# The Garden marks 25 years with Loca Vida, Denise Scott and Jimeoin **Featured** — On Your Markus **Event:** The Garden Of Unearthly Delights **Tickets:** https://www.gardenofunearthlydelights.com.au/ **Published:** 14 October 2026 **Author:** Markus Hamence **Source:** https://onyourmarkus.au/the-garden/ The Garden of Unearthly Delights marks its 25th season in 2027 with three headline shows: Loca Vida, a new circus-cabaret production by Strut & Fret featuring international performers and choreography; Denise Scott – Tickety Boo, the comedian's return to solo performance after over a decade away; and Jimeoin – Ballyhoo, featuring the Irish-Australian comic's observational humour and physical comedy. The season runs 12 February to 21 March at Rundle Park/Kadlitpina. --- **THE GARDEN OF UNEARTHLY DELIGHTS REVEALS THREE MUST-SEE SHOWS FOR ITS 25TH SEASON** ![Colourful abstract flower illustration with "BE TEMPTED THE GARDEN" text and dates 12 FEB - 21 MAR 2027 on black background.](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/admin/2026/10/20f072f7-0a1f-44b9-b7bb-b5d657bb0d2c.jpg) Australia’s most enduring and beloved performing arts event, The Garden of Unearthly Delights, reveals the first three must-see shows for its landmark 2027 season which celebrates 25 years of tempting audiences. Just four months out The Garden is preparing for another world class program featuring six weeks of the best entertainment during the Adelaide Fringe and is excited to reveal its first three shows including Australia’s hottest new production, Loca Vida, - and Australian comedy legends Denise Scott – Tickety Boo and Jimeoin – Ballyhoo. From the creators of hit spectaculars, Blanc de Blanc and La Ronde, comes Strut & Fret's biggest production yet, Loca Vida. The exceptional international cast invites guests to dive headfirst into the mayhem of a wild, seductive and crazy world. Beneath the velvet drapes of The Spiegeltent, fringe goers will be in for a night of exhilarating circus, big brass, sky-high kicks and show-stopping numbers choreographed by the best in the business. Australian comedy Queen Denise Scott has made a triumphant return to the stage, after more than a decade away from solo performance, and will bring her show, Denise Scott – Tickety Boo, to the magic of The Garden in 2027. ![Woman with short blonde hair wearing an embroidered velvet jacket against a pink background.](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/admin/2026/10/c2db89c2-d7aa-46f7-8005-25bed812ead2.png) With raving five-star reviews and a cult following, Denise is famous for her razor-sharp wit and unflinching honesty where she will blend her trademark observational comedy with reflections on sanity, resilience, and the truly unexpected places where laughter can be found. Also joining the lineup is Australia's favourite Irishman Jimeoin who returns with, Jimeoin – Ballyhoo, a show packed with witty observations, infectious charm and laugh-out-loud stories that have made him one of the world's most beloved comedians. ![Man in light blue shirt and jeans leaping with arms outstretched against a vibrant purple and blue gradient background.](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/admin/2026/10/8f6b2d06-9a8e-49ee-84ee-9ad0c35df743.jpg) With his unique blend of observational humour, physical comedy and effortless spontaneity, Jimeoin turns everyday moments into pure comic gold. Michelle Buxton, Co-Director of The Garden of Unearthly Delights, is looking forward to another season of world-class talent and entertainment. “The countdown to Adelaide Fringe 2027 has truly begun, and we couldn’t be happier to bring these much-loved performers to The Garden. “We’re thrilled to present the brand-new Loca Vida to Adelaide for the very first time – warning, it’s going to get hot! And having Denise Scott return to the stage as part of our 25th season is truly special,” Michelle concluded. ![Two performers in vibrant costumes strike poses against a fiery red-orange gradient backdrop for Loca Vida production artwork.](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/admin/2026/10/2b7e0bc5-03be-4582-9268-083498d15d2f.png) While pre-sale tickets for Denise Scott: Tickety Boo are already available on The Garden’s website, Loca Vida and Jimeoin will go on sale on Wednesday 14 October, offering audiences an enticing first taste of the unforgettable entertainment still to come in The Garden. The Garden of Unearthly Delights will tempt audiences from 12 February until 21 March at Rundle Park/Kadlitpina, with the full program launching on Friday 4 December. **Tickets for these shows are available at: ****[www.gardenofunearthlydelights.com.au](http://www.gardenofunearthlydelights.com.au)** **Loca Vida** Victoria Spiegeltent 12 February – 21 March at 7:30pm, Sunday 6:30pm + Late shows Friday and Saturday 9:45pm Tickets from $60 **Tickets: ****[https://www.gardenofunearthlydelights.com.au/event/loca-vida/](https://www.gardenofunearthlydelights.com.au/event/loca-vida/)** **Denise Scott – Tickety Boo** The Vagabond 2 – 7 March at 6:30 pm, Sunday 5:30pm Tickets from $44 **Tickets: ****[https://www.gardenofunearthlydelights.com.au/event/denise-scott-tickety-boo/](https://www.gardenofunearthlydelights.com.au/event/denise-scott-tickety-boo/)** **Jimeoin - Ballyhoo** Aurora Spiegeltent 18 - 21 March at 6:30pm, Sunday 5:30pm Tickets from $54 **Tickets: ****[https://www.gardenofunearthlydelights.com.au/event/jimeoin-ballyhoo/](https://www.gardenofunearthlydelights.com.au/event/jimeoin-ballyhoo/)**