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Author Archives: Rosalind Appleby
Features
An orchestra of her own
15 October 2021
Olivia Bettina Davies is the first woman composer in residence with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra. Her new work ‘In Waves’ will be premiered on 5 March and she chats with Rosalind Appleby about the unexpected pleasure in “making stuff up”.
Reviews
Ancient tale carries language revival
4 October 2021
A creation story and a powerful First Nations cast provide the perfect vehicle to bring the Noongar tongue to a new audience, as Rosalind Appleby and junior reviewers Emma and Liliane Wadley discover.
Kids
Aussie twist on classic fairytale
29 September 2021
Roald Dahl’s Little Red Riding Hood has been transplanted to an Australian bush setting for Awesome Festival, leaving Rosalind Appleby and junior reviewer Saskia Haluszkiewicz captivated.
Reviews
Fun musical plants hope for the future
24 September 2021
After 40 years in the industry, Fremantle’s family theatre company Spare Parts Puppet Theatre have created their first ever musical. Rosalind Appleby and Seesaw’s junior reviewers say it was worth the wait!
Q&A
What to SEE: The West Australian Piano
17 September 2021
Adam Pinto shines the light on local piano music with a recital on a unique Australian piano.
Kids
Spring gig guide for kids
16 September 2021
Spring in Perth offers the very best range of arts events for children. Check out our gig guide for your next fabulous family experience.
Reviews
Orchestral magnificence
13 September 2021
Asher Fisch and the West Australian Symphony Orchestra demonstrate the delicacy and power of symphonic music, says Rosalind Appleby.
Podcasts
From the conductor’s chair
10 September 2021
WASO’s Principal Conductor Asher Fisch chats with Rosalind Appleby about his personal insights into the 2022 program, his tips on surviving quarantine and why it is important for the orchestra to have a composer-in-residence.
Features
WASO’s bold new plans
10 September 2021
The West Australian Symphony Orchestra have announced their 2022 program, including the return of international guest artists. Rosalind Appleby picks out the highlights.
