The poster launch featured a stellar line up with Perrier Award winning comedian Arj Barker, cabaret darling Meow Meow and Sydney musician Sui Zhen all making appearances.
“The launch of the Fringe poster signals the beginning of a very exciting time for Adelaide. This year’s poster reflects the vibrancy of our city during the Fringe” said Minister John Hill at the launch.
Two cheeky babushka dolls are the lead characters in the 2008 Fringe poster. One is holding a wad of Fringe tickets and her head is exploding with Fringe excitement, the other is a little character with large pink glasses eager to see the Fringe for the first time.
“We loved the idea of the Fringe being a mind-blowing experience (literally in this case!) Hat’s characters are cheeky, emotive and a little off the wall, all traits that feature strongly in the Fringe,” said Fringe Director, Christie Anthoney.
Hat Morgan, a 24 year old visual communications student at University of South Australia, is the creative mind behind this year’s design.
“I loved the opportunity to submit a poster design for the Fringe, an event that I have been going to for as long as I can remember!” she said.
Hat is finishing her degree in about five weeks and is looking forward to some much needed time out on her prize winning trip to Hong Kong.
It’s not too late to get involved in Fringe 2008! Artist registrations close on Oct 19.