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A dark bird-like creature with dazzling hues rippling through its wings leaps into the air. Behind it, water glistens in star light, though the dark clouds cast a dangerous and moody pallor. This is a scene from WA Ballet's Swan Lake. Noongar thread gives classic an exhilarating spin
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Noongar thread gives classic an exhilarating spin

21 November 2022

Transplanting Swan Lake from Europe to Fremantle, West Australian Ballet weaves Noongar storytelling through the beloved classic in a bold and beautiful move, writes Nina Levy. 

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A red muse dances around her former lover, as seven other dancers fall in line. Sleepless beauty to haunt your dreams
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Sleepless beauty to haunt your dreams

12 September 2022

Natalie Weir’s new contemporary ballet captivates with every waking moment, moving magically through the restless hours, writes Nina Levy.

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WA dance moves raise concerns
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WA dance moves raise concerns

2 August 2022

At a glance the WA dance sector appears to be flourishing, with two flagship companies, a centre for choreography and an internationally-renowned training facility. But are things as rosy as they seem? Victoria Laurie investigates.

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Kiki Saito and Matthew Lehmann in Nils Christe's Before Nightfall. Photo by Bradbury Photography copy Two West Australian ballet dancers on stage - a woman is perched on one pointe, her other leg extended upwards in a split. She arches back, supported by a male dancer. WA Ballet hits high notes at 70
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WA Ballet hits high notes at 70

25 June 2022

Traversing a range of human emotion, West Australian Ballet’s latest triple bill is an evening of beautifully performed contemporary dance, reports Kim Balfour.

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Photo by Jarrad Seng www.jarradseng.com Kids' Gig Guide. A man in yellow sunglasses and a white shirt smiles as he holds up a small dog made from folded cardboard. What to SEE: Winter holidays kids’ gig guide 

What to SEE: Winter holidays kids’ gig guide 

22 June 2022

There’s no excuse for boredom in the July school holidays with a wealth of entertainment and activities around town for the young ones in your life. Check out the winter edition of our kids’ gig guide.

Reading time • 7 minutesMulti-arts
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Carla Adams, Yearning and Longing, 2022, polyester cord, acrylic eyes, lava stone and glass beads. 32 x 27cm each. Two faces, made of pink coiled cord What to SEE: May gig guide
What to SEE

What to SEE: May gig guide

7 April 2022

Wondering what to SEE this May? Check out Seesaw Mag’s new gig guide for the hottest tips across theatre, music, dance, visual arts and more!

Reading time • 10 minutesMulti-arts
Claire Voss in Matthew Lehmann's Just Radiate. Photo by Bradbury Photography.jpg A dancer dressed in a deep purple crop top and matching track pants with a hot pink stripe, and hot pink elbow length gloves kicks one leg energetically to the side, high in the air. She looks focused and powerful. Short, sharp and shiny
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Short, sharp and shiny

31 March 2022

Pleasingly diverse, there’s something for everyone in WA Ballet’s latest season of dancer-choreographed works, says Kim Balfour.

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A group of dancers cluster behind one who lies on the floor. Platinum standard under the stars
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Platinum standard under the stars

12 February 2022

West Australian Ballet launches a landmark year with a Perth Festival favourite, and Kim Balfour is swept up in the display of raw emotion.

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Netball Scoop West Coast Fever How to watch ballet
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How to watch ballet

15 December 2021

Are you a newbie to the wonderful world of classical ballet? Rita Clarke tells you everything you need to know.

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