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This Week in Perth
HIGHLIGHTS: WAAPA's Whopping Week | A Week of Comedy | Art Upmarket |  Alison Wonderland Castaway at Rotto | Human Nature Little More Love Tour | Good Food & Wine Show
WAAPA continues to showcase Australia’s leading performers in training, with 7 shows in the coming 10 days. From powerful theatre and musical masterpieces to impressively imaginative dance works, it’s fresh and unique talent across all performing arts. 

Read on for more info on
WAAPA's events.
Aug 25, Winthrop Hall UWA

From 10am – 3pm this Saturday, Art Upmarket will showcase a curated selection of more than 45 talented local artists, connecting them with art enthusiasts. Entry is free and visual art for sale includes sculpture, watercolour, acrylics, resin art, woodwork, photography and more. 

Artwork by Joanne Duffy
Nov 25, Rottnest Island

The highly anticipated and much loved Rottnest favourite is back at Thomson Bay this November. Spend one full day dancing to the cream of Aussie contemporary music including chart-topping, international sensation Alison Wonderland. Presale tickets are now available, get in early to secure your tickets and book your discounted ferry pass.
May 4, RAC Arena

Promising to be one of their largest live shows, the original Australian boy band are back to where it all began, bigger and better than ever. Join the group as they celebrate their 30-year anniversary with a night of classic hits and epic dance moves.
This week for WAAPA
Radioactive Albany
Aug 24, Albany Entertainment Centre
The highly talented young musicians and singers of Great Southern Grammar, Albany Senior High School and WAAPA have joined forces to produce a high-energy celebration of diverse chart toppers from 1950’s to today.
Two Gentlemen
Of Verona

Aug 24-30,
Enright Studio
How far would you go to get what you want? Witness temptation, betrayal, desire and deceit, as Valentine and Proteus experience the power and effect of love in Two Gentlemen of Verona, performed by second Year Acting Students.
Stuff
Happens

Aug 24-30,
Roundhouse Theatre
Article transcripts and press conferences are fused with real dialogue collected in personal interviews during the invasion of Iraq to create a thought provoking, eye-opening performance directed by Gregg T. Daniel.
Sunday in the Park
with George

Aug 25, Aug 27-Sep 1,
Geoff Gibbs Theatre
 A musical masterpiece produced by two of the greatest music theatre artists of the modern era. Both the past and present are merged into a sophisticated exploration of what it takes, and what it costs to be an artist.
Tilt
Aug 29 - Sep 1, Sep 5 - 8
The Blue Room Theatre
An evening of otherworldly theatre; sure to inspire, provoke and entertain. Daring performances and impressive stagecraft underpin the explorative works of WAAPA’s Performance Making students.
Rejoice
Aug 29 - 30,
Music Auditorium
Two of WAAPA’s outstanding showcase choirs have come together to raise the roof. Hear the joyful and emotive sound of young voices singing heavenly praises, with repertoire from the 16th century through to the modern era.
Unleash
Aug 28 - Sep 1,
Dolphin Theatre
Experience the brilliantly creative result of the student body at work. From choreography and dance works to imaginative soundscape composition, these highly original performances will be an immersive encounter for all.
Lots of Laughs
A fantastic assortment of Comedians from across the globe are performing at local venues around Perth this coming week. Strap yourself in for unlimited one-liners, hilariously relatable anecdotes and borderline unlawful satire from this mischievous collection of comics.
Anjelah
Johnson Live

Aug 23, Astor Theatre
After skyrocketing to fame in 2007 following her viral impersonation of a Nail Salon employee; US comedian, actress and YouTube sensation Anjelah Johnson is hitting Perth this month as part of her hilarious tour down under.
South Africa’s most famous and successful comedian, Trevor Noah is returning to Australia for a highly anticipated national tour. This multiple award winning host and comedian is sure to have your sides splitting.
Fiona
O’Loughlin Live

Aug 25, Mandurah Theatre
She’s not just Australia’s queen of comedy, but also queen of the jungle! Witness the very best of Fiona O’Loughlin as she fearlessly presents the best of her unvarnished, witty jokes and anecdotes on life.

 
Becky Lucas brings her sell-out comedy festival show to the comedy lounge in Perth for 1 night only. Naturally entertaining, highly relatable and hilariously dark, this uniquely clever performance is an unashamed nod to her notoriously low self-esteem.

