News: performing arts
Cartoon character inspires musicians to bounce back
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A character from the Asterix cartoon series could be an inspiration to musicians who are faced with setbacks.
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Stage legend directs student blondes
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Fifteen years after Legally Blonde the Musical took Broadway by storm, the University of Adelaide’s Music Theatre class of 2022 will take on the smash hit, under the guidance of a stage legend.
Casting call: Could your dog be the star of Legally Blonde?
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The University of Adelaide’s production of Legally Blonde: The Musical is coming to the Scott Theatre in September and two furry friends are needed to complete the cast. Does your dog have what it takes to be a star?
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Theatre Guild tackles Stoppard masterpiece
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The University of Adelaide Theatre Guild’s production of Tom Stoppard’s part detective story, part romantic comedy, part scientific fantasy, Arcadia opens on Thursday 11 August.
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RCC launches edgy 2020 program for return to Uni of Adelaide
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RCC is back and is set to launch an exciting, fully curated 2020 program when it returns for its second year at the University of Adelaide.
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