Auckland Fringe is a feistily independent open-access arts festival which runs in Auckland for a summery two weeks kicking off in late February. Open to anyone who wants to be involved, Auckland Fringe is all about inclusivity, celebration of otherness and having a dang good time in this wonderful city of ours. From main-stage theatres to rivers, dancing with cats to Roman recreations (and more!) Fringe is here to showcase the best of Auckland’s incredible arts scene, as well as a bunch of international goodness. And historically 35% of the events are free or koha - so it won’t even break the bank!
In 2017, Auckland Fringe activated 39 spaces and hosted 123 separate events, shaking their tail feathers for 21 days straight. Side B is proud to be a part of the 2018 Auckland Fringe Festival program.
In 2017, Auckland Fringe activated 39 spaces and hosted 123 separate events, shaking their tail feathers for 21 days straight. Side B is proud to be a part of the 2018 Auckland Fringe Festival program.
"The thing about Fringe audiences is they come with an open mind and a warm and caring heart. They are open to experimentation, and they know they aren’t coming to see a company that has been established for 25 years. They understand the kaupapa of what we are doing right now, that we are fresh, and new, and that we are working damn hard. And Fringe has that really awesome industry environment and we really love that about Fringe.
We’re doing this show with absolutely no money, and we wanted to make it achievable for us, as well as accessible to our audiences in terms of ticket price too. The only money we will make is if people come. Basement gave us an opportunity to do this - we wouldn’t be able to put Side B on if we had to put down money for a venue as opposed to the risk share approach that Basement Theatre offers artists."
- Perri Exeter