There is a handwritten manifesto tucked into the world of‘snake eyes’ that goes something like this:
don’t be a prick. share the love. no music on a dead planet. let’s have a damn boogie.
It is blunt, sincere, and a little scrappy, which makes it a pretty solid summary of ‘cash rich‘, the Brighton duo’s long-awaited debut album.
This record took its time. Nearly six years, two EPs, a lot of touring, and a slow, deliberate process of figuring out what this band actually wanted an album to be. You can hear that patience all over ‘cash rich’. These songs sound lived in. Tested. Played in rooms with people in them before being locked down on record.
Built From the Stage Outward
‘cash rich’ is loud, fuzzy, and physical. These are songs that move quickly, hit hard, and feel like they were written with a crowd in mind. Big choruses. Racing tempos. That stomp-you-forward energy that works best when you are standing shoulder to shoulder with strangers, shouting words back at the band.
That does mean this is not a record that demands constant repeat listening at home. Personally, I am fussy and repetitive with what I spin day to day. I cling to a small rotation. ‘cash rich’ feels less like a comfort record and more like a live document. Something that clicks hardest when the volume is up and the room is warm.
That is not a weakness. It is just an honest read of what this band prioritises.
Positivity, Without Pretending It Is Easy
‘snake eyes’ talk openly about positivity, but they do not sell it as a constant state. That tension sits right at the centre of ‘cash rich’. There are songs about money stress, confidence, burnout, heartbreak, headaches, and the slow grind of trying to keep a band going without lying to yourself or your audience.
Drummer Thomas Lisle Coe-Brooker puts it plainly:
“It really is a body of work that represents the first 5 years of our band. Personally, I wanted to tour as much as we could and feel like we had an audience that actually wanted an album, rather than just releasing something that might fall on deaf ears.”
What works here is the transparency. There is no polished fantasy of independent success. The lyrics acknowledge how hard it is to do this sustainably, emotionally and financially, and still choose to show up with joy anyway. The warmth comes from that choice, not from pretending things are fine all the time.
DIY That Actually Means DIY
The way ‘cash rich’ was made matters. Self-produced. Tracked live. Guitar tones obsessed over. Different snares for different songs. Extra textures added wherever the band could make it work, whether that was studios, hotel rooms, borrowed spaces, or late-night DIY problem-solving.
Guitarist and vocalist Jim Heffy leans into that process:
“We put a lot into this and really took the time to get things sounding right for the songs. We tried loads of amps and pedals, different snares for different tunes. We got real nerdy with it.”
That includes bowed acoustic guitar layered with strings, learning vinyl scratching on the fly, pump organ sessions with one person on keys and the other working the foot pedal, and recording backing vocals wherever life allowed. It feels handmade because it is.
Nothing here feels padded out. When extra elements appear, they earn their place.
Politics, Ethics, and Not Being a Prick
Environmentalism and equality sit quietly but firmly beneath ‘cash rich’. The band are vocal supporters of Music Declares Emergency and Music Venue Trust, and those values bleed naturally into both the songs and the way they operate.
Brooker connects it directly to his own veganism and environmental commitment:
“That coupled with my growing passion for veganism and the environment over the last 10 years means these kinds of organisations speak to me enormously.”
As a fellow vegan, that sincerity lands. This is not surface-level posturing. It is a worldview baked into how they tour, record, speak to fans, and think about the future of music spaces. No preaching. Just care, consistency, and follow-through.
Two People, One Big Live Energy
Over the past year, ‘snake eyes’ have fully committed to a two-piece live setup, and it shows. The shift has tightened their focus and sharpened their presence.
Heffy jokes about the practical side:
“I now have two million guitar pedals and have to play bass too, so I’ve got my work cut out for me.”
But the payoff is clear. Leaner logistics. More agility. A setup that lets them get into the crowd, feed off the room, and keep the shows loose, fun, and physical. Everything about ‘cash rich’ points toward that live exchange.
Final Thoughts
I do not think ‘cash rich’ is an album I will reach for constantly when I am alone. And that is completely fine. Some records are made for repetition and quiet familiarity. Others are made for rooms, sweat, movement, and noise.
This is very much the second kind.
What ‘cash rich’ does well is capture a band who know exactly who they are right now. Two people, six years deep, tired but committed, loud but thoughtful, serious about joy. It feels earned. It feels honest. And I would much rather hear these songs shouted back at ‘snake eyes’ in a crowded room than filed neatly into a playlist.
Sometimes that is the highest compliment.
Album Info
Category
Details
Artist
‘snake eyes’
Album
‘cash rich’
Release Date
6 March 2026
Label
Alcopop! Records
Format
Digital, Vinyl
Origin
Brighton, UK
TLDR;
‘cash rich’ is the long-awaited debut album from Brighton duo ‘snake eyes’
Loud, fuzzy grit-pop built for live rooms, movement, and shared energy
Lyrics tackle money stress, burnout, confidence, heartbreak, and community
Fully DIY production with obsessive attention to tone and texture
Strong environmental and vegan ethics woven naturally into the band’s identity
Paul McCartney has lived about seventeen musical lifetimes, but Man on the Run zooms in on one of the strangest, most vulnerable ones: the moment after The Beatles ended, and everything familiar disappeared overnight.
