CADEL: Lungs on Legs

Back by popular demand. Following last year’s sold-out show during the Mapei Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race, CADEL: Lungs on Legs returns for two shows only.

From down under to the top of the podium - experience the riveting story of Cadel Evans, the first and only Australian to win the Tour de France.

Connor Delves delivers a powerhouse solo performance that puts audiences firmly in the cycling saddle. Pedalling for 29 kilometres on the bike Evans rode to victory, Delves combines physical endurance, compelling storytelling and heart-pounding energy in a breathtaking theatrical experience that is a high-octane celebration of ambition, determination and the enduring spirit of Australian sport.

Connor’s physical performance, combined with vivid storytelling, brings the epic race to life, including commentary from the legendary "voice of the Tour de France," Phil Liggett.

Winner - Best Show of the Fringe – Edinburgh Fringe

Winner - Best Of Theatre - Weekly Award Winner - Adelaide Fringe

“At the centre is Delves. Whose performance captures Evans’ awkwardness and resilience without slipping into caricature, puncturing the intensity with dry, often hilarious aspects. Legendary Tour de France commentator Phil Liggett, who saw the show in Edinburgh, summed it up simply: Delves is Evans on stage.”

The Guardian

“For theatre lovers, it offers a new respect for athletic discipline. For sports fans, it offers something rarer. Interior life. “It bridges two worlds that too often sit apart. It celebrates excellence without irony, it sweats for its applause. Sport and art do not need to compete. In Cadel: Lungs on Legs, they come together.”

The Scoop

“Connor Delves is magnificent and brings Cadel Evans to life in a gruelling physical performance.”

Theatre Weekly

“Heart pumping, exhilarating - the easiest 5 stars I’ve ever awarded -this is the best thing I’ve seen in 24 years of the fringe!”

My Cultural Life

Creative Team

Creator, Co-Writer & Starring as Cadel Evans

Connor Delves

Co-Writer

Steve McMahon

Director & Dramaturg

Mark Barford

Lighting Designer

Mitchell Fenton

Production Design

Imagine Black

Composer & Sound Designer

Nate Edmondson

Video Design

Lauren Cochrane

On-stage ASM & Featured Ensemble

Mecca Christy

Assistant Director

Eva Sheehy-Moss

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