STATEMENT FROM WEST AUSTRALIAN OPERA RE: Ihitai ‘Avei’a (Star Navigator) Cancelled
Monday 26 June, 2021
"With the announcement on 23 July 2021 that the New Zealand Government has suspended the travel bubble between New Zealand and Australia, artists including the composer Mr Tim Finn OBE, are unable to be in Perth at the scheduled time. As a result, Star Navigator (Ihitai ‘Avei’a), which was to be presented on Friday 13 August at Perth Concert Hall, has been cancelled."
- West Australian Opera
STATEMENT FROM MUSICA VIVA AUSTRALIA RE: Ensemble Q Artist Change
Friday 23 July, 2021
"Due to the impact of COVID related restrictions, we are no longer able to bring you Ensemble Q on Tuesday 10 August, 7:30pm at Perth Concert Hall. However, we're delighted to announce that we'll now be joined by Wind Quintet Plus for a concert at the same time and in the same venue. With their concerts labelled by critics as an 'immaculately executed performance burst into joyful exuberance', WA-based ensemble Wind Quintet Plus have made a name for themselves with their dynamic and adventurous programming. Comprised of leading Australian soloists, the musicians combine the wind quintet with percussion to create innovative performances unlike any other. They will be presenting a program of Debussy, Piazzolla, Edwards, and more. Learn more here. Thank you for your continued support in these unpredictable times."
- Musica Viva Australia
STATEMENT FROM LIVE NATION AUSTRALASIA RE: Let It Be Live – 50th Anniversary Rescheduled
Tuesday 20 July, 2021
"Due to ongoing government restrictions, the Let It Be Live – 50th Anniversary Tour has been rescheduled. Ticket-holders unable to attend the new date can obtain a refund from their point of purchase but must submit a request before 5pm, Monday 20 September. Live Nation apologise for any inconvenience resulting from this change of arrangements. The safety of patrons, performers and crew is of the utmost importance to us and we hope you are remaining safe. We thank you for your understanding and continued support of live entertainment in these unprecedented times. For any further ticket enquiries, please contact your point of purchase."
- Live Nation Australasia
STATEMENT FROM ANDREW MCKINNON RE: Joseph Calleja – The Maltese Tenor Rescheduled
Wednesday 7 July, 2021
"Due to the continued uncertainty posed by COVID-19 restrictions, Andrew McKinnon regrets to inform audiences that, by mutual agreement with Joseph Calleja, his eagerly anticipated first Australian tour will be postponed until October and November 2022. The performance in Perth Concert Hall on Wednesday 1st of September 2021 will now be presented next year on Saturday 5th of November 2022 at 7:30pm. Known to opera lovers throughout the world as The Maltese Tenor, Joseph Calleja is very much looking forward to coming to Australia next year, and to performing with greatly loved soprano Amelia Farrugia, and internationally acclaimed pianist, Piers Lane."
- Andrew McKinnon
STATEMENT FROM WESTERN AUSTRALIAN CHARITY ORCHESTRA INC. RE: Music of the Spheres Rescheduled
Monday 5 July, 2021
"Due to the current restrictions we have made the decision to move the concert to the 31st of July. On this new date we will be able to operate at full capacity, rather than having to turn patrons away. We understand that some patrons may not be able to attend on this new date, but we hope that it will allow more to come to our performance than would be allowed under the current restrictions. We are grateful to you for supporting us in our mission to change lives through music, especially in these challenging times. We look forward to seeing you at the event on the 31st of July!"
- Western Australian Charity Orchestra Inc.
STATEMENT FROM MUSICA VIVA AUSTRALIA RE: Genevieve Lacey & Marshall McGuire Cancelled
Monday 5 July, 2021
"We have made the difficult decision to cancel the live performance of Bower, the Genevieve Lacey and Marshall McGuire concert on 15 July at Perth Concert Hall, due to the impact of COVID related restrictions. As a national company, we know how much you enjoy gathering to hear music from Musica Viva, so we are in the process of adapting our work to suit the current environment. As soon as details are confirmed, we'll be in touch to advise you of the next steps."
- Musica Viva Australia
PERTH CONCERT HALL STATEMENT RE: Venue re-opening on Tuesday 6 July
Friday 2 July, 2021
We are very pleased to announce that as COVID-19 restrictions in WA begin to ease next week, we will be re-opening our doors to the public from Tuesday 6 July.
On Monday 5 July:
The Box Office will remain closed. However, you can email boxoffice@perthconcerthall.com.au for all ticketing enquiries or info@perthconcerthall.com.au for any general enquiries.
From Tuesday 6 July:
The Box Office will be open for in-person sales and enquiries, and phone lines will be open on 9231 9999.
We ask that all patrons who visit Perth Concert Hall please adhere to the WA Government’s COVID-19 requirements and do the following:
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Scan in using the SafeWA app OR sign in using the paper contact register
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Sanitise your hands upon entry
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Wear a face mask at all times*
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Maintain a distance of 2 square metres from staff and other patrons
Thank you to all of our wonderful patrons for your patience and understanding during this time. We can’t wait to see you soon.
*This rule does not apply to children aged 11 years and under and people with a medical exemption.
- The PCH Team
