An intimate evening of acoustic works showcasing Melbourne's upcoming female songwriters

Synth/Dance-pop artist and award-nominated fringe festival circuit regular Madam Nightingale is delighted to present this intimate show at Melbourne Fringe 2026. Spend an evening listening to acoustic trio & quintet folk-rock arrangements of a selection of Madam Nightingale’s works, interspersed with works by some special guests: upcoming female songwriters that have inspired Madam Nightingale from her local Naarm music community. Hear how each song was written, why each special guest has been a unique inspiration, and be amazed and entertained by the variety and depth of talents from our local female musicians. A night not to be missed for fans of thoughtful sonic arrangements, progressive folk, and those keen to understand the creative process of singer-songwriters. Featuring Madam Nightingale, Jo Maloney/Dragnfly Industri, Viki Mealings/Brittle Sun & many more.

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Madam Nightingale (artist Phaedra Gunn) is an Australian fringe festival regular, notably Newcastle (NSW - runner-up for the Artistic Merit award) & Dubbo (nominated for Best Show). As well as her solo synthpop performances and selected acoustic performances, Madam Nightingale collaborates with various artists, notably producing EDM with Electropop producer/DJ Me From The Future, providing vocals to afrobeat/prog-rock duo So... with Chris Pehrson, & presenting cabaret shows with Queer Theatrical rapper Cloutie Will. Madam Nightingale is looking forward to releasing their debut pop album Synchronised Drowning, planned for US release with a promotional tour in 2027, & appearing as an invitational performer at France’s Avignon Off festival in 2028.