Unbound: Street Performance Festival

Just Jesse is an Australian street performer and circus artist known for his high-energy ‘Danger Show’, featured at festivals and markets including Adelaide Fringe. His fast-paced outdoor performances blend physical comedy, daring stunts and crowd interaction. Catch him in action as he brings his thrilling and unpredictable show to the streets of The Rocks.

Melbourne-based sleight-of-hand magician Mika Harris brings high-energy, interactive magic to the streets of The Rocks. Having honed his craft performing across Australia and New Zealand, Mika wows audiences of all ages with incredible skill, wit and comedy. Get up close and prepare to have your mind blown as he turns sleight of hand into unforgettable street entertainment.

Patrick Adderley is a Wellington circus artist, stage performer and five-time Australian figure skating champion. Performing around the world on street corners, under big tops, on ice rinks and at corporate events, Patrick brings high-energy, stunt-filled routines to audiences of all ages. Catch his impressive mix of circus skill and showmanship at The Rocks.

Dancing since age three, Siân Brigid traded ballet stages for burlesque, circus and street theatre. Two decades and thousands of shows later, she’s a touring showgirl performing worldwide. From sword swallowing and hula-hooping to a bed of nails and fire eating, this carnie queen of Halloween brings serious spectacle. Winner of Best Newcomer at Adelaide Fringe 2024, Siân is one not to miss.

The Brucie Show, starring international Australian street performer and vaudeville veteran Conrade Rivalland, is a high-energy comedy busking show packed with whip-cracking, knife and reckless sword juggling, physical comedy and sharp audience improvisation. Expect impressive skills, quick wit and plenty of unpredictable fun.

The Hoop Babes are a pumped-up female circus duo from Wollongong, bringing big energy and plenty of joy wherever they go. Blending circus skills and comedy, their playful performances are packed with personality, laughs and feel-good fun. Catch this dynamic duo bringing their infectious energy to The Rocks.

Brazilian-born and Sydney-based, JAQ (@jaqviolinist) traded her corporate 9-to-5 for a life in music. Now a full-time freelance and street violinist, JAQ brings vibrant live performances to streets and events across Sydney. Catch her at The Rocks and experience her distinctive sound live.

Popular Sydney street performer Marty (@marty_musician) is a fingerstyle and classical-flamenco guitarist known for bringing vibrant acoustic energy to the city’s streets. A familiar face at iconic busking spots including Pitt Street Mall and Town Hall, Marty brings his distinctive guitar sound and impressive musicianship to The Rocks.

Born in Osaka and raised in Hyogo, Japan, Suiki has held a calligraphy brush since she was six and earned her master’s certification at just 21. Her practice has since taken her from Sydney and Melbourne to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Adelaide Fringe. Catch Suiki bringing the living art of Japanese calligraphy.

Sydney singer-songwriter Ūla turns soothing indie-pop into something that lingers. Her honeyed vocals helped make ‘Futon’ a breakout hit during lockdown, building a following of more than 300k fans along the way. Catch Ūla bringing her dreamy sound and distinctive voice to The Rocks.