Western Australia

Perth International Cabaret Festival announces sudden closure
The closure of Perth International Cabaret Festival means the loss of Western Australia's only dedicated cabaret festival.

Dance review: Don Quixote, His Majesty's Theatre, Perth
This world class production, masterfully staged by West Australian Ballet, is not to be missed.

New arts space launches with 75-25 business model for slow burn success
As traditional arts funding models strain under cost pressures, a new kid on the block looks to chart a new…

Trashing a treasure – re-elected government called on to act quickly to save Murujuga
Campaigners say time is running out to save irreplaceable rock art in the Pilbara.

Theatre review: Thirst, Subiaco Arts Centre
A story of transformation, enchantment and maybe entrapment through the perspective of Indigenous characters.

Vale Georgia Malone – exemplary arts leader, tireless advocate
Dedicated as much to her work with individual artists and arts workers as to the sector as a whole, Georgia…

Theatre review: Shadow of Doubt, The Blue Room Theatre
A two-hander that dives inside one couple’s relationship to explore the complicated nature of abuse.

Performance review: The Little Prince, Ellie Easton Theatre, Claremont Showgrounds
Antoine Saint-Exupéry’s novella in puppetry form.

4 Aboriginal arts and culture centres underway … or not
What is the status of the four major new Aboriginal arts and culture centres underway around the country?

Live & Local returns in Sydney Writers' Festival 2025
Highlights of the 28th edition of the Live & Local program.