The festival has garnered a reputation of highlighting outstanding local, national and international artists through an eclectic program of classic and contemporary cabaret performances.
2025 Artistic Director Virginia Gay
You have seen her on national TV and international stages; now she's bringing the local, national, and international talent to your doorstep!
Cabaret Icon Award
Adelaide Cabaret Festival’s Cabaret Icon Award celebrates and acknowledges pioneers and leading figures that have had a significant impact on the Australian Cabaret industry.
Class of Cabaret
Adelaide Festival Centre’s Adelaide Cabaret Festival and centrED invite you to nominate yourself or a talented performing arts student currently in Year 10 or 11 to participate in the Class of Cabaret program.
Nathaniel O’Brien Class of Cabaret Scholarship
About the Nathaniel O’Brien Class of Cabaret Scholarship
The Frank Ford Commission
Starting in 2019, the Frank Ford Commission will provide $20,000 each year for 10 years, toward the commissioning of new work from a South Australian cabaret artist or group.
Staff
Adelaide Cabaret Festival Team
View the 2024 brochure
The artwork for this year's festival features Zenya Carmellotti. View the brochure below.