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  • A tall man in a pink jacket and a shorter woman in vibrant red sing into microphones. Behind them are several musicians playing violins. This is Joel Jackson and Katy Steele at Perth Symphony Orchestra's String Sessions. Sweet symphony of songs and stories
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    Sweet symphony of songs and stories

    2 April 2023

    An actor, a singer and a symphony orchestra walk into a bar. What happens next is a tale full of unexpected delights, writes Julie Hosking.

    Reading time • 7 minutesMusic
  • Jackson sings a different tune
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    Jackson sings a different tune

    27 March 2023

    Joel Jackson made his name in front of the camera and treading the boards, but nothing feels more personal than playing music. Julie Hosking catches up with the award-winning actor on the eve of a symphonic performance.

    Reading time • 10 minutesMusic
  • Darkest hours strengthen Gay’s voice
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    Darkest hours strengthen Gay’s voice

    19 February 2023

    Virginia Gay found herself in forced isolation as she reworked a classic. The actor and writer tells Julie Hosking how ‘the apocalypse’ helped shape her Cyrano and reinforced the need for human connection.

    Reading time • 10 minutesTheatre
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