A plethora of pleasure awaits this September when Sydney’s newest late-night hotspot, The Emerald Room, turns PINK for their inaugural Sydney Fringe season with iconic Sydney stars headlining performances across three thrilling weeks of live entertainment including Pia Andersen & Monica Trapaga (Body Shop Swing), Jonathon Holmes & Natalie Abbott (Mickey’s Jazz Club), Brendan de la Hay & Lou P Scarlett (The Philosopher’s Strip), iOTA, Verushka Darling and Catherine Alcorn (Bangers & Mash), and global Fringe sensation Christine Ibrahim (Wonderfully Terrible Things).
“The Emerald Room draws inspiration from iconic cabaret venues worldwide, like legendary showrooms Cafe de Paris in London and the Rainbow Room in New York.” – Concrete Playground
The Emerald Room is quickly becoming Sydney’s premier cabaret joint. More than a theatre, restaurant, or cocktail bar— The Emerald Room is a dynamic entertainment destination. Boasting a full-service kitchen led by Chefs Nina ‘Teddie’ Huynh and Elijah Attard, the venue offers specially crafted menus designed for each Fringe show.
This venue promises a vibrant mix of cabaret, live music, burlesque, and acrobatic arts, setting a new standard for late-night indulgence. It’s designed to be Sydney’s premier cabaret and late-night restaurant, offering a provocative menu of food and drinks that continues into the early hours. The interior of The Emerald Room channels mid-century glamour with its opulent décor, plush seating, and ornate fixtures, evoking the allure of classic supper clubs. Located in the bustling Darlinghurst area, it promises a sophisticated and enchanting atmosphere for a truly unique nighttime experience.
THE EMERALD SYDNEY FRINGE PROGRAM
5 – 7 September, Mickey’s Jazz Club feat. Jonathon Holmes, Natalie Abbott & Megan Walshe
12 – 14 September, The Philosopher’s Strip starring Brendan de la Hay & Lou P Scarlett
19 – 21 September, Bangers & Mash starring Catherine Alcorn, Verushka Darling & iOTA
26 – 28 September, Wonderfully Terrible Things starring Christine Ibrahim
Every Wednesday, Body Shop Swing feat. King Creole, Kate Wadey, Pia Andersen & Monica Trapaga
MICKEY’S JAZZ CLUB
Step back in time to your childhood, as ‘Mickey’s Jazz Club’ swings your favourite tunes. Join the club for a night of animated melodies like you’ve never heard them before, spun by a sizzling 7-piece jazz outfit.
Fronted by Jonathon Holmes (The Emerald Room; Lola’s Piano Bar), with Natalie Abbott (Muriel’s Wedding; Aftertaste) and Megan Walshe (Universal Studios; Sydney Showboats).
Don your best pair of mouse-ears and jive to the happiest music on earth!
THE PHILOSOPHER’S STRIP
Wands at the ready! It’s time to party like it’s 1997. Robe up, butter your beer, and prepare yourself for the magical rave of a lifetime as we undress The Witches And Wizards Who Lived… in your childhood fantasies!
Part circus, part burlesque, part cabaret – FULL WITCHY DANCE PARTY.
Starring cabaret sensation Brendan de la Hay (Australia’s Got Talent, All Together Now), singing showgirl Lou P Scarlett (The Voice, Mx Burlesque NSW), Polynesian Burley Ballroom Princess Karlee Misi (Mx Burlesque NSW, Burlesque Hall of Fame) and international performance disrupter SAINT EVE.
NOTE: This is absolutely NOT a show about He Who CANNOT Be Named (for legal reasons), a baby with a scar, or that school we all wish we went to. Srsly tho. Where was my letter? Not slay.
BANGERS & MASH
Kings, Queens, and everyone in between, YOU are invited to BANGERS & MASH for a delicious feast of live music, comedy, and cabaret for three nights only.
Hosted by glittering rabble-rouser, Catherine Alcorn, BANGERS & MASH is a good-ole home-cooked variety night full of bangin’ tunes & mad mash-ups featuring iconic Sydney artists, Helpmann-award winner iOTA, drag royalty Verushka Darling, and a sizzling 4-piece band.
Honey, they’re going to SERVE!
WONDERFULLY TERRIBLE THINGS
After a SOLD-OUT season at Adelaide Fringe, one of Time Out’s top shows to see in Sydney is BACK!
Prepare for an unforgettable night of dark comedy, original music, soaring vocals, and daring feature acts. Led by our menacing mistress of ceremonies, Christine Ibrahim the Cirque Songstress, who critics hail as “a force to be reckoned with – a song-writing and multi-disciplinary wonder with a soaring, engaging voice.” – Stage Whispers ★★★★★
For everyone who can handle it, have you done ‘Wonderfully Terrible Things’?
BODY SHOP SWING
Grab your dancing shoes and swing into The Emerald Room every Wednesday night for Sydney’s favourite mid-week mingle – Body Shop Swing!
Welcoming the Sydney Songbird herself, Pia Andersen, alongside Australia’s biggest names in jazz, jump blues, and swing, come and join us every Wednesday for a rockin’ mid-week moment where you can eat, drink, and Swing the night away at the Body Shop.
4 September – King Creole
11 September – Kate Wadey
18 September – Monica Trapaga
25 September – Queenie and The Cavaliers (Pia Andersen)
What: EMERALD X SYDNEY FRINGE
When: 5 – 21 September 2024
Where: The Emerald Room, Level 1/235 Victoria St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
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