Review
The Ladyboys Of Bangkok
By Markus Hamence The Garden Of Unearthly Delights, Adelaide, South Australia
Review by Markus Hamence – The Ladyboys Of Bangkok – Performance date: Sunday 22 February 2026. The Garden Of Unearthly Delights, Adelaide, South Australia
The Ladyboys of Bangkok have returned to Adelaide Fringe with a glitter-bomb spectacle that feels less like a show and more like a full-scale freaking celebration. Playing The Roundhouse at The Garden of Unearthly Delights, the internationally renowned cabaret delivers exactly what Fringe crowds crave: glamour, cheeky humour, powerhouse lip-sync performances and a party atmosphere that sweeps the room into one giant sing-along. Bang!
The moment the curtain part, the stage erupts in sequins, jewels, couture-level costumes and razor-sharp choreography. This 2026 production ups the ante with fresh routines and a soundtrack stacked with iconic floor-fillers, transforming the venue into a pulsating nightclub where nostalgia meets high-energy drag artistry.
What sets this show apart from it’s competition is its joyful and nailed theatricality. The cast flirt, tease and wink with impeccable comedic timing, blending sass and satire with a warmth that invites the audience into the fun rather than leaving them on the sidelines. Expect diva tributes (Hello Tina), outrageous costume reveals and moments of playful audience interaction that spark laughter and spontaneous dancing.
“The cast flirt, tease and wink with impeccable comedic timing, blending sass and satire with a warmth that invites the audience into the fun rather than leaving them on the sidelines…”
Markus Hamence
Beyond the spectacle, there’s a celebratory spirit at its core – a bold embrace of identity, performance and self-expression wrapped in rhinestones and rhythm. The result is a fast-paced cabaret experience that never takes itself too seriously yet leaves you walking out grinning, humming pop classics and feeling like you’ve just attended the most fabulous party in town.
The verdict: dazzling, cheeky and unapologetically fun – The Ladyboys of Bangkok remain a Fringe night out that guarantees sparkle, laughter and a room full of feel-good energy.
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Rating: 5 out of 5.
The LadyBoys of Bangkok
Wednesday 18 February – Sunday 22 March 2026
The Roundhouse at The Garden of Unearthly Delights
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