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10 Hour Dance Marathon!
28 January 2012
STRUT presents an exuberant and eclectic 10 hour dance marathon event marking a milestone 10 years of the organisation. Continue Reading...
Inspired by the low-fi, experimental forum of STRUT's annual short works season, STRUTathon will be a bold and exciting celebration of independent contemporary dance culture in Western Australia over the last decade.
So join the dance hub and be immersed in the spirit of independent contemporary dance in WA! ...Close
Studio Openings
15 December 2011
Don't miss your chance to see the work of PICA's incredibly talented studio artists! Continue Reading...
Join Perth artists Tom Penney and Abdul Abdullah, Casey Ayres and Nathan Beard at 6pm as they discuss their recent residencies with artist and critical thinker Lauren Brown (VIC). ...Close
Otomo Yoshihide: Double Orchestra
10 December 2011
You are invited to experience an incredible one-time-only sound collaboration! Continue Reading...
On December 10 Otomo Yoshihide will create and then conduct a Double Orchestra made up of local musicians and singers in an extraordinary free public concert in the Urban Orchard at 6pm.
Bring a picnic blanket and enjoy this unique free event! All are welcome.
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Callout for Musicians
23 November 2011
Do you play an acoustic instrument or sing? PICA is looking for 100 people to perform with the legendary Otomo Yoshihide at the Urban Orchard on Saturday 10 December, 6pm. Continue Reading...
We are looking for performers 8 years and older (no upper age limit!) from any background. You must be available from 2-5pm on Saturday 10 December for a rehearsal prior to the show at 6pm. You do not have to be a professional musician, but you will have to provide and play an acoustic instrument or sing. To get involved, email your name, contact details and instrument to admin@pica.org.au. Get involved!
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ICRJ Public Dinner
22 November 2011
The International Conference on Reconstruction Japan (ICRJ) Team, Sam Fox, Keith Pasko, and Sakiko Sugawa held their final dinner last night. Thank you to all who attended, shared food and discussed this extraordinary global project. Continue Reading...
International Conference on Reconstruction Japan
Public Dinner: Japanese Society, Australian Society
Tuesday 22 November, 6pm
PICA Galleries
This is a free event and the PICA Bar will be open. ...Close
Exhibition Opening
11 November 2011
PICA and the Japan Foundation, with Major Partners Allens Arthur Robinson bring you Alternating Currents: Japanese Art After March 2011. Continue Reading...
Alternating Currents is a major exhibition featuring six Japanese artists and collectives. The works, ranging from exuberant to contemplative, reflect the broad interests and practices of Japanese contemporary artists in the wake of the tsunami and nuclear disaster that devastated Japan earlier this year. Performance, film, installation, sound art, and music take over every space inside PICA and spill out into the cultural centre in ways that will surprise, delight and provoke.
Opening: Friday 11 Nov, 6.30pm.
Artist & Curator Talks: Saturday 12 Nov, 2pm.
Exhibition Dates: 12 Nov - 31 Dec.
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They ran til they stopped
7 November 2011
"we run. into the enveloping darkness. we run. against the wind. we run. through the scratches. we run. over the fences. we run. with blistered bleeding toes. we run. with aching chests and gasping breath. we run. blind..." Script excerpt from They ran 'til they stopped Continue Reading...
Life often has a wicked sense of humour...
What: They ran 'til they stopped
Where: PICA Performance Space
Preview: 10 November, 8pm
Season:
11 November, 8pm
12 November, 8pm
15 November, 6.30pm
16 - 19 November, 8pm
Prices:
Preview: $20
Standard: $28
Concession/Art Addicts: $22
Groups of 10: $20
School Groups: $18
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Catalogues On Sale!
18 October 2011
The beautifully designed catalogue for Pilar & Tarryn's Stadium has been launched and as is now available for purchase at Front of House or online.
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