link to opening night or click Vox Pops on the menu above for all
the stories and comments for the 2010 Adelaide Fringe
http://www.talkfringe.com.au/video/day.php?day=Friday19
February 22nd
The Garden
Messing Around.
Adam Hills - Mess Around
If you were expecting to see Adam perform this year then your a little late
Adams show has been sold out for days now well before he arrives to Adelaide
Adelaide loves their golden child, from the early beginnings at SAFM to
a regular comedy spot at Boltz Comedy in Rundle street I had the pleasure of working with Adam for many years with many other great comedians who also have gone on to become world famous
Whats great about Adam is his shows are for everyone and are family safe
A great performer and all round nice guy, I will try to sneak in and stand at the back so that I can review his new show "Mess Around" Maybe next time he is performing in Adelaide you may want to buy those tickets the moment the Box Office opens
Until then BJ
February 22nd
The Garden
Fiona O'LoughlinAlert Just in!!
A very special guest star to perform with Fiona O'Loughlinrn sometime over the next couple of nights so don't miss tonight's performance just in case
BJ
February 22nd
The Garden
Fiona goes Naked on stageFiona O'Loughlin On a Wing and a Prayer * * * * *
The Naked truth about Fiona's downfall
What better way to hear about Fiona O'Loughlin than from her own lips
I was amazed that Fiona could turn such a disaster into an award winning show
Fiona told the truth and it was shocking, from blacking out in the middle
of a performance and waking in hospital only hours prior to performing on Dancing with the Stars.
Fiona has bounced back from the darkest of depression to seeing the funniest side of her mistakes and continues to give a brilliant performance.
I could only feel closer to Fiona for opening up to the audience making us feel like close friends and that's where Fiona ropes you in because once you feel like a friend Fiona can get away with anything and the show kicks into gear and the stories become funnier than ever, I have had the pleasure of seeing Fiona on a few occasions and the quality of her performance now is Outstanding!.
Her pet gripe about Nicole Kidman had the audience in stitches
Try your best to not miss the show in the Garden of Unearthly Delights
in the famous Spiegeltent
Fiona O'Loughlin On a Wing and a Prayer
Five Stars * * * * *
Mon 22-Feb 07:00PM Tonight
Tue 23-Feb 07:00PM
Wed 24-Feb 07:00PM
Thu 25-Feb 07:00PM
Fri 26-Feb 07:00PM
Sat 27-Feb 07:00PM
Sun 28-Feb 07:00PM
February 21st
The Parade
Huge turnout
If you were there you will understand how crowded it was in the East end Friday night
I took photos when I could although it shows heads and more heads and thousands upon thousands of people, so many children, very little space to move
the crowds overflowed in every direction and at the top of the hill I could see all the way to Kent town a sea of people, Rymil park was full the Garden was full, I never attempted to walk up Rundle street, it was a nightmare with crowds not even seen at NYE.
I'm worried that next year the city may loose control of the East end
not that I saw any trouble, most behaved very well bar a few kids unsupervised
Also the Garden had increased it's size but not it's numbers at five thousand heads it was at it's peak from 7pm till closed and as I was leaving at 2am I notice at least thirty thousand people still in Rymill park for the free concert and the Fringe club was so full I'm very sure I saw Christie Anthoney the Fringe Director pouring her own drinks :p So missed that photo while in shock, you go girl...
Anyhow a great nigh had by all and some
I would recommend this festival to any country and would boast that it is the largest festival in the world of it's kind, I truly mean this.
Ok three weeks of seeing shows, there just not enough time to see them all
I'm hoping that LizzyThePuma and MissMin can steer me strait with their reviews of whats going on around town, this week I have to tech some shows one of them being Slim Limits (Gods Cowboys) and I had the pleasure of seeing it during the 2009 Fringe, Very funny and dangerously close to home for most christian church goers who would also enjoy this type of humor :D
Off to Norwood for coffee and maybe a photo opp with Mr Peter Combe
Say hi when you see me, don't be afraid of my height and size that's why they call me big John :)
BJ
February 21st
Fun Stuff
Fun for Kids all daySunday in Norwood
theatrebugs presemts
PETER COMBE AND THEATRE BUGS IN MOOVY GROOVY SONGS FOR KIDS
134 The Parade (Access from Church Ave)
I had Peter for my music teacher in primary school at Norood
Absolute fun every lesson, he is a true entertainer for all
the children will like this and your close to many cafes for brunch lunch
or a afternoon snack depending on what session you attend
21 Feb at 11am, 21 Feb at 1pm, 21 Feb at 3pm AllTix $15.00
February 19th
Fun Stuff
Iphone update.
I think it worked
Iphone there has to be a simpler way 6:58pm :D
February 19th
The Parade
Iphone update.
lot of people here 6:57pm
Woo Hoo!! BJ
February 19th
The Parade
Are we there yet - YES WE ARE!!.
