Following weeks of anticipation and outstanding performances across South Australia, the festival’s final awards were celebrated in a grand ceremony on Sunday 17 March at the Dom Polski Centre.
Judged by a panel of esteemed arts industry leaders and enthusiasts, the Adelaide Fringe Awards are designed to acknowledge and celebrate the most outstanding events within the program. The Awards were presented to a select group of artists and shows that have not only enchanted audiences, but have also set new benchmarks for artistic excellence.
Distinguished for their significant reputational impact on the winning artists, the Awards include large sums of money, mentoring, and touring opportunities. This year’s Final Award Winners have demonstrated unparalleled creativity, innovation and passion, capturing the hearts of audiences and critics alike.
50% of awards have gone to South Australian artists, with six of the 50 awards presented to First Nations artists. 36% of shows were supported by the Adelaide Fringe Fund. Across all of these awards, the total prize pool awarded to artists amounts to $283,000.
Australia’s biggest arts festival has again been a resounding success in 2024, surpassing last year’s million ticket milestone with more than more than 1,450 shows presented in this year’s program. It’s anticipated that the event has attracted over 55,000 interstate and international visitors, reaffirming its status as a significant contributor to South Australia’s economy.
CEO and Director of Adelaide Fringe, Heather Croall AM said ” Adelaide Fringe is a beacon of artistic freedom and creativity, and this year’s award winners exemplify the spirit and diversity that our festival stands for. Their remarkable talent and dedication have truly elevated the festival experience, offering audiences unforgettable moments of joy, reflection, and inspiration. Congratulations to all our winners. Your success is a testament to the vital role the arts play in our lives, and we’re proud to support and celebrate your achievements.”
“A massive thank you to all of our Partners who make Adelaide Fringe possible, and to all of our Awards Partners who choose to support our artists directly through prizes and recognition,” said Heather.
2024 Adelaide Fringe Award Winners
Edinburgh Fringe Award – B.L.I.P.S.
John Chataway Innovation Award – Foxdog Studios: Robo Bingo
The Frank Ford Award- Stephen Noonan – the Boy & the Ball
Sarah Rohrsheim Adelaide Fringe Fellowship Award – Chloe Castledine – So Fresh! Hits of the 2000s and 80’s Ladies
The Adelaide Critics Award – Blood of the Lamb
Holden Street Theatres Adelaide Fringe Award – Dirty Energy by Deus Ex Femina at Carclew & Trail’s End by Jannali Jones at Goodwood Theatre
Science at the Fringe Award – KABOOM!
Adelaide Festival Centre’s INSPACE Fringe Award – The Tumour Show
Adelaide Fringe Youth Award – The Bacchae
Cultural Diversity Award – Dr Ahmed Gets Hitched- My Big Fat Gay Greek Pakistani Wedding
Mental Health Awareness Award – Sam Kissajukian: Museum of Modernia
House of Oz Purse Prize – Gravity and Other Myths – Ten Thousand Hours, Lewis Major – Repertoire, Yozi – No Babies in the Sauna, Clockfire Theatre – PLENTY OF FISH IN THE SEA & Michelle Pearson – Mixtape Australia
Best Emerging Producer – Kylan Ambrum – Aboriginal Comedy Allstars
Marjorie Fitz-Gerald Encouragement Award for Costuming – Fountain Lakes: A Very Foxy Parody Musical
Take a Chance on Adelaide Award – Virtuoso
One to Watch Award – Ryan Mason – Ryan Mason Disappoints His Parents
The Eran Svigos Award for Best Solo Exhibition in Visual Art – Sam Kissajukian: Paintings of Modernia
The Fringe World Tour Ready Award – Maliphant x Major
The Melbourne Fringe Tour Ready Award – Bisexual Intellectuals
NZ Fringe Festival Wellington Tour Ready Award – Fool’s Paradise
The Sydney Fringe Tour Ready award – Maliphant x Major
The Fiji Tour Ready Award – Oat Milk & Honey
Hollywood Fringe Tour Ready Award – MOTORBOAT
Adelaide Fringe Emerging Artist Award – Kate Dolan: A Different Kind of Unhinged & That’s Amore.
My Plan Manager Access Award – Smiling Through the Human
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Award – Trail’s End
Sustainability Award – The End of Winter
Volunteer of the Year Award – Marta Aujard
Adelaide Fringe Best Cabaret Award – MESSY FRIENDS
Adelaide Fringe Best Circus Award – CIRQUE ALFONSE – ANIMAL
Adelaide Fringe Best Comedy Award – Elf Lyons – Raven & MOTORBOAT
Adelaide Fringe Best Dance Award – Lien
Adelaide Fringe Best Event Award – Celestial Gardens: Secret Sounds of Plants
Adelaide Fringe Best Workshops & Talks Award – The Cook Up with Adam Liaw LIVE
Adelaide Fringe Best Eat & Drink Award – In Pour Taste: A Comedy Wine Tasting Experience
Adelaide Fringe Best Film & Digital Interactive Award – In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats
Adelaide Fringe Best Kids & Family Event – Mario the Maker Magician
Adelaide Fringe Best Magic Award – The Man with the Golden Hands
Adelaide Fringe Best Music Award – World Rock Arena
Adelaide Fringe Best Theatre & Physical Theatre Award – Black Is The Color Of My Voice & Orpheus
Adelaide Fringe Best Visual Art & Design Award – If Fabrics Could Speak…
BankSA Pick of the Fringe – Hans: Disco Spektakulär
