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Exploring the Cultural Tapestry at His Majesty's Theatre: A Journey Through Time and Performance

His Majesty's Theatre is set to be the stage for a series of riveting events that promise to captivate audiences with their rich historical narratives, thrilling mysteries, and artistic excellence. From the Grand Historical Tour led by Ivan King OAM to the enchanting operetta 'The Pirates of Penzance', and even a taste of Agatha Christie's classic mystery, these events offer a profound dive into the world of performing arts and storytelling. With an array of performances spanning diverse genres, audiences are invited to experience the theatre's legacy and the artistry of its performers.

Feb 28, 2025
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1. Grand Historical Tour
Ivan King OAM, His Majesty’s Theatre’s Theatre Historian, takes you on a gossipy and anecdotal wander through ten decades of colourful show-business history, viewing front-of-house, auditorium, and balconies.
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Feb 24 - Mar 7, 2025
His Majesty's Theatre

Perth, WA · His Majesty's Theatre

2. His Majesty's Theatre Behind the Scenes Tour
You will also be able to view memorabilia from the Museum of Performing Arts collection. The tour commences in the ground floor foyer.
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Feb 24 - Mar 7, 2025
His Majesty's Theatre

Perth, WA · His Majesty's Theatre

3. Performing Arts Perspectives
The event showcases a selection of the highest standard of student performance and provides benchmarks of excellence in Dance, Drama and Music for students and teachers from the Public, Independent and Catholic education sector/systems. The assortment of performers for inclusion in the programme are carefully made to reflect both the most skilful performances and the breadth of work covered in each subject discipline. The highest scoring students are invited to audition and from these, exceptional performers are chosen by a panel made up of representatives from the relevant professional arts areas and education sectors.
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Mar 10, 2025
His Majesty's Theatre

Perth, WA · His Majesty's Theatre

4. Murder at the Movies
Meet crime writer Jonathon Mapletree and a cast of suspicious characters as you solve the mystery and discover whodunnit! It is 1937, and the crowds have gathered for this year’s National Academy Awards. Marjorie-Gae Millington, owner of Centurion Films, is here with the hotly tipped 'Love of a Stranger’, directed by rising star Barton Hayes. Max Reedmand of rival company Dream Film Studios will attend to watch the film, which appears to have a storyline strikingly similar to a script stolen from him earlier this year.
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21 - 22 Mar, 2025
His Majesty's Theatre

Perth, WA · His Majesty's Theatre

5. The Pirates of Penzance
Hurrah for The Pirate King! Gilbert and Sullivan’s uproariously silly operetta The Pirates of Penzance storms the stage of His Majesty’s Theatre for a timeless romp across the high seas and to the Motherland. Bursting with much-loved music, the score will leave you grinning through the classics including ‘I am the Very Model of a Modern Major General’, ‘Poor Wandering One’ and ‘I am the Pirate King’.
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Mar 28 - Apr 5, 2025
His Majesty's Theatre

Perth, WA · His Majesty's Theatre

6. Murder at the Manor
Meet crime writer Jonathon Mapletree and a cast of suspicious characters as you solve this quintessentially British mystery. It is 1929, and this English Cotswold beauty spot is celebrating the life of elderly heiress Rose Stimper, who, in an act of philanthropy, has bequeathed the village a large sum of money and left instructions that the villagers must decide how best to spend it.
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4 - 5 Apr, 2025
His Majesty's Theatre

Perth, WA · His Majesty's Theatre

7. A Fête Worse Than Death
Join crime writer Jonathon Mapletree and a cast of suspicious characters as you attempt to crack the case and discover whodunnit! It’s the summer of 1924, and the residents of Barking-on-the-Moor are putting the final touches to their annual village fête. The tombola has been spun, scones been dusted and homegrown parsnips polished.
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16 - 17 May, 2025
His Majesty's Theatre

Perth, WA · His Majesty's Theatre

8. Don Quixote
Choreographed by renowned Australian Prima Ballerina, Dame Lucette Aldous AC (after Marius Petipa’s original), Don Quixote celebrates the best that classical ballet has to offer. From fiery romance to laugh-out-loud humour, this production pushes the dancers to their limits with demanding choreography.
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16 - 31 May, 2025
His Majesty's Theatre

Perth, WA · His Majesty's Theatre

9. And Then There Were None
From the producers of Agatha Christie’s hugely successful genre-defining murder mystery The Mousetrap comes a brand-new production of the best-selling crime novel of all time. Ten strangers are lured to a solitary mansion on an island off the English coast. When a storm cuts them off from the mainland and one of the party dies, they realise they may be harbouring a murderer among them and the true reason for their presence on the island becomes horribly clear.
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8 - 22 Jun, 2025
His Majesty's Theatre

Perth, WA · His Majesty's Theatre

10. A Silent Murder
Join crime writer Jonathon Mapletree and a cast of suspicious characters as you solve the mystery of the 'silent murder'. In 1927, ‘The Jazz Singer’ sent the cinema-going public into a frenzy! It heralded the end of the silent movie era and the birth of the ‘talkies’.
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20 - 21 Jun, 2025
His Majesty's Theatre

Perth, WA · His Majesty's Theatre

Conclusion
As His Majesty's Theatre rolls out this vibrant array of events, it invites you to experience its rich tapestry of history, art, and mystery. Whether you're an avid theatre-goer or new to the world of performing arts, there's something for everyone to enjoy. These events are more than just performances; they are a celebration of culture, talent, and the enduring power of storytelling. So, mark your calendars and prepare to be part of this unforgettable journey through time and creativity.
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