Review: Fantasy World Adventures Mega Park! The Musical, Fringe 2026

From a plucky new company comprised of recent uni graduates, comes Fantasy World Adventures Mega Park! The Musical. Laughs abounded throughout the 70 minutes, accompanied by some accomplished singing, effective propping, and a clear passion and joy for the work.

Setting the scene

A large sign lit and made fully of neon tubes announced the show and the setting, as the primary focus onstage while the audience entered, supported by some directional signage pointing toward various rides and a “must be this tall to ride” measurer.

The audience was more full than not, and many supportive faces were peppered throughout, often snapping photos and cheering on the cast.

A true rollercoaster

The show itself centers around Teddy Mega, played by Owen Wardle, who must wrestle between following his professional passion, or fulfilling family obligations by taking on the role predetermined for him.

On the one hand, the familial pressure mounts from his mother(Charlotte Farthing) and the memory of his father(Rhys Rogers), thrusting him into a leadership role he neither wants nor feels particularly prepared to do.

On the other, he has fervent support from long time work friend and possible romantic interest, Pippa, portrayed by the highly vocally skilled Maeve Gallagher, as well as self-proclaimed mother figure Barb, with a standout comedic performance by Gee Case Watson in the role.

Many further hijinks ensue, involving interestingly shaped attraction plans, mascot meet and greets, hidden identities, and a particularly tenacious STI making its way through much of the staff. Ultimately, the show resolves in such a way as to find new possibilities for many of its characters, and a rousing reprise of the title song.

Also to note, David Bygraves brought absolute commitment and physical comedy aplomb to the role of Jason, while Elena Lacy showed great facility with dance throughout the show and had some memorable line deliveries particularly as Karen and Designer.

The company as a whole worked cohesively together to bring many more characters than their number to the stage, as well as handling their sets and prop pieces smoothly.

Overall

This is a show that exemplifies what Fringe is for; a group of artists coming together to cut their teeth on new work with the time, resources, and attendees to be able to do so. With this production in the books, FWAMP! Theatre Company takes further steps toward establishing themselves and honing even more precisely in on the work they want to create.