The OG Wiggles reunite for an adults-only performance at Falls Festival in Melbourne

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The ‘OG’ Wiggles reunited Thursday night to perform one of their popular adults-only shows at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl.

Playing the stage during the Falls Festival in Melbourne, crowds went wild for the iconic children’s entertainment group which features long-time friends Anthony Field, Murray Cook, Greg Page and Jeff Fatt.

They brought beloved acts back to life on-stage – including Wake Up Jeff – alongside other epochal songs and recently popular remixes. 

The OG Wiggles reunite for an adults-only performance at Falls Festival in Melbourne

The ‘OG’ Wiggles reunited Thursday night to perform one of their popular adults only shows at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl. Pictured L to R: Jeff Fatt, 69, Greg Page, 50, and Murray Cook, 62

Other beloved characters such as Dorothy the Dinosaur and Captain Feathersword the friendly pirate also made an appearance.

Yellow Wiggle Greg Page appeared to focus only on vocals and dance performances during the show. 

He had a blast leading the audience through the famous Can You Point Your Fingers and Do The Twist? song and dance. 

Playing the stage during the Falls Festival in Melbourne, crowds went wild for the iconic children's entertainment group which features long-time friends Anthony Field, 59, (left) Murray Cook, Greg Page and Jeff Fatt

Playing the stage during the Falls Festival in Melbourne, crowds went wild for the iconic children’s entertainment group which features long-time friends Anthony Field, 59, (left) Murray Cook, Greg Page and Jeff Fatt

They brought beloved acts back to life on-stage - including Wake Up Jeff - alongside other epochal songs and recently popular remixes

They brought beloved acts back to life on-stage – including Wake Up Jeff – alongside other epochal songs and recently popular remixes

Other beloved characters such as Dorothy the Dinosaur and Captain Feathersword the friendly pirate also made an appearance

Other beloved characters such as Dorothy the Dinosaur and Captain Feathersword the friendly pirate also made an appearance

The 50-year-old performer left The Wiggles in 2006 due to a series of chronic health concerns, but returned several times throughout the years as a guest or temporary fixture. 

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Meanwhile Jeff Fatt donned his signature Purple Wiggle skivvy and took to stage to perform his usual bit in which he falls asleep at odd times, prompting the catchphrase Wake Up Jeff. 

Elsewhere he was seen manning the keyboards during the musical sets.

Yellow Wiggle Greg Page appeared to focus only on vocals and dance performances during the show

Yellow Wiggle Greg Page appeared to focus only on vocals and dance performances during the show

He had a blast leading the audience through the famous Can You Point Your Fingers and Do The Twist? song and dance

The performer left The Wiggles in 2006 due to a series of chronic health concerns, but returned several times throughout the years as a guest or temporary fixture

He had a blast leading the audience through the famous Can You Point Your Fingers and Do The Twist? song and dance

Meanwhile Jeff Fatt donned his signature Purple Wiggle skivvy and took to stage to perform his usual bit in which he falls asleep at odd times, prompting the catchphrase Wake Up Jeff

Meanwhile Jeff Fatt donned his signature Purple Wiggle skivvy and took to stage to perform his usual bit in which he falls asleep at odd times, prompting the catchphrase Wake Up Jeff

Elsewhere he was seen manning the keyboards during the musical sets

Elsewhere he was seen manning the keyboards during the musical sets

Murray Cook took up the mantle of Red Wiggle once more

The musician appeared to be in his element as he picked up the acoustic and electric guitar as he often did on the show

Fatt retired from the group in 2012 but often returns for reunion shows and continues to have creative input

Fatt, 69, retired from the group in 2012 but often returns for reunion shows and continues to have creative input. 

Murray Cook took up the mantle of Red Wiggle once more.

The 62-year-old musician appeared to be in his element as he picked up the acoustic and electric guitar as he often did on the show. 

Like Fatt, Cook retired officially in 2012 but continued to return for reunions and provide creative input, even stepping up as tour manager in 2013. 

The musician appeared to be in his element as he picked up the acoustic and electric guitar as he often did on the show

Like Fatt, Cook retired officially in 2012 but continued to return for reunions and provide creative input, even stepping up as tour manager in 2013

The musician appeared to be in his element as he picked up the acoustic and electric guitar as he often did on the show

A good time was had by all during the nostalgic set

A good time was had by all during the nostalgic set

Lastly, the leading Blue Wiggle Anthony Field couldn't wipe the smile off his face as he played an electric banjo and guitar

The musician, who is the last remaining original Wiggle in the television show, was rarely seen without an instrument as he danced about the stage

Lastly, the leading Blue Wiggle Anthony Field couldn’t wipe the smile off his face as he played an electric banjo and guitar

Lastly, the leading Blue Wiggle Anthony Field couldn’t wipe the smile off his face as he played an electric banjo and guitar.

The 59-year-old, who is the last remaining original Wiggle in the television show, was rarely seen without an instrument as he danced about the stage. 

To the delight of their adult fans, Dorothy the Dinosaur and Captain Feathersword made their appearances on stage.

The packed field erupted into cheers as the latter burst onto stage to perform his iconic skits.  

To the delight of their adult fans, Dorothy the Dinosaur and Captain Feathersword made their appearances on stage

To the delight of their adult fans, Dorothy the Dinosaur and Captain Feathersword made their appearances on stage

The packed field erupted into cheers as the latter burst onto stage to perform his iconic skits

The packed field erupted into cheers as the latter burst onto stage to perform his iconic skits

Captain Feathersword is pictured here performing some physical stunts during the show

Captain Feathersword is pictured here performing some physical stunts during the show

Swathes of adults showed up to watch The Wiggles they grew up with

The grassy field at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl was packed with screaming fans

Swathes of adults showed up to watch The Wiggles they grew up with

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