The Ukiyo

Join us in The Ukiyo Tent, our newest and biggest 180 capacity circus tent, as we present a series of fabulously chaotic, diverse and poignant performances, strictly for grown-ups. The word Ukiyo is Japanese for "The Floating World". The inspiration for much of Japan's greatest art, the Floating World refers to the collective pleasure-seeking quarters of urban Edo (modern day Tokyo) life. It was a time of never before known peace and prosperity where culture flourished and the common people could enjoy theatre, music, dance... and some less virtuous forms of entertainment perhaps. Step inside to be wowed, to blush, to laugh, to sing-along and feel yourself come alive.

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Events at The Ukiyo

  • Apricity

    Presented by  So Soiree Fringe Garden

    Genre: Circus

    A spectacle that transcends the boundaries of circus.

    Dates
    17 - 20 Oct
    Time
    7:00pm, 7:30pm, 6:30pm, 5:30pm (60 min)
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    Apricity
  • Dolly Diamond's Rather Large Variety Hour

    Presented by  So Soiree Fringe Garden

    Genre: Cabaret

    It’s the spice of life & it’s rather large.

    Dates
    19 - 20 Oct
    Time
    9:30pm, 8:30pm (70 min)
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    Dolly Diamond's Rather Large Variety Hour
  • Full Disclosure

    Directed by  Martine Howard & Katie Cawthorne

    Genre: Circus

    Truth lies in the shadow between light and dark, waiting for someone to see it for what it is.

    Dates
    10 - 13 Oct
    Time
    6:30pm, 6:00pm (60 min)
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    Full Disclosure
  • Granny Bingo

    Presented by  So Soiree Fringe Garden

    Genre: Comedy

    A hilarious evening of bingo where bingo is the last thing on anyone’s mind.

    Dates
    11 - 18 Oct
    Time
    6:00pm (60 min)
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    Granny Bingo
  • Jekyll and Hyde

    Presented by  So Soiree Fringe Garden

    Genre: Theatre

    Comedy. Chaos. Participation. Delight.

    Dates
    11 - 13 Oct
    Time
    7:30pm (60 min)
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    Jekyll and Hyde
  • Leather Lungs: Shut Up & Sing!

    Presented by  So Soiree Fringe

    Genre: Cabaret

    Experience the power of a voice spanning over four octaves in this hilarious cabaret romp!

    Dates
    11 - 12 Oct
    Time
    9:00pm (60 min)
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    Leather Lungs: Shut Up & Sing!
  • The Farmy Farm

    Presented by  So Soiree Fringe Garden

    Genre: Kids

    Meet acrobatic larrikins Kenny & Jenny on their farm for a 50 min true blue tribute to the outdoors.

    Dates
    19 - 20 Oct
    Time
    4:30pm, 4:00pm (50 min)
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    The Farmy Farm
  • YUCK Circus - NAUGHTIES

    Presented by  So Soiree Fringe Garden

    Genre: Circus

    Fringe-favourites YUCK are back with a totally hot, totally bitchin' BRAND-NEW SHOW.

    Dates
    17 - 20 Oct
    Time
    8:30pm, 9:00pm, 8:00pm, 7:00pm (50 min)
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    YUCK Circus - NAUGHTIES
  • Wheelchair Accessible

    The Ukiyo is wheelchair accessible.

    Access to the venue includes travelling over lawn. 

    Front entrance is on Greville Street.

  • No Hearing Loop

    The venue has no hearing loop.

  • Accessible Bathroom

    This venue has toilets which are accessible for wheelchair users.

  • Step-free access

    This venue has no stairs or all stairs can be bypassed via a ramp, lift or elevator.

  • No Accessible Parking

    The venue has no accessible parking.

  • Assistance Dogs allowed

    Assistance dogs are allowed into all parts of this venue.

Grattan Gardens - Cnr Grattan & Greville Sts

Prahran VIC 3181

Get directions
  • Tram Route

    72 - Melbourne University/Camberwell

  • Tram Stop Number

    29 - Porter Street/Commercial Road

  • Nearest Train Station

    Prahran

  • Parking

    There are a number of street car parks outside Grattan Gardens along Grattan Street and Greville Street. Prahran Square carpark is 180 metres from Grattan Gardens - located at 30-40 Izett Street, Prahran. Prahran Square carpark has accessible parking bays, with travelators and elevators to both levels.