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The Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) is pleased to announce the spectacular production of the Tony Award-nominated musical Once on this Island at the Geoff Gibbs Theatre from 16 - 23 March 2013.

Australian comedian and award-winning actor Kim Gyngell (The Comedy Company, Underbelly, Lowdown) will make his Western Australian stage debut for Perth Theatre Company in the WA premiere of British play, A Number by Caryl Churchill in the Studio Underground from 11 to 27 April 2013.

Helpmann nominated performer Trevor Ashley, known most recently for his performance as Edna Turnblad in Hairspray, channels the superb talents of cabaret's most idiosyncratic superstar, Liza Minnelli, in the charismatic hit drag show Liza (On an E) in the De Parel Spiegeltent from 10 to 16 February,

Who was the Duchess of Coolgardie? All will be revealed in this colourful new exhibition which throws a spotlight on hazards and hardships faced by entertainers in the West Australian Goldrush.

The Importance of Being Earnest has delighted millions since its first London performance in 1895.

Bell Shakespeare kicks off 2013 with an exciting new production of Henry 4, directed by and starring Co-Artistic Director John Bell making his debut as Falstaff.

Helpmann nominated performer Trevor Ashley, known most recently for his performance as Edna Turnblad in Hairspray, channels the superb talents of cabaret's most idiosyncratic superstar, Liza Minnelli, in the charismatic hit drag show Liza (On an E) in the De Parel Spiegeltent from 10 to 16 February,

BLACK SWAN State Theatre Company presents The Motherf**ker with the Hat by Stephen Adly Guirgis, tonight, 17 January - 3 February 2013.

Morning Melodies at His Majesty's Theatre are concerts for the Young at Heart, commencing 13 March 2013.

Direct from a smash hit season in Edinburgh and at Adelaide's Fringe, Ali's new show Alchemy draws on all of her influences from Opera, Burlesque and trashy 80's pop divas for inspiration.

BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of Perth in the year 2012.

Adelaide Cabaret Festival Artistic Director Kate Ceberano, in association with Country Arts SA, is taking the Adelaide Cabaret Festival on the road.

Black Swan State Theatre Company presents The Motherf**ker with the Hat by Stephen Adly Guirgis, 17 January - 3 February 2013.

It was announced today that the world-wide smash hit production of JERSEY BOYS - The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons will open at the Crown Theatre Perth beginning April 19, 2013.

It was announced today that the world-wide smash hit production of JERSEY BOYS - The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons will open at the Crown Theatre Perth beginning April 19, 2013.

According to The West Australian, Bert Newton joins the cast of Annie in Perth today, July 24, replacing Alan Jones as President Roosevelt.

The 10th Sydney Intentional Piano Competition of Australia (SIPCA) commences next week and music enthusiasts can follow the action as all stages of the competition will be broadcast live on ABC Classic FM from Wednesday 4 to Saturday 21 July.

Perth Theatre Trust, State Theatre Centre and Bell Shakespeare have announced a production of The School for Wives by Molière directed by Lee Lewis in a translation by Justin Fleming for five performances July 11-14, 2012 in the State Theatre Centre, 174-176 William St Perth.