Ordinary People. Extraordinary Lives. And also, there’s Monsters.

Tonight, a group of bizarre and eccentric “Everyday people” gather at an Open Mic to tell their stories about living in a world where giant mutant monsters roam the Earth. Through story, song, clown, mime and “high art” these characters explore what it truly means to be a “hero” in today’s world.

Inspired by 1960’s Japanese pop-culture icons like Ultraman and Godzilla; THE YEAR THERE WERE NO MONSTERS marks the second major collaboration between fringe-fav Shane Adamczak and director Sam Longley.

From the creators of the Martin Sims and Just For Laughs Award-Winning Vehicle and ★★★★★ Fringe Hit The Ballad Of Frank Allen and, comes a brand new one-man comedy that explores the triumph of the human spirit against all odds.

“A marvellous show: funny and moving, and with a sneaky bit of hope in it’s offbeat message.” –Tim Richards: Travel Writer

“Wonderfully strange… the characterisation is brilliant… There’s music, clowning, mime and plenty of silliness“ -My Melbourne Arts

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MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL 2026  
Trades Hall – Old Council Chambers  
Oct 7th – 18th – 8:45pm (Wed-Sat) 7:45pm (Sun)  
Tickets/More Info at melbournefringe.com.au