Wonderland is returning to Brisbane's Powerhouse for another provocative end-of-year festival. Step inside a world of the unexpected, of euphoric body bending and late night temptations.
The festival will begin late November and will run for about three weeks, delivering nightly entertainment in the form of circus, burlesque, cabaret and comedy in a collection of high energy performances.
Brisbane's Powerhouse Artistic Director, Kris Stewart wishes for the crowds to engage this year in a celebration of an end of year carnival, somewhere people can come and have fun and escape reality.
“This festival is like no other in Brisbane, as it showcases the cheekier side of the performing arts,” Kris says. “Audiences are spoilt for choice this year. Definitely not to be missed will be the hilarious Sammy J and Randy, the always knowledgeable Dr Karl, The Chaser's Australia, ''The Voice' Grand Finalist Ellen Reed, local superstar Luke Kennedy with world champion beat boxer Joel Turner, and songstress Emma Dean.”
Emma DeanIn the seductive heat of Brisbane's summer, audiences can join in on the festival as the performers transport them into their world of debauchery. With a roster of 31 shows over the festival's run, there are so many performances not to be missed.
'Graeme Of Thrones', is the critically acclaimed theatrical performance that takes you on a journey through the seven kingdoms. It is a recreation from the hit TV show 'Game Of Thrones', written by George RR Martin. The performance has previously been sold out in London's West End and in Australia. It's an unauthorised parody, but a must see for all fans.
'Sammy J and Randy Land', features the world famous comedy duo, bringing you a new theatrical adventure. The pair have borrowed three million dollars to open a theme park. The petting zoo is closed due to quarantine restrictions and the fortune teller is under police investigation. What could possibly go wrong?
The Bombshell Burlesque Academy star in 'A Brief History of Burlesque'; a show that focuses on glamour and fun, features stunning routines and slick choreography. Showing a brief history of burlesque from the 'hoochie coochie' girls of the 1800s to the modern dancers seen today.
'The Lady of the House of Love', spawns from the darkest sides of cabaret. In this one-man show, award winning artist Sandro Colarelli brings audiences down into his dark, eerie and intoxicating world, as he explores themes of desire and destiny.
The Fanciful Fiction AuxiliaryThere will also be free exhibitions on display. 'The Fanciful Fiction Auxiliary', featuring the exposure of purple veins against fine satin and flimsy plots, will show the cover shots from a group of talented writers. It will be shown in the White Wall and Mosquito foyer. The other is 'Burger Force' by Aurealis award-winning independent comic Sachie Ryan, who features real people and locations that have been 'comified' by a combination of software and hand retouching, shown in the Visy Theatre Foyer.
You can purchase your tickets now, online at the Brisbane Powerhouse website to secure your seat for all of these must-see shows.
