Menagerie of Misfits is a Canberra-based performance collective dedicated to creating bold, inclusive, and unforgettable live entertainment while fostering a vibrant community of artists, performers, and creatives.

Bringing together talent from across burlesque, drag, cabaret, vaudeville, and variety arts, Menagerie of Misfits provides a home for creativity, collaboration, and artistic expression. Through spectacular productions, immersive experiences, workshops, and community events, we celebrate the rich traditions of live performance while embracing fresh ideas and diverse voices.

At its heart, Menagerie of Misfits is a gathering place for dreamers, storytellers, showfolk, and lovers of glamour, spectacle, and self-expression. We believe in the power of performance to inspire confidence, spark connection, and bring people together in celebration of artistry, individuality, and community.

From glittering burlesque revues to captivating drag showcases and grand variety spectaculars, every Menagerie event is crafted to entertain, enchant, and leave audiences wanting more.