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Soprano Hattie Marshall sings the role of Sister Helen Prejean in Dead Man Walking, for Freeze Frame Opera at Fremantle Prison.

Opera livePremiumLife-and-death drama evokes poignant past

Freeze Frame Opera founder, soprano Hattie Marshall, has a personal connection with her latest production, Dead Man Walking.

David Cusworth

Russell Thorpehas been with Co3 since its inception.

LifestylePremiumPivot from cricket pitch and footy field to dance floor

Ten years ago, a new contemporary dance company was born in Perth - and with it came a remarkable shift in one man’s life.

Caitlin Vinci

Jude Law as Jake, Jason Bateman as Vince in Black Rabbit.

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Two of Hollywood’s biggest stars front Netflix series

This week Screen Queen Clare is inhaling a Jude Law/Jason Bateman Netflix series, going deep on Erin Patterson, getting her form guide out for the Emmys, and testing her gen X knowledge with Anne Edmonds.

Clare Rigden

Miranda Tapsell stars in Top End Bub, streaming on Prime Video.

TVGet ready to fall in love with Miranda Tapsell’s new show

How a conversation with her Top End Wedding collaborator led Miranda Tapsell to question her own life choices — and create a new show that celebrates the beauty of found families.

Clare Rigden

Bassist Peter Hook helped found Joy Division before later forming and leaving New Order. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

MusicPremiumPeter Hook 'sad' there's no Joy Division archive

Bass player Peter Hook has admitted he feels "sad" there is no secret archive of lost Joy Division songs.

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The only surviving model shark used in Jaws, nicknamed Bruce, is on display at the museum. (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentSpielberg celebrates 50th anniversary Jaws exhibition

The 50th anniversary of the movie blockbuster Jaws is being celebrated at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles

Andrew Dalton

Taylor Swift can be deposed but has little to offer in the Justin Baldoni case, her lawyer says. (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentPremiumTaylor Swift caught up in case against Justin Baldoni

A lawyer for Taylor Swift says the singer can answer questions in October — if she must — in the litigation between actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni.

Larry Neumeister

Alexia Sinclair's work is part of an inaugural photography showcase at Australia's biggest art fair. (Jane Dempster/AAP PHOTOS)

EntertainmentThe wonder of exotica at Australia's biggest art show

Artist Alexia Sinclair has released her fantastical series The Age of Wonder, as part of the inaugural photography showcase at Australia's biggest art fair.

Liz Hobday

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Eurovision, to be hosted by Austria in 2026, faces disunity over Israel's participation. (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentDutch may join Eurovision boycott if Israel takes part

The Netherlands may also boycott the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 if Israel is allowed to compete, the public broadcaster that manages Dutch participation says.

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Eight year old friends Alexandra Gower with Chloe Perry and Olivia Jakova pose for a photo ahead of a cinema screening of Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters.

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K-Pop Demon Hunters reviving the lost art of the music video

K-Pop Demon Hunters fans don’t just listen, they inhabit. They learn the moves, wear the clothes, and share the memes because it’s all part of an experience.

Lanna Hill

Revealed: Death Cap Murders is streaming on Stan.

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Everything worth watching on TV this week

Revealed: Death Cap Murders, Talkin’ ’Bout Your Gen, Morning Wars, Black Rabbit and Great British Railway Journeys: here’s what we’re watching and enjoying this week on TV.

Clare Rigden

Gina Williams as Bindi Bindi (Butterfly) in Aliwah Bardinar!

Arts festivalPremiumFun, witty and playful Noongar family musical

Directed by Breaksea’s Matt Reuben James Ward, Aliwah Bardinar! is a new children’s production by the celebrated composers of Koolbardi wer Wardong and Wundig wer Wilura, Gina Williams and Guy Ghouse.

Tanya MacNaughton

Romeo & Juliet.

Your Week PremiumThe best events happening this week in Perth

Shakespeare, dance, art, music and a boat show — all happening this week in Perth.

Belle Taylor

Ryan Corr in Kangaroo.

From the heartPremiumRyan Corr’s redemption road trip in Kangaroo

Ryan Corr swaps Bondi for the bush in Kangaroo, a family film with sweeping outback landscapes, a ripped red roo and a heartfelt message.

Ben O’Shea

Protesters have rallied against a Russian opera singer performing at London's Royal Opera House. (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentPremiumOpera appearance by Russian draws pro-Ukraine protest

Protesters waving Ukrainian flags have gathered on the opening night of Puccini's Tosca in London to protest a performance by Russian soprano Anna Netrebko.

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Liam Hemsworth and Gabriella Brooks have announced their engagement.

💍💍💍CommentsLiam Hemsworth engaged to Aussie model

Hemsworth’s long-term girlfriend showed off a sparkling diamond on her ring finger in a loved-up pic with her new fiance.

Natalie Richards

UK rapper Andres Barrientos, known as Yung Filly, has been granted permission to fly back to the UK ahead of his rape trial in July next year.

CourtPremiumMajor call for rape accused YouTube rapper

British YouTube rapper Yung Filly was hoping to travel back to the UK for Christmas while he is on bail in Australia over rape charges.

Emma Kirk

Abbie Chatfield says she fears for her life after comments she mad about Charlie Kirk.

CelebrityVideoChatfield ‘death threats’ after Charlie Kirk ‘hate’ post

A controversial podcaster has suffered a torrent of backlash for comments about conservative campaigner Charlie Kirk, saying she ‘hated’ him hours after he was assassinated.

Matt Shrivell

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Genevieve Lacey and Simon Martyn-Ellis play on tour with Australian Chamber Orchestra's A Musical Awakening.

Classical livePremiumMusical Awakening summons echoes of ages

Recorders and recorded sound augment Australian Chamber Orchestra strings at UWA Winthrop Hall, with virtuoso Genevieve Lacey.

David Cusworth

Joe Rogan was stunned into silence mid-podcast as the breaking news hit that right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk had been assassinated.

EntertainmentCommentsWATCH: Joe Rogan reacts live on-air to Charlie Kirk’s murder

Joe Rogan was stunned into silence mid-podcast as the breaking news hit that right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk had been assassinated.

Amy Lee

Margot Robbie at the A Big Bold Beautiful Journey UK Premiere at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on September 11 in London.

CelebrityCommentsMargot Robbie nearly-nude on red carpet for film premiere

The Aussie actress opted for a bold and beautiful look for the UK premiere of her new movie.

Kellie Balaam

Director Guillermo del Toro is selling off part of his collection of horror and fantasy movie items. (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentDirector del Toro's monster decluttering sale

After facing LA's fires and earthquakes, director Guillermo del Toro wants his gothic movie paraphernalia to go to good homes.

Caroline Stauffer