How on Earth do we decide which Fringe shows to go and see with the kids?
Top 40 Adelaide Fringe and Festival Family Friendly Shows It’s that time of year again, that magical time when Adelaide comes alive with the buzz and excitement of Mad March (although, technically we need to look at that because the Fringe starts in Feb, guys! However… I digress….) and the city is filled with lights, yummy smells, laughter and people from all over! However, there is a slight stress that comes with The Adelaide Fringe / Adelaide Festival and WOMAD…. How on Earth do we decide what shows to go and see? And which ones are family friendly? Never fear… you know we’ve got you covered with our pick of the Top 40 Kiddo Friendly Shows to get tickets to, all the info you need to know and links to find out more. You can thank us later with Poffertjes (if you know, you know) 1. PARTICLE B Particle B is an incredible acrobatic Fringe show for kids who are interested in science and existence and are curious about exploring the bigger questions. 15 Feb – 17 March Children’s / Circus Little Theatre, RCC Fringe adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/particle-b-af2019 2. 360 ALLSTARS ALLSTARS 360 is an international sensation and electric physical performance that’s great for Adelaide kids who love BMX, breakdancing, basketball and all things elite street. 15 – 17 March Circus and Physical Theatre The Moa, Gluttony adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/360-allstars-af2019 3. Star Academy: Tribute to Rock Star Academy is fantastic for kids thinking about doing singing lessons in Adelaide. 16 Feb – 3 March Children’s / Rock Star Academy, Grote St adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/tribute-to-rock-af2019 4. JELLY OR JAM Jelly or Jam is a circus show like no other that isn’t just fun but educational and explores feelings, emotions and the question of ‘what makes you, you’ with squishy, messy, jelly. 16 Feb – 10 March Children’s / Circus Little Theatre, RCC Fringe adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/jelly-or-jam-af2019 5. ESCAPE FROM TRASH MOUNTAIN Escape from Trash Mountain is a puppetry show of trashy proportions! It will empower your little kiddos to reuse and recycle and inspire them to make their own trash puppets at home – hello next school holidays DIY craft activity! 16 Feb – 11 March Children’s / Puppetry The May Wirth, Gluttony adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/escape-from-trash-mountain-af2019 6. Monski Mouse’s Baby Disco Dance Hall Monski Mouse is an Adelaide DJ favourite for babies, tots and cool parents. 16 Feb – 17 March Children’s / Music The Box, The Garden adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/monski-mouse-s-baby-disco-dance-hall-af2019 7. Big Tops & Tiny Tots Circus Show Big Tops and Tiny Tots is a circus show just for your little Kiddos aged 3-7. This Fringe show will have them rolling out of the tent giggling their little heads off. And I mean… is there anything better than the sound of children’s laughter? 16 Feb – 17 March Children’s / Circus Empire Theatre, Gluttony adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/big-tops-tiny-tots-circus-show-af2019 8. SPLASH TEST DUMMIES Splash Test Dummies is a critically acclaimed show that is always a hit at the Adelaide Fringe! It will have your children’s imaginations captivated with their clever mix of circus and comedy. 16 Feb – 17 March Children’s / Circus Corona Theatre and The Factory adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/splash-test-dummies-af2019 9. Amelia Ryan’s 80’s Baby Amelia Ryan’s 80’s Baby is Adelaide’s own pop-palooza for little people! This show will have you and your kiddos on your feet and grooving to the beats from start to finish. A great show for musical kids! 16 Feb – 17 March Children’s / Cabaret The Factory, The Garden adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/amelia-ryan-s-80-s-baby-af2019 10. DINOSAUR TIME MACHINE Dinosaur Time Machine will have the kids getting up close and personal with a lifesized T-Rex! Say what?! Great for Adelaide kids with an interest in dinosaurs. 16 Feb – 23 March Children’s / Theatre Ukiyo, Gluttony adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/dinosaur-time-machine-af2019 11. BIG FISH LITTLE FISH Big Fish Little Fish is a great show for Adelaide kids who love music and getting their groove on! And it includes a multi sensory dance floor too! 23 Feb – 16 March Music / Electronic The Flamingo, Gluttony adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/big-fish-little-fish-af2019 12. ADELAIDE INTERNATIONAL YOUTH FILM FESTIVAL PREVIEW PROGRAM The Adelaide International Youth Film Festival Preview is the show for any budding young Tarantino’s in Adelaide. A great show for kids captivated by film and the magic of movie making. 27 Feb – 9 March Film and Digital / Film Union Cinema, RCC Fringe adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/adelaide-international-youth-film-festival-preview-program-af2019 13. BABA YAGA Baba Yaga comes to Adelaide straight from a sell out season at the Edinburgh Fringe. This new take on an old Russian folktale is a must for kids captivated by story telling, colour and a little mystery for good measure. Read more about it in the latest issue of Kiddo Mag! 27 Feb -6 March Family Queen’s Theatre adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au/events/baba-yaga/ 14. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC: SYMPHONY OF OUR WORLD The National Geographic Symphony for Our World concert is a must as it so beautifully, through the power of music and footage, teaches kids about nature, the environment and helps shape a better understanding of our world. Truly captivating and something they (and you!) will remember for a long time to come. 2 March Family Elder Park adelaidefestival.com.au/events/national-geographic-symphony-for-our-world/ 15. Kids Day Kid’s Day features an All Star line up of authors, performers and adventurers who will bring magic, stories and hands on fun to Adelaide kids. An incredible line up for an incredible day, get in early to secure your kiddos spots. 2 March Children’s / Educational Pioneer Women’s Memorial Garden adelaidefestival.com.au/events/kids-day/ 16. Evelyn Roth’s Nylon Zoo The delightful Evelyn Roth is back with her Nylon Zoo to captivate the imaginations of kids far and wide. Children will be enchanted throughout this dress-up, story telling, educational extravaganza. Children’s / Imagination 8 – 11 March WOMADelaide, Botanic Park womadelaide.com.au/artists/2018/evelyn-roths-nylon-zoo 17. KIDDO SILENT DISCO Get your dancing shoes on and get your moves ready to groove! Adelaide kids and their adults can dance like nobody’s listening at the Kiddo Silent Disco. 8 – 11 March Children’s / Dance WOMADelaide, Botanic Park womadelaide.com.au/artists/kiddo-silent-disco 18. THE TALKING TREES – SAYarts The Talking Trees – Sayarts is an incredible nature based experience for your little eco-warrior. It’s