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The ‘Back 2 Back Short Show Festival’ is SA’s purely local performers/producers Theatre Festival, hosted at the home of live local theatre, Star Theatres One and Two.
Come and see your favourite performers
​and some you’ve never heard of!
Featuring cabaret acts, plays, dance and musical theatre. You can come for one show, or stay for more!

Each show is from 1 hour (approx), so have a snack and a drink between shows and make a night of it!

Last 2 Weeks of October
"It'll be our 10th year!"

Bookings open August 1st

​MEN who DANCE
-Alpha-
​For the last time in Adelaide

The award winning 5-star show

MENwhoDANCE showcases Charlie, Kurt, Dhuruva, Calin, Bailey & Rhys. This high energy show features their various dance styles. Including the latest street moves, a classical story piece, and athletic sport prowess. Follow the men as they head through construction sites, Bollywood, and under the sea. They tap, sing, leap, flip, and even meet an alien.

​You can’t help but shout and laugh out loud with excitement, while these six men of dance do their thing. The show strikes the perfect balance between edge-of-your-seat dare devil action, irresistible romance, and comedy. It’s more than a dance show, it’s an experience.
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5 shows only 
Friday 18th  at 7:30 pm
Saturday 19th & 26th at 7:30 pm
Sunday 20th & 27th at 5:00 pm

Reds

Ever wondered what makes redheads tick? 
Are they really born full of passion, bravado, rage? Find out as you join Bronwen James on her toe-tapping musical journey of discovery whilst sharing the stories of other passionate red-heads past and present - think Julia Gillard, Pauline Hanson, Lucille Ball, Boudica. Will she retain the red or embrace the fade?

Reviews:
“Reds is not only cathartic for the performer but for the audience as well."
Brian Godfrey

"Bronwen James gives her impeccable singing voice full
flight in this fabulously entertaining show. 4.5 Stars"
David Cronin

"Reds is a cabaret about rangas that surprises as much as it brilliantly entertains."
David O'Brien

Sunday 20th 2:00 pm.
Sunday 27th 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm

Charli's Golden Age Curiosities

Join Charli the Illusionist for an enchanting evening that transports you back to the Golden Age of magic. Marvel at classic tricks that have mesmerised audiences for centuries. 

​This is more than just a show; this is an experience that delights and satisfies. With Charli’s signature captivating showgirl style, this performance pays homage to the greats, embracing the timeless trade of conjurers. Charm your imagination, be intrigued, and escape reality as Charli brings the bygone era before you, filled with oddities and curiosities.
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Will it satisfy your curiosity or leave you with more questions?

Saturday 19th & 26th 6:00 pm 
Sunday 20th & 27th 7:30 pm

Henry Olonga
"Family & Friends"

Henry Olonga joins his family and a surprise guest to bring a show to thrill the romantic side with powerful arias, to soothing love songs and family favourites. This new show will not disappoint if you are looking for a true variety concert with a tinge of political activism.

​The former test cricket player, human rights activist and former 'the Voice' contestant, turned balladeer segways into life stories that have shaped his life from childhood through to the present time. From the cricket pitch, into exile and finally landing on the stage where he has found his feet.  This is Henrys 3rd year in the festival.
Friday 18th at 7.30 pm
Saturday 26th at 6.00 pm
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One Hit Wonderful
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​One Hit Wonderful is a musical time machine that takes you through some of the greatest onehit wonders of all time. Guiding you on this sonic adventure are musical mates Crafty and Rohan Watts, who bring a fresh take on these timeless hits. Each song is a piece of pop culture history just waiting to be revisited. Join the fun, sing along, and remember—one song is all it takes to be wonderful!

Saturday 26th at 7.30 pm

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Back2Back Festival Ends October 27th

Misery
Oily Rag Theatre

Thursday 31 October at 7.30 p.m.
Friday 1 November at 7.30 p.m.
Saturday 2 November at 7.30 p.m.

​Runtime: Approx 100 minutes, no intermission.

For mature audiences.

TICKETS:
Full price $30
Concession card holders $24
Groups (6 or more) $26
The South Australian premiere of William Goldman's stage adaptation of his own screenplay based on Stephen King's iconic psychological horror thriller. Jaded author Paul Sheldon is looking forward to being finally rid of the long-running series of historical romances that earned him fame and fortune, when a car accident in a snowstorm leaves him helpless in the middle of nowhere. 
He regains consciousness to find himself terribly injured and in the home of Annie Wilkes, a stranger who came upon the accident scene and is thrilled to be the saviour of the author of her favourite book series. It doesn't take long for Paul to realise that Annie is more than just excitable and eccentric, and that he could be in very real danger isolated and alone, with his life in the hands of his "number one fan". By arrangement with Music Theatre International Australasia Pty Ltd, on behalf of Dramatists Play Services Inc.

