Antonio!
Part of New Zealand Fringe
Antonio! is a queer punk pirate musical starring Shakespeare's ultimate love interest.
"A treasure chest of musical comedy." ★★★★ West End Best Friend (UK)
What if Shakespeare wasn’t just reusing a character name, but instead was inspired by one proudly queer pirate stealing hearts and booty on the high seas? Antonio takes the stage with his live band ‘The Fools for Love’ to reclaim his stories in this queer punk pirate musical not to be missed. He’s not bitter: he’s getting even!
Now touring Australasia after a ★★★★ and ★★★★★ sell-out season at Edinburgh Fringe 2023, Antonio!' is “the cult classic that we all deserve" (Broadway Baby).
“This show is such a joy; it’s hilarious, it’s camp” The Edinburgh Reporter
"Vibrant, passionate and extremely fun" Theatre Travels (UK)
Book by Ania Upstill
Music and Lyrics by William Duignan and Andy Manning
Directed by Andrew Paterson
Featuring Henry Ashby, William Duignan, Emma Katene, Jthan Morgan and Ania Upstill
The Edinburgh Fringe smash-hit makes its debut on home soil!
6pm Friday 14 February
7:30pm Saturday 15 February
Relaxed Performance*: 2:30pm Sunday 16 February, with optional touch tour at 1:30pm
7:30pm Sunday 16 February
Tickets $20-$27 (+ booking fee)
Run time: 60 minutes
Recommended for ages 15+
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*The performance at 2:30pm on 16 February will be a relaxed performance. There will be a touch tour for blind and low-vision patrons at 1:30pm (separate ticket types available), and a pre-show demonstration at 2pm. Antonio! is a highly auditory show with storytelling told through speech and music; it will not be audio described.
The relaxed performance will feature:
- Doors open at 1:45pm to allow extra seating time.
- Doors left open throughout the performance.
- House lights left low in the auditorium for ease of movement.
- Stimming toys will be provided (courtesy of DAT Fest), and other comfort items are welcome.
- The front row of seats will be removed to accommodate floor sitting and/or wheelchairs.
- A pre-show demonstration before the show at 2pm.
- Stickers to allow patrons to opt out of audience participation.
Otherwise, the show will be the same as for other performances.
For the full guide to the Relaxed Performance, please click here: RELAXED PERFORMANCE INFORMATION.