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sheila I what's on March (onwards) 29th MArY PoPPINS Burswood Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's smash hit musical Mary Poppins arrives at Burswood Theatre Perth in March for a limited season. Brilliantly adapted from the beloved books by Australia's own P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, Mary Poppins has captured the hearts of millions since premiering on the West End and Broadway. This spectacular production includes all of the best-loved songs from the film including A Spoonful of Sugar and Supercalifragilistic- expialidocious. 22nd March / April -24th ASTROFEST 2012 (Thursdays) Astrofest is back in 2012 with an astronomically awesome event for the whole family. Taking place at Curtin Stadium on Saturday, March 31, this astronomy festival of galactic proportions will be an engaging celebration of Australian science. As well as optical and radio telescopes observing the heavens throughout the day and night, Astrofest will feature myriad interesting, engaging and exciting indoor and outdoor activities for the whole family. 1st April WEST COAST bLuES 'N rooTS 2012 Fremantle Park Get your tickets early for this perennially popular event which this year will host acts including crosby Stills & Nash, The Pogues, The Specials, My Morning Jacket, Buddy Guy, Steve Earle, Keb' Mo', Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Husky and Felicity Groom. 7st April York ANTIquE & COLLECTORS FAIR 2012 The Perth Easter weekend is your chance to see the ever-popular 27th York Antique & Collectors Fair return bigger and better than ever before. -9th 17th April MIcHAEL boLToN WITH WASO Perth Convention Cetnre Grammy legend Michael Bolton joins forces with WASO to bring soulful classics, power ballads and arias to Perth. Using the term award-winning to describe Bolton's career is an understatement. He has won a staggering number of gongs, including two Grammys for best pop male vocal performance, six American Music Awards, 24 Broadcast Music Inc and American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers Featuring an entertaining mix of antiques, bric a brac, jewellery, furniture and collectables, there will definitely be a bargain to be found. This year will also feature auctions, valuations, markets and a "Chill Out Area" with live entertainment. This event is not only for diehard collectors, but also for fossickers and those just looking for a family- friendly day out. awards, nine Million- Air awards, Hitmakers Songwriter of the Year Award. Oh, and don't forget his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. 19th April - 22nd gArDEN WEEk 2012 Perry Lakes Reserve Floreat's Perry Lakes will be transformed from tranquil parkland into a bustling hub of activity for this favourite annual event. At Garden Week 2012, visitors will be treated to five days of the best WA has to offer in all things to do with gardening and outdoor living. With the trend to smaller gardens and backyards, a strong focus will be on sustainability, the importance of gardens on health and wellbeing and how to have a beautiful and productive garden despite tough water restrictions. There will also be spectacular displays, seminars, design concepts and children's activities. 22th April SUPAFEST PERTH Joondalup Arena Tickets will sell fast for this festival biggie featuring performances by P. Diddy, Ice Cube, Rick Ross, Trey Songz, Kelly Rowland and Lupe Fiasco and acts yet to be announced. SHEILA MARCH 2012 119