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Perth Now
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Social media star spreads joy to Perth hospital staff
Amid a sea of negative tales about Perth hospitals, one Canadian influencer has taken time to spread joy to local healthcare workers. John Dela Cruz, known online as Nurse John, has amassed 8.1 million followers on TikTok sharing comedy skits about his experiences working in hospitals. He has been touring the country in the Down Under leg of the Short Staffed comedy tour, with the comedian performing four sold-out shows at Subiaco's Regal Theatre last week. In a new video shared on Wednesday night, the comedian revealed that while he explored the city, he also had plans to give back to the same healthcare workers that flooded to watch his Perth show. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. 'We are going to visit a hospital here in Perth and we are going to bring them some pizza, I want to surprise them in their emergency department,' he said, with a clip showing the influencer carrying a stack of pizza boxes towards Royal Perth Hospital. Hospital staff in the video seemed beyond happy with the surprise treat, with a couple of workers seen chatting with the influencer. The TikTok star wasn't the only surprise Royal Perth Hospital staff were faced with - he also brought a bunch of pizzas! Credit: @ / TikTok 'I hope you're not too short-staffed tonight,' he joked with a Royal Perth emergency department worker, a reference to the title of his comedy tour. Nurse John wasn't satisfied with just one delivery, however — he had to make a pit stop south of the river and swing by Perth's largest hospital to spread some more cheer. 'We're ordering a bunch of coffee — we got 30+ coffees for Fiona Stanley Hospital!' Nurse John hand-delivered the coffees to staff at Perth's Fiona Stanley Hospital. Credit: @ / TikTok The video showed the Montreal influencer distributing coffee to nurses and chatting to hospital staff before posing to get a cheeky snap with some of Perth's healthcare heroes. Perth residents were quick to praise the influencer's selfless act. 'I can't imagine how happy you made all the Perth nurses!' one commenter said 'I LOVE that you visited hospitals, really shows healthcare sisters sticking together,' another praised the comic. Someone else shared their gratitude about the chosen locations: 'Thank you for taking the time to go to public hospitals — the public system has been getting swamped massively lately!' In the post's caption, Nurse John made sure to rave about his love for the Western Australian city. 'I love Perth, Australia — you guys really made me feel like a pop star and the beauty Perth has is insane! 'I cannot wait to be back, I love you WA!' The social media star fully embraced Perth culture during his performances — donning a West Coast Eagles outfit at one performance. The social media star made sure to rep one of WA's most beloved sports teams. Credit: Supplied 'Do you like my choice in jersey? Do you like my thongs? Very Perth,' he joked to the audience. The Australian leg of Nurse John's Short Staffed Tour is set to continue throughout the rest of August, with a slate of shows lined up in Melbourne, Adelaide, and Sydney.
UPI
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
Watch: Jason Momoa plays 'Chief of War' in trailer for Apple TV+ series
1 of 5 | Jason Momoa arrives on the red carpet at the Season 8 premiere of "Game of Thrones" at Radio City Music Hall in 2019. He stars in the Apple TV+ series "Chief of War." File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo July 10 (UPI) -- Jason Momoa tries to avoid "another needless war" in the trailer for the upcoming Apple TV+ series Chief of War. The new show explores "the unification and colonization of Hawai'i from an indigenous perspective," according to a press release. In the trailer released Thursday, Ka'iana (Momoa) attempts to protect his family and unify the islands amid Western colonization. "If this island is divided," he says in the preview. "This kingdom will fall." As the teaser continues, viewers learn he does not want to "lead this family into another needless war." Luciane Buchanan, Temuera Morrison, Te Ao o Hinepehinga, Cliff Curtis, Kaina Makua, Moses Goods, Siua Ikale'o, Brandon Finn, James Udom, Mainei Kinimaka, Te Kohe Tuhaka and Benjamin Hoetjes also star. Momoa co-created Chief of War with Thomas Pa'a Sibbett. He also penned the script and serves as an executive producer on the show, which spans nine episodes. The first two arrive on the streamer Aug. 1. Momoa previously starred in the Apple TV+ series See. Jason Momoa's career: epic action roles and red carpets Jason Momoa (C), a cast member in "Conan the Barbarian," attends the premiere of the film with his girlfriend at the time, actress Lisa Bonet (R), and her daughter with Lenny Kravitz, actress Zoe Kravitz, at the Regal Theatre in Los Angeles on August 11, 2011. Bonet and Momoa have two children together, daughter Lola Iolani and son Nakoa-Wolf Manakauapo Namakaeha Momoa. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo
