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This Week in Perth
HIGHLIGHTS: Shatner Down Under | The Addams Family on Stage | Toddlerfest | Artefact by Aphids | Fine Art at Hale | Football for Kids | Samantha Jade's Search for Local Perth Talent!
Oct 8, Perth Concert Hall
 

Television star and pop-culture icon, Shatner, will take Australian audiences on a 100-minute theatrical voyage through his life and career with The Return Down Under Tour. His journey from Shakespeare stage actor to James T. Kirk in Star Trek will be told through stories, songs, jokes and musings.

Jul 28, PICA
 

Artefact commemorates the mysterious phenomenon of brand disappearance; attributed to the immortal consumer icons we have internationally adored and worshiped. At this live screening audience members can participate in an interactive SMS performance via their own mobile phones.

Jul 27 - 29, Regal Theatre


This hilarious musical adaption of the original Addams Family comic strip for The New Yorker magazine is a must see performance for the whole family! The iconically spooky Wednesday Addams character is joined by a cast of over 70 people in this twisted love story, proudly presented by Mercedes College.

Sep 14, Astor Theatre
 

To mark the release of the third studio album 'The Best of My Love', WA's pop icon hits the Perth stage in homage to the disco era. Samantha is searching for an opening act to join her tour. Send in your video audition HERE for your chance to win this unbelievable opportunity!

Now - Jul 29, Mandurah's Eastern Foreshore


Spend the day ice-skating with family under falling snow and enjoy marsh-mallow roasting over a fire pit. A Winter Village will come alive over the weekend with carnival rides, free face painting, pop-up cafes and a wildlife rescue farm.

This Week's Top 10
Fine Art at Hale
Jul 27-29, Hale School

Get your ticket for the Opening Night Cocktail Preview at 6.30pm on Friday. Enjoy drinks and canapés amongst the wonderful work of professional WA artists and emerging talent. A vast array of artwork will be available for sale with all funds raised directly benefitting the Arts education at Hale. The exhibition continues over the weekend 10am-4pm.

Last Night
At The Proms
Jul 27 - 29,
Perth Concert Hall
An evening of celebration, an atmosphere of cheerful conviviality and a feast for the eyes and ears. Master of Musical Ceremonies Guy Noble hosts a last-night ‘Hurrah’ filled with popular classics, patriotic anthems and the Thunderbirds March. Get your best singing voice ready for all the glorious traditional Proms staples, a spectacular of flag-waving favourites.
The White Album Concert
Jul 26,
Riverside Theatre

This is one of the most successful Beatles events ever staged in Australia. According to Rolling Stone this album is one of the 10 greatest of all time and all 30 songs will be performed backed by a 17-piece rock orchestra. The White Album is the sound of John, Paul, George and Ringo throwing everything they've learnt into a musical blender.

Following 12 sold out shows in 2017, Australian audiences can once again hear the original voice of Les McKeown on all the original hits. Experience the hysteria of Roller mania mayhem as the Rollers perform classics like, Shang-a-Lang, Bye Bye Baby and Saturday Night. It's a show that's sure to have you on your feet all night!

Adam & Selina-
The Magicians
Jul 27 - Aug 10,
Creatures Next Door
Adam and Selina are not only magicians, they’re illusionists, entertainers and performers. Over the past 20 years, the award-winning duo has been seen by over 30 million people and has raptured audiences worldwide. Don’t miss the chance to get involved in this intimate and interactive show where the magic happens right before your very eyes.
The feathers are set to fly in Australia’s most prestigious burlesque competition, but who will be crowned Miss Burlesque Australia 2018 at this extravagant Grand Final Event? Expect drama, sensuality, wit and talent! These dazzling performers have got it all- and the bar has never been set higher. It is sure to be a night you'll never forget.
Toddlerfest for Budding Scientists
Now - Jul 29,
Scitech

A stimulating discovery festival for children aged 2 – 6 and their families. New exhibits guaranteed to inspire imaginations include Farm Animals, Bubble Trouble and a Planetarium show designed for toddlers. Amongst all the usual exhibits you can also experience the newly refurbished Discoverland. Children under 4 years get free entry.

Disrupted:
Festival of
 Ideas
Jul 28 - 29,
State Library of WA
Join a line-up of remarkable keynote speakers, anthropologists, writers, journalists and scientists for a weekend of keynote presentations, panel discussions and interactive activities that are sure to ‘disrupt’ the Library’s spaces. With 2018 shining the spotlight on technology and its impact on humanity, get involved in a event that will challenge and inspire your way of thinking.
BREC International Film Festival
Jul 26 - Aug 4, Cube Theatre Bunbury

This year marks 26 years of BREC hosting independent cinema, once again allowing guests to embark on an exciting journey of discovery. Opening tomorrow, this film festival will showcase three sessions each day with films from around the globe, including a mix of award-winning films from world celebrated independent film-makers. Cinema lovers on a budget can save with a BREC Cinema Saver booklet. 

Howl
by PICA
Jul 27 - 28,
PICA

Willoh Weiland, Lara Thoms and Liz Dunn, created Howl to commemorate controversy and energetically probe the reactions art can invoke, and the perspective that history permits. The audience can expect to see a celebration of 15 significant moments in art history from a ritual procession starring a sculpture of Captain Cook to a killer whale named Tilikum.

Football Fun For Kids This Weekend
Let the kids run off some energy at this exciting new non-contact football program for boys and girls aged between 5 and 15 years. Run by the WA Football Commission in partnership with Sikh Youth Australia, this is a perfect way to keep your children happy and healthy whilst learning new skills and teamwork techniques.
Run by the WA Football Commission in partnership with the Chung Wah Association, designed to promote AFL in Perth’s Chinese Community. Bring your kids along to join in the football fun at Chung Wah Kids Auskick program, a fantastic chance for children from ages 4-12 years to let loose, make friends, develop their motor skills and refine their footy talents!
WA Football Fixtures
Claremont v Subiaco
 Claremont Oval, Sat Jul 28, 2.15pm
East Perth v Perth, Leederville Oval
 Sat Jul 28, 2.15pm
East Fremantle v Swan Districts
East Fremantle Oval, Jul 28, 2.15pm
West Perth v Perth Thunder
Joondalup Arena, Jul 28, 2.15pm
Peel Thunderbirds v Perth Angels
 Bendigo Bank Stadium, Jul 29, 2pm
Claremont v Subiaco
 Claremont Oval, Jul 29, 2pm
South Fremantle v West Perth
 Fremantle Oval, Jul 29, 2pm
Swan Districts v East Fremantle
 Steel Blue Oval, Jul 29, 2pm
Coming Up
Gallery Central               Aug 1-18
Claremont Exhib. Centre  Aug 3-5
PICA                           Aug 4-Oct 7
PICA                           Aug 4-Oct 7
UWA
Winthrop Hall                     Aug 25
Blue Room
Theatre                   Aug 29-Sep 1
Claremont 
Showground                 Sep 22-29
Geoff Gibbs
Theatre                          Oct 15-20
Optus
Stadium                              Oct 19
Studio
Underground          Oct 25-Nov 11
Fremantle
Arts Centre                          Nov 3
Perth
Concert Hall            Nov 30-Dec 1
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