THE PARTY — Strut & Fret

Overview

There ain't no party like a Strut & Fret party, as Brisbane is well-aware. With Blanc de Blanc, LIMBO, FUN HOUSE and LIFE — The Show, the production company has become a River City regular — and at the Queensland capital's annual citywide arts festival in particular.

Brisbane Festival 2023 is no different, with Strut & Fret embracing the fact that it knows how to throw a killer shindig right there in its latest event's name. Expect a party at THE PARTY, obviously. Expect a characteristically wild night filled with circus, dance, comedy, music and all-round extravagance at South Bank Piazza as well.

Bringing together international talent and an eye-popping set, THE PARTY isn't about holding back. Lavish, decadent, provocative, OTT: they all fit this show. Doing the choreography: Kevin Maher, who has worked with Madonna, Rihanna, Britney Spears and Justin Bieber. And Spencer Novich, who is charge of the comedy direction, has American Horror Story on his resume.

While surprises are always part of a Strut & Fret stage soirée, it won't astonish anyone that this is a firmly adults-only, 18+ event. Head along from Friday, September 1–Saturday, September 23.

Images: Jacinta Oaten.