 
Sports satirist phenomenon Titus O’Reily is back with his incredibly funny examination of Australia’s greatest league. Bringing his unique and acerbic wit to the stage, O’Reily keeps AFL lover entertained with his hilarious take on the 2018 season.

 
Pam Ann is searching for her Flight Attendant Star and will select air hostie wannabes from the audience and put them through a series of challenges to see if they have what it takes. A show filled with interactive laughter, there will never be a silent moment.
This Week's Top 10
Good Food & Wine Show
Aug 24-26, Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre

Grab a mate and enjoy a delectable day out discovering new foods, wines and tasting the latest delicious products. Watch celebrity chefs, participate in master classes and shop through hundreds of local and international exhibitors.

Glamourama- The Burlesque Show
Aug 25, Joondalup Resort
Get the crew together and dance the night away with Australia’s most well-known and highly celebrated showgirls from Sugar Blue Burlesque Dancer’s, The Sugar Duches, Kitty Litteur and Amelia Kisses followed by dazzling DJ entertainment.
Destabilising
Walls
Aug 18-31, PS Art Space
This collaborative exhibition intends to metaphorically disrupt the notion of ‘wall’ as a barrier. Artists use their experiences with different forms of wall to interpret the notion using art forms including painting, printmaking, installation and digital imagery.
Cedric Tiberghien
Plays Rachmaniov 3

Aug 23-25, Perth Concert Hall
Critically acclaimed french pianist, Cedric Tiberghien returns to WASO in an stunningly exhilarating concert featuring Rachmaninov’s Third Piano Concerto. Fiendishly virtuosic and beautifully emotional, “Rach 3” is an all-time audience favourite.
Legally Blonde
The Musical

Aug 24-26, Aug 29-Sep 2,
Regal Theatre
Hilarious and heartwarming, the hit musical Legally Blonde, derived from the novel and hit movie, is exploding onto the stage. This high-energy rom-com full of sass and ridiculousness is set to be so much fun, it should be illegal.
North West
Festival 2018

Aug 25-26,
Town of Port Hedland
Held at the iconic and picturesque Civic Centre Gardens, the highly anticipated North West Festival is back for another memorable few days. From cutting-edge hip-hop to much-loved indie pop, this year’s event is sure to be a crowd pleaser.
Encompassing an intimate, acoustic offering allowing space to showcase her voice, Katy Steele’s tour is a treat for the ears. The audience can expect a flawless performance of both classics and her unique new material.
The Ultimate Queen Celebration
Aug 28, Perth Concert Hall
This is an absolute must for Queen fans! Get ready to rock with Marc Martel, the greatest Freddie Mercury voice around; sing along to Bohemian Rhapsody, Radio Gaga and many more. It’s one night only; it’s The Ultimate Queen Celebration.
CinefestOZ
Film Festival

Aug 22-26, Various Venues
Attracting filmmakers, stars and visitors to Australia’s South West, join the celebration of over 10 years of CinefestOZ Film Festival. Visitors can expect a jam-packed program of Australian and international cinema, sidebar events and spectacular galas.
The largest and oldest medieval carnival in Western Australia is back in Balingup this August weekend. A great day out for the family, there's plenty of entertainment available including fire performances, art, and medieval reenactments. 
WA Football Fixtures
Swan Districs v Claremont
Steel Blue Oval, Aug 25, 2:15pm    
Peel Thunder v East Perth

Bendigo Bank Stadium, Aug 25, 2.15pm
East Fremantle v South Fremantle
East Fremantle Oval, Aug 25, 2.15pm
Subiaco v Perth
Leederville Oval, Aug 25, 2.15pm
Coming Up
Earlywork Gallery    Aug 24-Sep 2
Grand Ballroom                   Sep 1
His Majesty's Theatre     Sep 6-22
His Majesty's Theatre       Sep 7-8
RAC Arena                       Sep 27
Dardanup                             Oct 6
The Edith Spiegeltent    Oct 12-18
Elmar's in the Valley     Oct 13&20
Multiple Locations          Oct18-21
Spare Parts Theatre         Nov 2-3
Red Hill Auditorium            Nov 24
RAC Arena                         Dec 7
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