OzAsia Festival’s diverse program has a range of genres, including theatre, dance, music, comedy, and more. Check out these highlights from the 2024 program!

A Passage to Bollywood

Friday, 1 – Saturday, 2 November, 7:30pm

Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre

Experience the romance, action, and melodrama of a big Bollywood film live on stage! This internationally acclaimed Bollywood extravaganza will have you on the edge of your seat, featuring breathtaking dance routines by renowned Bollywood film choreographer, Ashley Lobo.

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Qais Essar

Tuesday, 5 November, 7:00pm

Space Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre

Award-winning Afghan composer, instrumentalist, and producer Qais Essar blends the rich folk and classical music traditions of ancient India and Afghanistan with the music of today, crafting a fusion of diverse musical influences and styles, performed on the Afghan rabab.

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Por Por’s Big Fat Surprise Wedding

Wednesday, 6 – Sunday, 10 November, various times available

Banquet Room, Adelaide Festival Centre

After a sold-out Singapore season, it’s Adelaide’s turn to revel in Por Por’s Big Fat Surprise Wedding. Laughter and suspense await at the wedding of the Chan family’s 70-year-old matriarch, whose groom is a mystery to everyone including her family!

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Scored in Silence

Thursday, 24 – Saturday, 26 October, various times available

Space Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre

A poignant portrayal of history and resilience, Deaf Japanese artist Chisato Minamimura unveils the hidden perspectives of Deaf survivors of the 1945 atomic bombings in Japan. An evocative journey into a seldom-heard chapter of human endurance and survival.

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The Story of Chi

Thursday, 31 October – Saturday, 2 November, various times available

Space Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre

Chi’s world is torn between tradition and modern life as her family struggles to find balance in an unexpectedly turbulent time. Brought to life through puppetry, this is a captivating coming-of-age tale that explores the bonds uniting us across generations.

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Chloe Kim

Wednesday, 30 October, 7:00pm

Nexus Arts Venue

Drummer Chloe Kim offers an expressive and masterful performance of solo drumkit. Spanning jazz, experimentation, minimalism, and maximalism, this is an unparalleled opportunity to witness the propulsive power and astonishing beauty conjured by one of Australia's top improvising musicians.

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Find discounted tickets to selected shows on the Seniors Card Special Offers page.

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