From Down Under to the Top of the Podium - the riveting true story of the first and only Australian to win the Tour de France, Live on Stage.
Direct from a critically acclaimed, 5-star sold-out season at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Connor Delves' epic one-man show, CADEL: Lungs On Legs, makes its triumphant Australian PREVIEW for one show only.
Presented by Costa Asset Management & Mapei Australia in association with The Mapei Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race, this production will be part of a very special weekend of cycling events.
CADEL: Lungs On Legs is an atmospheric and high-octane theatrical experience that chronicles the incredible true story of Cadel Evans, the first and only Australian to win the Tour de France. The show places audiences in the saddle, delivering a visceral account of the sacrifices, heartaches, and sheer determination it takes to conquer cycling's most prestigious prize.
This gruelling solo performance sees actor Connor Delves on stage for the entire show, pedalling on an actual 2011 yellow BMC “Cadel Evans” SLR01 that Cadel Evans rode to victory in the 2011 Tour de France. His physical performance, combined with vivid storytelling, brings the epic race to life, including live commentary from the legendary "voice of the Tour de France," Phil Liggett.
The production has garnered immense critical praise, with reviewers hailing it as a "real tour de force" and "the best thing I've seen in 24 years of the Edinburgh Fringe." It was awarded “Best Show of the Fringe” by Theatre Weekly (Best of the Fest 2025), was a 5 star “Pick Of The Fringe” and won an EFFTA Award (Edinburgh Festival Fringe Theatre Award).
Cadel Evans himself has given his full support, stating, "Connor's vision for this show is bold and exciting... I'm deeply honoured that an Australian artist has been inspired to bring my story to life."
"A performance of vivid, compelling energy... takes the genre to a new level. A tour de force of the Tour de France.” — The Scotsman (★★★★)
"Connor Delves is magnificent and brings Cadel Evans to life in gruelling physical performance – this is a real tour de force." — Theatre Weekly (★★★★★)
"Heart pumping, exhilarating... Race to get a ticket – this is the best thing I’ve seen in 24 years of the Edinburgh Fringe. No kidding!" — My Cultural Life (★★★★★)
“A triumphant performance by the talented actor” - The Recs (★★★★★)
"The perfect synergy between man and machine, actor and subject." — My Cultural Life (★★★★★)
"From the start to the end of this show, you’ll be riveted." — Three Weeks Edinburgh (★★★★★)
"Delves’ excellent acting makes you forget he’s an actor at all." — NDS Review (★★★★★)
CADEL: Lungs On Legs is a new play created by Connor Delves. It is directed by Mark Barford and co-written by Connor Delves and Scottish playwright Steve McMahon. The show is supported by sponsors BMC Switzerland, Wahoo Fitness, and Prime Train.
Important information:
- The performance duration is 70 minutes with no interval
- The performance is recommended for ages 10 years+
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