La Vérité
Panache

Thursday 7 November 7:30 p.m.
Friday 8th November 7:30 p.m.
Saturday 9th November 2:30 & 7:30 p.m.

Florian Zeller’s comedy, La Vérité, involves four characters who are involved in either cheating on their partners, deceiving their partners or playing mind games with them.

Zeller’s dialogue engages the audience who never know which of the characters is being truthful. Michel, we know, is a businessman who is having an affair with Alice, a doctor, but we also know that he is an habitual liar.

As the play progresses, we find out more about each of the characters and each audience member will leave the performance with what they believe to be the truth of the scenes they have witnessed.

La Vérité is a side-splittingly funny play that explores human relationships, their weaknesses, their strengths and how difficult it is to be entirely honest with a partner.

A guaranteed good night out.

MGTS Annual Performance 
"Old Time Rock'n'Roll"
​Saturday November 23rd

Join the Mighty Good Students as they celebrate the music and fun of the 50’s and 60’s, that made their grandparents rock to the music.

The Deep Blue Sea
Independent Theatre 
November 29th - December 7th

Hester Collyer, the wife of a High Court judge, has run away from her husband, and been living with an ex-World War 2 and Battle of Britain fighter pilot.  The play opens with her being found, after having tried, unsuccessfully, to gas herself, and follows her through the day, as she, and the various people in her life, attempt to pick up the pieces.  It is a powerful account of lives blighted by love - or the lack of it.
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First produced in 1952, when Rattigan was at the height of his powers, “The Deep Blue Sea” is considered to be his best play.  In recent years, Rattigan has been “rediscovered”, and recognised for the great playwright that he is.  The 2016 National Theatre revival starred Helen McCrory.
Booking Information comming soon

A Punk Opera


Fri 7th Mar7:30 pm - 9:00 pm (90 mins)
Sat 8th Mar4:00 pm - 5:30 pm (90 mins)
Sat 8th Mar7:30 pm - 9:00 pm (90 mins)

A PUNK OPERA is a new take in the expected Nuworks style on Bertolt Brecht's The Threepenny Opera. Set in the 1970s, it references the government of Margaret Thatcher and the advent of the punk rock era, defined by a rejection of core British values: minor strikes, race riots, football hooligans and garbage strikes. All to a soundtrack reminiscent of The Kinks in particular.
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A Tribute to
​GEORGE HARRISON
Saturday March 1st
7.30pm - 9.30pm
This audio/visual tribute show features the music of the famous 'Beatle' George Harrison and more. An evening of fun music harmony and story telling performed by 'House of Enz' featuring their 10 piece band. Narrated by 'Harold Harrison'(George's father played by Roger Stanning). With the help of our Narrator journey together through George's musical life from the Beatles through his solo years to his time with the Traveling Wilburys. George's songs include, Something, Taxman, All Those Years Ago, While My Guitar Gently Weeps and Here Comes The Sun just name a few. It will be a moving and emotional experience as we remember George's musical and spiritual life. More stories also as we highlight other events and characters of the "quiet" Beatle's life. "A Splendid Time Is Guaranteed For All"
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Saturday March 1st 2/15 -4.15 and 7.30pm - 9.30pm
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Akmal - Red Flags
​Saturday March 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm (60 mins)

Akmal returns to Adelaide with a brand-new show title, ‘Red Flags’. It is one of the best titles he’s come up with in years; this demonstrates his incredible ability to come up with original and thought-provoking names for shows.
"The title of this show is original and thought-provoking.”

The Newspaper"I really enjoyed the name of this show.

My favourite part was the word RED"…Kitty Saleh.
​"If the actual show is as good as its title, he’s onto a winner." (Name withheld for legal reasons.)
Warning:This show is so funny medical authorities recommend you only see five or six minutes per night. 
Watching the full hour may cause nausea, loss of bladder control, unintentional orgasm and death. No Refunds.Sat 8th
“Akmal is undoubtedly one of the best comics doing the rounds”, The Blurb
“Wonderfully Fresh, Hilarious and a definite starter for your Festival list”, ★★★★ 1/2 Adelaide Theatre Guide
“Not one wanted the shop to stop … he seemed to own the stage” – Sydney Morning Herald
★★★★ 1/2 The Advertiser


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