Yes we are, it's arrived, the 2010 Fringe is here
lets get this Parade under way
Camera check, frozen water check, comfortable shoes check
ok time to take a walk in to the middle of the action
There is so much more this year looking around Rymil park
Sound checks are done and the balloons are up
smell of food in the air with plenty of takeaway stands on Rundle road
Just like the other reviews I'm doing a little happy dance
Adelaide our moment to shine starts now, let the other states look on with envy
5:57pm Friday the 19th of February 1hr to go
just enough time to meet up with friends
BJ
February 18th
The Parade
Do believe the hypeThis years Parade is set to be the best to date
Friends and family are all asking about the Parade to open the 2010 Adelaide Fringe and where the best spot will be, if you can get in early then do so and grab a spot on Rundle street before the expected crowds fill the streets surrounding the east end of Rundle and East terrace.
The roads will be closed So set aside some time to walk in from the closet parking in Hut streets and around the parklands, make sure you bring some drinking water as it will be a hot start to the evening, you can bet on long lines and minimal space when walking anywhere close to the Parade
If you have children the Parade starts at 7pm and lasts for 90 minutes
then a free concert @ Rymil Park starts at 8:30pm, I suggest you arrive at least one hour before the Parade starts two if you have the time to.
The area will be a dry Zone making this a family safe area for children
There will be plenty to see and do before the Parade in the Garden and also childrens shows, make a day of it and arrive at midday :D
Starting to Rant now so let you go till tomorrow
Have fun be safe
BJ
February 18th
The Garden
Justin Hamilton.
IDIOT MAN CHILD * * * * *
What a great show Justin has this year @ Adelaide Fringe 2010 Idiot Man Child is a must see. A very fast, funny and intelligent show then Justin speeds up the pace leaving the audience gasping for air as the laughs blend in to one Super laugh :D
Making up bogus ads for on air just to get fired from the radio station he worked at, then playing the original recordings for us was the funniest thing I have ever herd,
14 years of writing brilliant comedy, a great night out
Five Star Entertainment
BJ
February 12th
Fun Stuff
Lots to see at the Garden.
Just letting you know I'm going down to the Garden for a look around again
its a good way to keep in shape walking from one end to the other :p
See you there where the fun's @ :D
BJ
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February 12th
The Garden
In the park under the stars:.
Walking down the path to the entrance I could not help thinking that I was somewhere familiar and was comforted by the noise of many people and sounds of too many djs and side attractions, I was home and in fine company of many Adelaidians who made the trip in to the parklands to witness the opening night of The Garden of Unearthly Delights
As I was greeted at the gates to have my friend Cristie's bag searched for weapons, drugs and alcohol I felt safe knowing the staff were looking after our best interests making this a safe place to be.
Suddenly my eyes could not open wide enough to take in how extra large everything seemed to be this year, so much room and seating, food and fun stalls, cafes and bars, big tops and little tents, the smells of Yiros, candy floss and pancakes filled the air and there was a sweat and sour candy stall run by a elderly couple that I could not imagine what they were thinking of so many people in the park late at night, I just had to take a photo as they were handing out free samples.
I noticed we had already crossed the foot bridge to the other side and were travelling up the hill the the main stage right next to the original Spiegel tent nestled in between the music and the sounds of the Ferris wheel and dodgem cars on its left.
Ok everyone this show has grown a minimum of 25 percent going by the last one quarter of the park left behind the fences leaving more room for expansion over the coming years
I have to admit when Mr Walker first started this even he could not have seen this coming
I hope it never stops growing and takes over as the largest Fringe in the world right here in little old Adelaide taking away that honour from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe
I started seeing friendly faces of friends now that my eyes had adjusted to the size of the garden
Staging crews who came early so they could have fun, all whom were overshadowed by one of
Adelaide's most famous Johnny Haysman, known for walking up and down Rundle street wearing a Koala back pack, black & white gum boots fronting a large package under his leotard for many years and exiting on a postie scooter, I'm sure you are seeing the same thought I'm having right now lol, this year he had a tandem cycle with him, wearing shorts and a country style shirt, I could hear people talking about him everywhere I walk
Johnny you're a Star at any event.
Ok I have had my two bevies a Light beer with a great coffee from Josh at Coffee Branch
In the Bocce pit area for those who know, glad to see you have the skills of your father making coffee Josh, get the tip area happening, great coffee.
Time to head home and get my not so beauty sleep and dream about the events to come
Note: when driving passed go slower than the speed limit please, during the day there will be children all around and one might get away in the excitement.
Chat tomorrow I'm off to cibo on the parade to get the coffee fix I need and read the other blogs on this site
Cheers BJ
February 11th
The Garden
It feels official now.
