Holy Fool at Explosives Factory tickets
About Holy Fool
In 2026, chaos reigns! Battles boom, pockets deepen, and Mother Nature feels forgotten.
What if we already KNOW the secret to attaining world harmony but somehow have forgotten?
Inspired by the story of Saint Francis of Assisi, Holy Fool leaps between the divine and the ridiculous, exploring how foolishness can conjure the greatest of all miracles...
Blending physical comedy, spiritual longing, and joyful absurdity, this show follows one naïve seeker determined to live with purpose, love boldly, and question everything — even holiness itself.
A playful pilgrimage through fear, belonging, and the urge to matter in a fractured world. A sacred slapstick journey toward meaning, compassion, and the courage to be unapologetically human.
This project was creatively supported by Emma Gough, David Bridel, Giovanni Fusetti (devising consultant), Zack Fine, James Vinson, Melbourne Actors Guild, La Mama Theatre (Exploration season in 2024), Jaime Dorner, Elizabeth Davie, Paul Bourke, Zya Kane, Anna Thomson and Tim Sneddon.
Run time
1hr 30min.
Categories
Start date
9th September, 2026
End date
19th September, 2026
Venue
Explosives Factory | Theatre Works
Accessibility
Explosives Factory is accessed via a flight of stairs and is not wheelchair accessible.
Directions
GETTING TO THE VENUE
BY TRAM: Tram: 3/3a and 67
BY BUS: Buses: 600, 246, 922 and 923
More information about Holy Fool
"A brilliantly crafted performance wrapped with comic wit...the laughter rolled continuously" - The Weekend Notes (Spot)
"The audience was in hysterics" - The Weekend Notes (Spot)
"Fabio is a master of comic timing" - Melbourne Observer (Spot)
CREATED AND PERFORMED BY: Fabio Motta
SOUND DESIGNER: Jack Burmeister
Frequently asked questions
What is the running time of Holy Fool?
Holy Fool runs for 1hr 30min.
Which theatre is Holy Fool at?
Holy Fool is at St Kilda's Explosives Factory | Theatre Works, which is located at 67 Inkerman Street, St Kilda, 3182.
How much are tickets for Holy Fool?
Holy Fool tickets start at $25.
How do you get tickets for Holy Fool?
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How long is Holy Fool on for?
Tickets for Holy Fool are available through 19 September 2026 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
Is Holy Fool accessible?
Explosives Factory is accessed via a flight of stairs and is not wheelchair accessible.