# Troy Rogers – Upside Down Fantasyland

**Interview** — On Your Markus  
**Published:** 8 February 2026  
**Author:** Markus Hamence  
**Source:** https://onyourmarkus.au/interview/troy-rogers-upside-down-fantasyland/

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INTERVIEW: **Markus** is in **The Jungle Room** with Australian Writer and Actor **Troy Rogers** for his show ‘**Upside Down Fantasyland**‘ for the 2026 **Adelaide Fringe**

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‘Upside Down Fantasyland’ is a raw and poetic exploration of Troy Rogers’ journey from the shadows of his past to the light of his future.

Through heartfelt poetry, powerful songs, and evocative prose, Troy vulnerably takes the stage to share his experiences of growing up in out-of-home care. His childhood shaped by the trauma of drug-related struggles and a life with his grandmother due to his parents’ substance abuse.

In this deeply personal performance, Troy delves into the complexities of his past with honesty and courage, while balancing the heavy material with humour and love.

‘Upside Down Fantasyland’ offers an unflinching look at resilience, healing, and the bittersweet nature of growing up in a world turned upside down.

**Upside Down Fantasyland**

**The Jade:**

Fri 20 Feb: 3:30pm  
Sun 22 Feb: 9:00pm  
Mon 23 Feb – Tue 24 Feb: 8:30pm  
Sun 01 Mar – Mon 02 Mar: 8:30pm  
Thu 05 Mar – Fri 06 Mar: 3:30pm  
Tue 10 Mar: 8:30pm  
Fri 13 Mar: 3:30pm

**The Studio at Holden Street Theatres:**

Sat 21 Feb – Sun 22 Feb: 4:30pm  
Sun 08 Mar: 9:00pm  
Sat 14 Mar: 9:00pm  
Sun 15 Mar: 2:30pm, 9:00pm

**Cubby House at ARTHUR ARTHOUSE:**

Thu 26 Feb – Sat 28 Feb: 8:45pm  
Tue 03 Mar: 8:45pm

**[Tickets](https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/upside-down-fantasyland-af2026)**

**[Follow Troy Rogers on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/troy.rogers.79)**

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