Fringe Fever

I attended the launch of the 2007 Adelaide Fringe Programme Guide today, and was excited to be amidst the fun and frivolities.

Hills Hoisted Fringe Fun by Linh

Adelaide Fringe lovers and local arts luminaries converged on the lawns of Rymill Park(Mullawirraburka)for the lakeside launch of the 2007 Fringe Programme Guide hosted by comedian and TV presenter Adam Hills.

The atmosphere sizzled as fervently as the morning sun on a 36 degree day, with the stage near specially created Fringe props, including a Hills Hoist clothesline adorned with brightly coloured beach towels spelling out the word 'FRINGE', and the life-size creation of the Happy Hog (which appears on the Fringe posters).

The colour of the Fringe was represented by an array of quirky characters roaming the park, handing out flyers and exuding Fringe flair.

Among the bevy of weird and wonderful performers included space cadets in silvery and tight fitting suits and men in skirts and boots with ladies sashaying about in gorgeous flowing attire. Playful clowns provided the relaxed crowds with some interesting distraction as the stage was set for 'Comedy Quiz'.

Familiar Fringe faces, State Tourism Minister Jane Lomax-Smith, Fringe Director Christie Anthoney, Chair of Fringe Inc. Judy Potter, and BankSA's Rob Chapman, participated in Adam Hills' quiz on Adelaide and the Fringe Guide. Correct answers were few, but laughs were plenty as the audience cheered on the contestants.

Adam Hills will be returning to the Adelaide Fringe for his show 'Joymonger' to be part of the exciting and jam packed annual event.

It was the perfect start to one of the most anticipated festivals on South Australia's event calendar. The Adelaide Fringe Festival is definitely not to be missed!