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WA Museum Boola Bardip

Live Arts

Up late and after hours, experience an evolving program of live arts, music and film.

Designed for those looking for a new way to visit WA Museum Boola Bardip, explore programs taking place in interesting and exciting locations often out of bounds to our daytime visitors.

Prepare to embrace aesthetic pleasures, sounds, and a totally new experience.

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Public Program

The Lanterns of Terracotta Warriors
Come see the Lanterns of Terracotta Warriors illuminating the night at WA Museum Boola Bardip and in Perth.
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Launches in Forrest Place on 31 October 2025. See location schedule below.

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Public Program

Jon Sanders

Set sail through the legendary voyages of Jon Sanders in this stirring chamber music performance inspired by his solo circumnavigations and beloved yacht, Perie Banou.

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Friday 14 November | 7pm – 9pm*
Saturday 15 November | 7pm – 9pm*

*Times are approximate and subject to change at any time.

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Public Program

QUoir

Perth's monthly family and community choir is led by Queency from the WA Bad Ass Gospel Choir.

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Second Wednesday of the month | 5.30pm - 7.30pm

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Public Program

Jade Nights

Experience the Terracotta Warriors like never before—after dark with dynamic talks and performances at our bar.

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Fridays | 5.30pm - 9pm

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Yirra Yaarnz Writers' Group

Two days of play readings from emerging WA Aboriginal playwrights. Experience new works, new writers and new voices thanks to Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company.

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Friday 7 November | 6pm - 7.30pm
Saturday 8 November | 6pm - 7.30pm