Cabaret
Drag

Pride Festival 2025: MESSY FRIENDS

Explore the world of this multi-award winning, dynamic & innovative drag collective, fusing lip-sync, burlesque, dance, striking visuals, & documentary-style videos to create a one-of-a-kind "Drag-u-mentary" experience.

From $30 - $59 (plus service fees)
60 minutes
26 - 28 Feb 2025
Wed 26 Feb, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Thu 27 Feb, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Fri 28 Feb, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Explore the world of this dynamic and innovative drag collective that fuses lip-sync, burlesque, dance, and documentary-style videos to create a unique "Drag-u-mentary" experience. Fresh from their acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe season, they have captivated audiences worldwide with its blend of vibrant performances, striking costumes, and deeply personal storytelling. MESSY FRIENDS explores the complexities of the queer experience, addressing themes of identity, resilience, and self-acceptance, all while delivering high-energy, visually stunning shows that leave a lasting impact.

Winners of Best Cabaret (Adelaide Fringe 2024) and Best Show (Fringe World 2022)

"A fully-formed masterpiece" ★★★★★ - Snack Magazine (UK)

"Impressive would be an understatement" ★★★★★ - Binge Fringe (UK)

"MESSY FRIENDS is a must-see" ★★★★★ - Corr Blimey (UK)

“A tinsel shower of kaleidoscopic beauty” ★★★★★ -E d Fest Mag (UK)

"Exceptional" ★★★★★ - Fringefeed

"Perfection" ★★★★★ - Cream Magazine

"Unforgettable" ★★★★★ - OUTInPerth

Presented by:
Gendermess Productions

Content Warning: 
Contains adult themes (sexual references, mental health including eating disorders, suicide, trauma). Also contains frequent coarse language, mild nudity, loud noises, smoke effects, smoking and strobe lighting. 

Creative Team:
Creative Director/Performing Artist - Ginava
Co-Producer/Performing Artist - Flynn V
Performing Artist - Alfie
Performing Artist - Bobby Knox
Performing Artist - Mary Lamb O’God

Funding Partner:
Foundation North

Funding Partner | Foundation North