Perth Now
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Restaurant transforms to breathe life into vacant shopfronts
A temporary gallery is opening up next door to Subiaco's Regal Theatre with an exhibition from local artists as part of a new city initiative to transform vacant spaces into vibrant hubs. Launching this Thursday, Subiaco has partnered with urban-renewal organisation SPACEMRKT to transform a former Sicilian restaurant into a temporary gallery space Dubbed Hayside Gallery, the venue's inaugural exhibition, titled Tension, will display a range of work across different forms of media that explore themes of form, pressure and contrast. Your local paper, whenever you want it. Curated by Shaye Preston and Kate Dolan, from Side Project, creatives include photographer Ivan Shaw, painter Emma Benichou, industrial artists Kartika Laili Ahmad and Benjamin Kontoullas, mixed-media creators Stephen Brameld and Jay Staples, sculptor Fernando Sala of FDO Studio, visual artist and signwriter Sam Bloor, as well as Dolan. Running until July 19, the space will also hold a series of art workshops, community events and artist-in-residence programs. Pictured is Shaye Preston and Joel Benichou from SPACEMRKT and Artist and Exhibition Co Curator Kate Dolan. Credit: Riley Churchman / The West Australian Also in the works is a community painting project, which will invite locals to contribute to a collaborative, evolving mural. Previously The Corner Italian, the site, located at 484 Hay Street, was temporarily offered to SPACEMRKT by local developer Westbridge Funds ahead of a major redevelopment next door to the heritage-listed 1930s Regal Theatre. The $78 million development, which was approved last September, comprises a nine-storey building with five commercial tenancies, a small bar and more than 70 apartments. Alongside the demolition of the former restaurant, part of the neighbouring Regal Theatre will also be knocked down to make way for accessibility upgrades, additional toilets and new bar facilities to the heritage space. Marking Subiaco's second venture with SPACEMARKT, Subiaco mayor David McMullen said the collaboration was a perfect example of realising the potential of vacant spaces for community benefit. The proposed Westbridge mixed use development next to the Regal Theatre in Subiaco Credit: Supplied / Supplied 'The partnership between the city and SPACEMRKT supports the transformation of vacant shopfronts that would otherwise continue to sit empty,' he said. 'The result is pop-up style community hubs, which encourage vibrancy, creativity and artistry. We look forward to seeing the Hay Street gallery evolve in coming months.' Director of SPACEMRKT Joel Benichou echoed Cr McMullen's sentiment. 'Creative energy can thrive anywhere, especially in the spaces most people overlook,' Benichou said. 'These two projects show what's possible when artists are given room to experiment and connect with their surroundings.' Hayside Gallery is open Thursday to Sunday. Visit for workshop bookings and more information.
West Australian
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Your Week: A great line-up of events across WA this week
Saturday, May 31, to September 28, The Art Gallery of WA, Perth The first Australian showing from this acclaimed US photographer brings together three main bodies of work, Deep Springs, Overpass, and Cross Country — giving a view of the artist's practice over 12 years and 85 works. Contis will be opening the show on May 31 from 5pm to 7pm, and giving an artist talk on June 1 from 11am. Free. But registration required for opening night at Saturday, May 31, 7pm, State Theatre Centre WA, Northbridge The American singer-songwriter comes to WA in support of her latest album Lemons, Limes And Orchids which sees her delve further into her jazz influences. She will also perform key songs from throughout her career. Tickets $98 from Sunday, June 1, 6pm, Freo Social, Fremantle A fundraiser for ocean conservation in Shark Bay hosted by Indigenous owned business Tidal Moon which harvests and exports sea cucumbers. Comedian Kevin Kropinyeri is flying in from South Australia to MC, the concert will include performances by Stephen Pigram (of The Pigram Brothers), Phil Walleystack, Prita Grealy, Morgan Joanel, Natasha Eldridge and Emma Sibosado. Tickets $49.70 