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Review: Djoondal and Perth Moves, Perth Festival

A thrillingly contemporary retelling of an ancient story and a brief but passionate celebration of dance opened this year’s Perth…

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Performance review: Kae Tempest, Perth Festival

Storytelling, song, poetry –Tempest defies categories.

Four young women lie in an intimate heap on stage.
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Theatre review: Seven Sisters, Perth Festival

The latest WAYTCo production is a rich tapestry of story and self-reflection inspired by our connection to the stars.

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Performance review: Bikutsi 3000, Perth Festival

An African dance show that integrates video, but the many moving parts fail to coalesce.

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Theatre review: Happy Meal, Perth Festival

An uplifting and heartfelt production about growing up online.

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How international festivals enrich their local arts ecologies

Four artists and four festival directors discuss the many ways major festivals support and nurture the national arts ecology.

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A summer festival sampler to whet your arts appetite

Performing Arts Editor Richard Watts selects 10 intriguing summer festival productions to include in your 2023 arts calendar.

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Björk to perform exclusive Australian gigs at Perth Festival

The Icelandic singer-songer will perform a series of concerts in Perth in early March 2023.

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Theatre review: The Smallest Stage

A masterful interactive tale of the trials and joys of fatherhood.

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Installation review: Songs to Experience, Perth Festival

A site-specific marriage of sound and image based around musician Ta-ku’s forthcoming album.

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