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20/07/2026

State Theatre Review: Uncle Vanya – but there’s ASMR soap cutting videos playing in the bottom right corner

This production isn't interested in preserving Chekhov in amber. Instead, it gleefully pulls apart the classic, layering absurdity, internet culture, humour and theatrical self-awareness over the familiar text....

This production isn’t interested in preserving Chekhov in amber. Instead, it gleefully pulls apart the classic, layering absurdity, internet culture, humour and theatrical self-awareness over…

20/07/2026

Illuminate Festival: Supersonic, built on atmosphere, connection and local vision

The strength of all Illuminate Festival, their music program attracts those who truly love music, and it's why we keep coming back for more....

The strength of all Illuminate Festival, their music program attracts those who truly love music, and it’s why we keep coming back for more.

03/07/2026

Theatre Review: Hamlet the Loneliest – Slingsby, 2026

Watching a No Strings show is always a journey, and a pact between audience and company where we are asked to peel away our layers, accept discomfort and emerge with a sense of connection and question seeking.

Hamlet the Loneliest will long be etched into the collective memories of the sold-out audience, marking another success for this essential company.

Read more at our website https://theupsidenews.com/2026/06/28/theatre-review-hamlet-the-loneliest-slingsby-2026/

03/07/2026

Review: The Cinematic Sinners presents Moulin Rouge – Nineteen Ten, 2026

‘The greatest thing you’ll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return.‘ It’s the iconic catch cry of Moulin Rouge, and Cinematic Sinners embraced that sentiment and then some, by making us feel all of our feelings and giving us a show with all the excess, spectacle and theatrical abandon the film commands.

Rather than attempting to recreate Baz Luhrmann’s masterpiece, this shadowcast production celebrated it, playing the film on the big screen while a cast of gorgeous burlesque dancers, drag performers, aerialists and fire artists brought key moments to life on stage, creating an immersive experience that was the perfect balance between cinema, cabaret and interactive theatre.

Curated by Ember Rose and Letitia Stitch, the production understood exactly what makes Moulin Rouge the best film of all time, bar none, and the cast captured each moment perfectly.

Read more at our website. https://theupsidenews.com/2026/06/17/review-the-cinematic-sinners-presents-moulin-rouge-nineteen-ten-2026/

03/07/2026

🎭 ARTS | Patience and Penitentia by Ida Sophia

South Australian artist Ida Sophia is pushing the boundaries of performance art with Patience and Penitentia, a powerful new durational work exploring silence, punishment, power and reconciliation within relationships.

Presented at as part of the 2026 , the work confronts the often-overlooked impact of the "silent treatment" and the emotional toll of exclusion, estrangement and withheld affection. Over 40 days, Ida will undertake an extraordinary 276 hours of live performance, inviting audiences to witness a ritual of endurance, reflection and transformation.

Featuring contributions from more than 40 local women through thousands of rose petals and personal stories, Patience and Penitentia sheds light on the emotional labour, resilience and hope that exist alongside experiences of silence and disconnection.

A thought-provoking and deeply emotional work from one of South Australia's most celebrated contemporary artists.

📍 Samstag Museum of Art
📅 Until August 22
🎟️ Free admission

02/07/2026

Night Visions 2026 Review: Illuminate Adelaide, Adelaide Botanic Garden

Night Visions once again transforms the Adelaide Botanic Garden into a captivating wonderland of light, sound, projection and imagination....

Night Visions once again transforms the Adelaide Botanic Garden into a captivating wonderland of light, sound, projection and imagination.

01/07/2026

✨ Adelaide after dark has never looked more magical. 🌿🌙

Step into Night Visions, where the Botanic Gardens Sth. Australia is transformed into an enchanting world of light, colour and sound. As one of the standout experiences of Illuminate Adelaide , this immersive trail invites you to slow down, look closer and experience one of the city’s most spectacular winter events.

Whether you’re planning a date night, a family adventure or simply looking for something unforgettable this July, Night Visions is well worth adding to your list. ✨

Have you experienced it yet? Let us know your favourite moment in the comments! 👇

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01/07/2026

🌟What’s On in Adelaide this July? 🌟

Who says winter has to be dull? ❄️✨ Illuminate Adelaide is back, transforming our city into a spectacular playground of light, music, art and technology throughout July.

Here’s just a taste of what’s waiting for you:

💡 City Lights – Explore the FREE trail of dazzling light installations and immersive experiences through the heart of the city.
🌿 Night Visions – Wander the stunning Adelaide Botanic Garden after dark as nature comes alive with light, colour and sound.
🎶 Horizons – Experience unforgettable performances from acclaimed Australian and international artists.
🔥 Base Camp – Your go-to spot for delicious food, drinks, live entertainment and a vibrant festival atmosphere at Lot Fourteen.
🎨 Immersive Experiences – Step inside incredible digital worlds and interactive installations that have to be seen to be believed.

Whether it’s a date night, family outing or catching up with friends, there’s no better time to discover the magic of Adelaide after dark. 💙

👇 Tell us in the comments: Which Illuminate Adelaide experience is at the top of your list this year? Tag the friend you’ll be taking with you!

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28/06/2026

Cinematic Sinners presents Moulin Rouge gave me more than a tribute to one of cinema's most spectacular musicals. It gifted me a whole body and soul feeling of joy and celebration. One that I have been feeling since I experienced it and one I am certain I will be feeling for a long time to come. Well, at least until their next show

Cinematic Sinners presents Moulin Rouge gave me more than a tribute to one of cinema’s most spectacular musicals. It gifted me a whole body and soul feeling of joy and celebration. One that I…

28/06/2026

Watching a No Strings show is always a journey, and a pact between audience and company where we are asked to peel away our layers, accept discomfort and emerge with a sense of connection and question seeking.

Watching a No Strings show is always a journey, and a pact between audience and company where we are asked to peel away our layers, accept discomfort and emerge with a sense of connection and quest…