Hello Thursday
With pass in hand and a taste for excitement dripping from the corner of my mouth
I'm heading down to the Garden for their official opening tonight, hoping to see any friends who have arrived early for a bevy or two and walk the walk
This being a week ahead of the Fringe opening it will activate the part of my brain that tells me it's not a dream and I can start enjoying what this years Fringe 2010 has to offer. There should be some famous and infamous comics hanging around all looking to each other for support and Adelaide is a great place for some catching up.
If any one reading this remembers my profile pic and recognises me
please come up and say hi as I like meeting strangers in the park at night
oops that came out wrong, not to worry it's well lit and plenty of security
all whom will need some practice before the rev heads hit town near the end of the fringe
So get your boots on and head down while the weather is fine, it will be a great change from being overheated at home :p
Let you know tomorrow how it was for those who can't make it
BJ
February 5th
The Garden
All go go go
Garden of Unearthing
Today I notice a more than regular size Garden being installed
at the East Parklands and the Spiegle was on the hill this year
More than half the park was being used filling with the big tops and tents
You could be mistaken thinking that a small city was being erected with all
the trades people and engineers on site that were clearly hard at work prepping
for a test run next week before the fringe starts, a great way of advertising
that were here to stay for a month by opening early and generating interest
I know I will be having a beer or two before the Comedians and tourists alike
arrive with their cat juggling chainsaws one-liner jokes while wearing a funny
mask that could or may not scare children and some adults like last years
merry go wrong(round). How scary were those animals as I flashback to
those days on acid during my youth, although the man running it was a great guy
who said it had been restored by his father and he now ran it.
I just loved the look on passers-by who suddenly realised that it was a little scu wiff.
I'm looking forward to the opening and feel the excitement growing already
This years 2010 Fringe is looking like the biggest to date with so much to see
BJ
Oh and here is a one liner:
Q: Why doesn't a chicken wear pants? A: Because his pecker is on his head!
February 5th
General
Justin Hamilton
Justin Hamilton has over many years never failed to satisfy
Always a highlight to the Adelaide Fringe and a must see show
If you have never seen Justin then here is your chance to
experience a five star show on a high speed express train to the
Intelligent part of your mind, letting you out at Endorphin station
with a feeling of well-being in a sea of bliss, Yarrr!!
(Some Side Affects)
May include feeling like you have been beaten with a rolled up news paper
Venue
The Garden of Unearthly Delights - Le Cascadeur
12-14 Feb at 8.45pm
16-17 Feb at 8.45pm
18, 20-21 Feb at 8.45pm
Big_John
ROSS DANIELS IS 'THE TRANSPOSED MAN' TOKYO SHOCK BOYS - 20TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW SPONTANEOUS BROADWAY SLIM LIMITS AND BILLY ARE GODS COWBOYS RHINO ROOM'S LATE SHOW JUSTIN HAMILTON - IDIOT MAN CHILD GREG FLEET. ADELAIDE: A LOVE STORY. GEORGE KAPINIARIS' GREATEST HITS DAVE CALLAN (THE SYMBOL FOR WOMEN) CUBBYHOUSE BRAD OAKES - PLAN-B ARJ BARKER - LET ME DO THE TALKING... ADAM HILLS - MESS AROUND "LEHMO CAN'T SAY NO" JETHRO HELLER PRESENTS AUSTRALIAN ECHOES - WORLD PREMIERE ADELAIDE FRINGE OPENING NIGHT PARADE FIONA O'LOUGHLIN ON A WING AND A PRAYER AROUND THE WORLD ON 80 QUID WAS IT A CAT I SAW- (THAT NERDY SHOW ABOUT WORDS) HURRY UP JESUS! MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE. TAKEN FROM THE WRITINGS OF RACHEL CORRIE. EDITED BY ALAN RICKMAN AND KATHARINE VINER. CLICK TEASE: LOG ON, GET OFF
March 20th
General
Blog Squad.
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I thoroughly enjoyed reading everyone's blogs and I hope that you all will join in again next year, it took quite a while to read them all and I felt I was apart of other acts through the discriptive writings of other Blogger's without being there, it also gave me insight in to whom I should see and what there is to do.
Thank you; LizzyThePuma, MissMin, Poly, Charlies Angle, Merkel bectastic, Pinkgirl, Fringer and Momentum making the top ten bloggers for Talk Fringe 2010 for The Adelaide 2010 Fringe Festival..
The countdown is on until we do this all over again on 18th Feb 2011 - 334 Days - 8021 Hours - 481309 Minutes and 28878563 Seconds from Now!! :)
Counting out loud is not recommended :p
"Jusqu'a La fois prochaine nous ecrivons"
(Until next time we write)
Big_John
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