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HIGHLIGHTS: Carousel is Coming | Assassins Hits Perth Next Week | King Street Corner Pocket Festival | Jazz for Juniors | Jo Koy | Burrbgaja Yalirra | Black Swan Presents: The Events, Coming Soon!
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Jun 16-23, Regal Theatre
Voted the best musical of the 20th century by Time Magazine, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s, much-loved Carousel boasts a timeless score, including the musical gems If I Loved You, June Is Bustin’ Out All Over and the iconic You’ll Never Walk Alone.
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Jun 7-16, PICA
Curated by Marrugeku’s visionaries and Artistic Directors, Dalisa Pigram and Rachael Swainby, an unparalleled presence in Australia today dedicated to Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians working together. Join this vibrant retelling and re-awakening of histories, location, languages and an experience of intercultural exchange.
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Jun 16-Jul 1, Heath Ledger Theatre
A revue-style portrayal follows of the many and varied ways that each of the men and women have committed (or attempted to commit) the ultimate crime. It is a highly entertaining diorama of America’s cult of celebrity through the ages and the means that some have used to obtain it.
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Jun 21-Jul 8, Studio Underground
Catherine McClements, plays Claire, a vicar and leader of a community choir that regularly meet in a local town hall. When a young man enters the hall and opens fire, her beloved community – and the ideals that sustain it – is blown apart. Each night will be performed with a different Perth community choir, it is an extraordinary blend of theatre and music.
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A new boutique jazz festival is coming to the heart of the city. King St Corner Pocket will showcase exceptional local artists, emerging and established, in a fun filled festival where you don’t have to walk more than 50m to hear a new sound. Check out performances at His Majesty's Theatre, The Intercontinental Hotel, Kailis and The Sewing Room. Below are a few of our picks for events Downstairs at The Maj! Celebrate the 35th anniversary in style, a milestone for the arts community and Australian Jazz.
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Thur Jul 5th, His Majesty's Theatre
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Alana Macpherson (WAM award nominee 2017) brings her own luscious compositions to life with a top string quartet and the enchanting vocals of Prisicilla Gardiner. Find this performance downstairs at The Maj.
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A rising artist in the Perth Jazz scene, Laura J makes a name for herself through her versatility and commitment to her art form. With a soulful and rich voice reminiscent of her favourite artists, including the likes of Billie Holiday, Laura J’s sophisticated style is sure to entice.
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Drawn to the lyricism of Chet Baker and the eloquence of Roy Hargrove, William Chiew’s compositions aim to narrate stories of adventure: joy and sorrow, struggle and triumph. On his way to becoming an absolute super-star, William Chiew is one to watch.
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Fri Jul 6th, His Majesty's Theatre
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Axolotl bring a repertoire that is eclectic and energetic. With a repertoire covering blues, funk, fusion, calypso and straight ahead swing, this young ensemble are sure to be a fixture in the Perth jazz scene for many years to come. They'll be a hit at Festival.
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Combining an eclectic mix of rock, blues, funk and jazz, Atlas State are emerging as an audience favourite, captivating with the group’s unique approach to performing. Atlas State acts a vessel for the band members to explore new and original sounds.
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Local Perth trumpet player and musician Chris Musitano, fresh from graduating from WAAPA, brings his quintet. Featuring Musitano’s original compositions, new music, and arrangements influenced by artists, Christian Scott, Jacob Collier and Bon Iver.
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Sat Jul 7th, His Majesty's Theatre
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Live instant remixes of classic tunes. Riffz 2000 are Harry Mitchell, Harry Winton and Ben Vanderwal, and will rock your evening as they improvise organically around your very eyes and ears with sample riffs from INXS, Bob Marley or Nirvana.
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WAYJO Associate Composer-in-Residence and saxophonist, Max Wickham draws his inspiration from John Coltrane’s classic quartet, Keith Jarrett’s standards trio and the works of modern jazz artists. Max aims to create music full of passion, emotion and intensity.
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The four-time award winning Perth Cabaret Collective are coming! This 10 piece, jazz/cabaret band will transport you to 1920's jazz scene, specialising in everything from the sexy and sultry to the down right dirty. This one off performance is not to be missed.
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Debuting in 2017, WAYJO’s Jazz for Juniors concerts enraptured young and old audiences alike. WAYJO couldn’t keep up with demand, adding new shows throughout the year and selling out each time. So they're bringing Jazz for Juniors back in 2018, don't miss your chance!
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Mouse-ter of Ceremonies, Mickey Mouse, leads a parade of characters in this new show, including Minnie Mouse, Goofy and an ensemble of Disney Princesses. Sing-a-long to and see exciting moments from your Disney and Pixar favourites. It's a show that will leave the whole family with memories that will last a lifetime.
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Come and party with stars of ABC KIDS Lah-Lah’s Big Live Band as they celebrate their 10th birthday around Australia in 2018. It’s an hour of singing and dancing fun full of Lah-Lah hits and laughs. And don’t forget everyone gets to meet the band, and the instruments, after the show!
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Cleverly adapted from the much-loved book by Roald Dahl. On a good day, George can't stand his Grandma. She complains all the time, she's mean and she smells funny. On this particular day, Grandma is much more annoying than usual and George has had enough. So George creates a special medicine...
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Everybody's favourite Ziegler Girls are heading to Perth for an all new, up close and personal experience. For the dancers, there is the Ultimate Dance Masterclass with acclaimed choreographer Marko Panzic and for the dance mums, there is Q&A session with ultimate Dance Mum Melissa Gisoni.
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Inspired by Harry Potter, fantasy and science fiction, Wizard's Fantastic Feast promises an immersive banquet style feast with enchanted candles and medieval tables as you become a student of the Academy for Wizards and Magical beings. This event has now added a child friendly date on June 30.
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For fans of murder crime drama, the three-hour dinner theatre experience is a must. Audiences can expect a mix of mystery, mayhem and laughter in a classic case of 'whodunnit', led by six professional actors, served with a three-course set menu dinner prepared by Rigby’s chefs.
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The critically acclaimed St Petersburg Ballet Theatre comes to Perth with their world-renowned production of Tchaikovsky’s immortal Swan Lake. With magnificent sets, lavish costumes and a company of 60, the prestigious Russian ballet company presents a truly enchanting production of this classic tale.
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Explore the depth of human impulse with the world premiere of Rafael Bonachela’s ab [intra], meaning 'from within'. Sydney Dance Company’s 2018 season opens with an electrifying journey into the extremes of human nature. Discover what drives our relationships and ignites our ambitions in this visceral new piece.
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Australia’s largest comedy festival is packing up and ready to roll, home-delivering hot and tasty comic treats to audiences near and far! Featuring fantastic funnymakers from Aus and beyond it's stand-up, sketch, satire, silliness and song – all in one side-splitting show!
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Jo Koy, one of today’s premiere stand-up comedians is returning to Australia with his new show Break The Mold. Koy has come a long way from his modest beginnings performing at a Las Vegas coffee house, selling out comedy clubs and theatres across the world with his infectious and explosive energy on stage.
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The Edith Spiegeltent,
ECU Mt Lawley
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State Theatre Centre,
Perth CBD
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His Majesty's Theatre,
Perth CBD
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His Majesty's Theatre,
Perth CBD
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King Street Arts Centre,
Perth CBD
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