The River Ghost

Summer theatre at Everglades House & Gardens: The River Ghost - a gripping exploration of self-discovery and loss.

“You’d do anything for me, except let me go.”

Two sisters, two souls, one river. Sydney Fringe Festival 2026 performance, ‘The River Ghost’, brought to you by ‘Wren Wants a Top Hat’, comes to Everglades House & Gardens for two exclusive performances only this summer.

The River Ghost is an emotional and introspective examination into agency and stagnation, the cost of action against the cost of inaction, and how our harshest critic is often ourselves.

Anna Rushmer’s work is a modern reimagining of watery folk tales including The Little Mermaid and Undine, Rushmer’s work delves into a psychological world of ethereal dance, music and shadow projections.

”The River Ghost sincerely explores the nature of grief from a wholly unique angle” – City Hub

Bring a picnic or pre-order* a grazing box, featuring a selection of cheese with crackers, dips, seasonal fruit and vege and sweet treats, for collection on the day.

*Pre-orders close 6 January.

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