Adelaide Fringe 2026 | Skinny

A powerful fusion of cabaret, comedy and raw honesty, Skinny is an award-winning solo show that takes on society’s obsession with body image, diet culture and impossible beauty standards. Multi-talented performer Michelle Pearson delivers soaring vocals, sharp humour and deeply personal storytelling in a production that is as moving as it is entertaining.

Backed by live instrumentation, the show explores the lifelong pressures to be “skinny” — from scales and shapewear to surgeries and self-doubt — while ultimately celebrating acceptance, resilience and self-worth. Expect an emotional journey that balances laugh-out-loud moments with heartfelt reflection, leaving audiences uplifted and empowered.

A weekly award winner and international success, Skinny is a must-see for anyone who has ever felt the weight of expectations and is ready for a night of exceptional cabaret with a powerful message.

Location: Mezzanine at Plant 4 Bowden, Bowden
When: 22 February – 17 March 2026
Duration: 60 minutes
Content rating: M (adult themes, mild coarse language)
Tickets: $37–$43

For tickets, go to: adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/skinny-af2026