A man was found guilty of beating his dog and received what animal advocates amount to a slap on the wrist. Call for stronger animal welfare laws and stricter penalties for animal abuse.
Vivien Murray as Aladdin and Zoe Harris as the Genie in rehearsal.
DISNEYâS âAladdin Jrâ is based on the 1992 film and the 2014 hit Broadway show. Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp. Pied Piper Productions director, Nina Stevenson says there are thrills and laughter in the story to delight all ages. Canberra College Performing Arts Centre, Launceston Street, Woden, April 9-17, various times. All details here.
PIANIST Robert Schmidli
PIANIST Robert Schmidli will play Haydnâs Sonata Hob XVI no 40 in G Major, Chopinâs Scherzo in E Major no 4 Op 54 and Debussyâs âPour le Pianoâ, Wesley Music Centre, 20 National Circuit, Forrest, 12.40-1.20pm, Wednesday, April 7. Bookings essential here or 6232 7248.