The Lab@UNSW
UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES AWAIT
Welcome to The Lab @ UNSW, Sydney Fringe’s newest home for experimentation, innovation and artistic risk-taking. This bold new partnership with UNSW showcases five shows over ten days, featuring some of the most daring voices in performance today.
From cutting-edge theatre and absurdist comedy to experimental dance, immersive encounters and works that defy categorisation, The Lab is a space for artists unafraid to test the limits. This is where Fringe throws out the rulebook and invites you to do the same.
Expect the unexpected, the unconventional, and the totally unforgettable. Whether you’re a seasoned art adventurer or just curious to see what’s next, The Lab is your portal into the truly original.
These are works you won’t see anywhere else (ever). Come open-minded, leave inspired.
Full Program
What’s On Near UNSW?
To truly experience the magic of the Fringe, you can’t stop at just one show! Dive into the nearby hubs and festival garden to map out your evening and fully immerse yourself in Sydney’s vibrant creative scene this September.
Queer Hub
QtopiaCabaret Hub has a new home at Marrickville Town Hall, a venue steeped in history and now transformed into a playground of immersive performance, music, and comedy!
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Off Broadway
Eternity PlayhouseOur Off Broadway Hub takes centre stage at the iconic Eternity Playhouse with a program that celebrates all things theatrical, from original musicals and genre-bending variety shows to contemporary dance and choral spectacles.
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Old Fitz Theatre
Sydney Fringe DebutOld Fitz Theatre joins Sydney Fringe Festival for the first time ever with two powerhouse premieres and a full program of panels and events. Brave stories, big talent and one unforgettable debut Fringe season!
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Limitless
Bondi PavillionLimitless takes over Bondi Pavilion with bold, beachside performances by d/Deaf and disabled artists. Cabaret, comedy, dance and more, this program champions access, is unapologetically fun, and bursting with creativity.
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Fool's Paradise
The Entertainment QuarterStep into Fool’s Paradise, a dazzling destination curated by the award-winning Head First Acrobats. Spanning two electric circus domes at The Entertainment Quarter, this program of Fringe favourites showcases the best in circus, burlesque, comedy, and more.
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Fringe Kids
The Entertainment QuarterFringe Kids lights up throughout September with family-friendly shows across the Festival, then kicks into high gear with a dedicated two-week program during the October school holidays!
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