from Moshtix Thursday June 5, 7pm, Regal Theatre, Subiaco The Aussie rock legends are back on the road in support of their new album, Straight Into The Sun. They also promise to play a range of Cruel Sea classics. Tickets $109.90 from Ticketek Wednesday, June 4, to Sunday, June 15, Yagan Square Get a taste of the best of the WA foodie scene with this festival that highlights the best of hospitality from across our great State. There will be drag bingo, slow-cooked brisket paired with bourbon, progressive dinners that hop between venues, and Italian feasts with a side of opera. For more info and to buy tickets, visit Thursday June 5, 7.30pm, Buffalo Club, Fremantle This winter music festival kicks off this week with a great line-up of local music curated by some of WA's most in-the-know music heads. Held over three weeks, if you can't make it down this week, there will also be shows on June 12 (at North Freo Nook) and 19 (at Hilton Trove). Tickets $34.70 from Oztix. For more info visit Thursday, June 5, at Freo Social, Fremantle, Friday, June 6, and Saturday, June 7, Regal Theatre, Subiaco. Aussie-Italian comedian Joe Avati is touring a new ensemble stage show featuring a powerhouse cast of Australian comedians. Joining Avati are comedians George Kapiniaris, Tahir, Sashi Perera, Joe White and Ting Lim in a celebration of culture, identity and everyday life. Tickets to the Fremantle show $75.60 from Moshtix, Subiaco shows $69.90 to $99.90 from Ticketek
West Australian
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Your Week: The next gen of WA creatives, an alternative music festival and more happening this week in Perth
Saturday, May 24, and Sunday, May 25, Art Gallery of WA, Perth A celebration of emerging creativity, get ready for two days of art, fashion, and design. On Saturday afternoon, the next generation of visual artists will be giving free artist talks from 2-4pm. Hear from some Pulse 2025 exhibitors about their inspirations, creative processes and post-high school plans. As the sun sets, the spotlight shifts to the third annual Pulse Fashion Show. From 6.30pm, enjoy a runway event showcasing emerging designers from WA's TAFEs and universities. Expect daring silhouettes, sustainable designs, and cutting-edge artistry. On Sunday from 9.30am, the AGWA Rooftop will host the Second Life Markets, a curated selection of vintage fashion and unique finds from some of Perth's best collectors. It's a massive celebration of WA's creative future. Artist talks are free. Pulse Fashion Show $38 to $45 and Second Life Markets $6 to $15. Tickets from Tuesday, May 27, to Sunday, July 13, Raine Square, Perth To celebrate National Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week, Raine Square is hosting a seven-week long immersive festival of First Nations art and culture. There will be music, dance, storytelling, visual art, fashion, workshops and live radio. Highlights include Ash Garlett Penfold, Lilly Gogos and Starsan Roe. The program reflects the theme The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy. Free. For more info visit Tuesday, May 27, 8pm, Regal Theatre, Subiaco Fans of the show Mo on Netflix will be well acquainted with the wit of Mohammed Amer, a celebrated Palestinian-American stand-up comedian. He also co-starred in the show Ramy on Stan and was in the DC film Black Adam. Tickets $84.95 to $115.55 from Ticketek Friday, May 30, Amplifier Bar, Perth, Saturday, May 31, The River Hotel, Margaret River, and Sunday, June 1, Indian Ocean Hotel, Scarborough Frontman of 80s rockers Craig Bloxom lands in WA with his new band RSPYS. Expect to hear classic vSPY vSPY hits, including Don't Tear It Down, Harry's Reasons, Sallie-Anne, Credit Cards, Hardtimes but with a reggae/rock edge. Organisers are promising an electrifying tribute to one of the county's most iconic bands. Tickets $44.90 to $45.30 from Oztix Friday, May 30, 6.30pm and Saturday, May 31 (sold out), Melville Main Hall, Booragoon. Vikki Thorn (The Waifs, Thornbird, The Red Tails) and Noongar artist Maatakitj join up with the Tender Is The Night string quartet to reimagine their songs with a blend of classic and contemporary influences. BYO picnic rugs, cushions, snacks and drinks, or take a seat and enjoy the show. Tickets $40 from Friday, May 30, to Sunday, June 8, The Naval Store, PS Art Space, and The Buffalo Club, Fremantle This winter music festival brings a boundary pushing line-up of acts to warm your soul as the weather turns cold. Highlights of this year's festival include US singer-songwriter Jessica Pratt and New York rock band DIIV. Set across three intimate venues and with plenty of local acts to check out, this is one worth getting down to. Tickets $25 to $80 from Humantix
