If you’re in need of warmth, laughter and some stirring tunes, Ara Jansen heartily recommends hanging out at Queer Piano Bar.
Author Archives: Ara Jansen
What to SEE
Festival exhibitions look skywards and inwards
7 February 2023
The endless possibilities of the stars have created unlimited options for this year’s Perth Festival visual arts program, and Ara Jansen is excited to turn her gaze in celestial directions.
Reviews
Krautrock chaos a blast of laughs
1 February 2023
Berlin punk-pop siblings Otto & Astrid return with their unique brand of musical madness and while the show is played for laughs, these guys can play, writes Ara Jansen
Reviews
Swimming is glorious in Calm’s musical waters
31 January 2023
A seasoned rock ‘n’ roll concert reviewer, Ara Jansen finds delicious respite and soulful nourishment during a one hour musical sound bath called Calm.
Features
Hidden gems in the Great Southern
11 January 2023
WA’s rugged Great Southern region is full of arty surprises for the intrepid road tripper, discovers Ara Jansen.
Features
Don’t be late for a very important date
13 December 2022
A highly interactive exhibition takes kids and adults into the curious worlds of Wonderland and cinematic history, discovers Ara Jansen.
Features
Hit the road for southern sensations
25 November 2022
You don’t have to head too far out of Perth to discover a veritable playground of colour, form and function for art lovers. Ara Jansen explores the South West.
Reviews
Strong Drapht blows audience away
20 November 2022
Perth hip-hop artist Drapht celebrates a musical milestone in superb style with WASO and some talented friends. Ara Jansen joins the enthusiastic crowd.
Features
All that jazz for everyone
25 October 2022
The Perth International Jazz Festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a banquet of tasty and different flavours from Australia and overseas. Whether you’re a jazz aficionado, curious to dip your toes in, or just love good music, there’s something for all, writes Ara Jansen.
Features
A crafty renaissance at the Perth Royal Show
16 September 2022
The Perth Royal Show’s creative arts competition has long been popular with the very young and very old, but with millennials embracing the art of craft, things are looking different. Ara Jansen reports.
