Strange things have been happening at Trades Hall. Odd artistic collaborations have coalesced. Unusual game shows have ensnared performers and audience alike. Wild impulses have pulsated through the walls. Sometimes - just sometimes - folks have been known to indulge in a drink and the occasional dance.

But we've sorted it all out this year and that kind of stuff is extremely unlikely to happen. Granted, the late night bars are still there. There are stages. Certainly, there'll be free performances featuring some of Australia's top comedic and musical talent as part of Midnight Trade, late nightly from Tuesday through to Saturday. And, sure, there are special events and The Pinch's Triple R live broadcast and so on. But we vow to do everything we can to keep a lid on the fun and see that merriment is minimised.

Comedy @ Trades: totally reformed for 2007. We promise.

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