Directed by Morgan Neville, Paul McCartney: Man on the Run is an intimate feature documentary that looks at McCartney’s creative rebirth in the early 1970s. It’s about survival, doubt, stubborn joy, and the instinct to keep making things even when the ground drops out beneath you.
The film screens for one night only in cinemas on Thursday, 19 February 2026, released by Trafalgar Releasing.
A Wild Chapter
The Beatles broke up. Lawsuits followed. Public opinion swung hard. And McCartney, suddenly cast as the villain in some corners, had to figure out who he was without the biggest cultural machine of the 20th century propping everything up.
Man on the Run traces that moment with care. It examines the creation of McCartney, Ram, and Band on the Run, and the messy, often uncomfortable process of starting over. There is joy here, but it is earned. There is doubt, too. A lot of it.
Neville does what he does best. He lets the quiet moments matter.
Will This One Feel Different?
This documentary leans into uncertainty, risk, and rebuilding from scratch while the world watches. There is something grounding about seeing an artist who could have played it safe instead choosing to retreat, experiment, and relearn what creativity even means.
It is also a reminder that reinvention does not come from confidence. It comes from showing up anyway.
Watch the Trailer
Win Tickets (Sydney)
If you are in Sydney, there is also a double-pass giveaway for a screening at the Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace.
Revealed with fresh gameplay during the latest Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, Orbitals is a two-player, retro anime-inspired cooperative adventure launching exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 this summer. It is built from the ground up for teamwork, communication, and that very specific feeling of yelling helpful instructions at someone you trust while everything is on fire in space.
Developed by Tokyo-based studio Shapefarm and published by Kepler Interactive, Orbitals stars Maki and Omura, two pilots thrown into a last-ditch mission to save their home from an incoming cosmic storm. The catch is that nothing works unless you work together.
What Orbitals Actually Is
Orbitals is a co-op adventure about shared problem-solving. You are not just fighting enemies or clearing levels. You are navigating hazardous environments, solving physics-based puzzles, piloting a ship through asteroid fields, and competing in odd little minigames that test how well you can think together under pressure.
Each character has access to tools that are designed to complement the other player, not replace them. Progress depends on timing, communication, and coordination rather than individual skill flexing.
Some of the key tools include:
The Scrap Hook is used to grapple and reposition platforms so your partner can reach new areas
The Liquid Launcher, which fires pressurised water to activate distant mechanisms or cool down dangerous surfaces
The Beam Cannon is a concentrated heat weapon that melts obstacles and clears blocked paths
It is very much a “you go, no wait, now me, okay NOW” kind of game, and that is the appeal.
Built for Playing Together, Wherever You Are
Orbitals offers several ways to play co-op on Nintendo Switch 2, and it is refreshingly flexible about it.
You can play locally using split-screen with two pairs of Joy-Con 2 controllers on a single console. You can also use Nintendo’s GameShare feature to play with someone on another compatible Nintendo Switch 2 or original Nintendo Switch system.
Online play leans hard into communication, making use of the Nintendo Switch 2’s built-in microphone and GameChat so you can coordinate puzzles, call out hazards, or panic together in real time. It is clearly designed around the idea that co-op is better when you can actually talk to each other.
Retro Anime Energy, Modern Co-Op Design
Visually, Orbitals leans into bold colours, expressive character animation, and a distinctly retro anime aesthetic without feeling stuck in the past. It feels playful and cinematic, but still readable during chaotic moments.
This game is all about connection, timing, and figuring things out together. That makes it especially appealing if you love co-op games that prioritise shared experience over competition.
Accessibility details are based on official Nintendo listing and confirmed features as of February 2026. Developers may add more accessibility options closer to launch.
Category
Feature
Status
Notes
Text
Multiple Languages (Interface & Subtitles)
Confirmed
Nintendo lists full language support, including English, Japanese, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Korean, Russian, Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified & Traditional), and Polish.
Audio
Full Voice Acting
Confirmed
Full Japanese and English voice tracks reported by Nintendo/Life.
Co-Op Options
Local Split-Screen
Confirmed
Two players on one console.
Co-Op Options
Online Co-Op
Confirmed
Uses Nintendo Switch Online + GameShare/GameChat.
Communication
Voice Chat (Switch 2 GameChat)
Confirmed
Built-in mic support reported for online co-op.
Controls
Button Remapping
Not Confirmed
No official info yet on remapping.
Visual
Colourblind Modes
Not Confirmed
Not listed on official pages yet.
Difficulty
Adjustable Difficulty
Not Confirmed
No official info yet.
Text
Text Size Scaling
Not Confirmed
Not listed yet.
Sensory
Camera Shake Toggle
Not Confirmed
Not officially documented.
Quick Notes:
The language support is unusually broad for a Switch 2 launch title and a big plus for accessibility and localisation.
Confirmed online and local co-op with built-in mic indicates thoughtful connectivity support for cooperative players.
The lack of official information about remapping or visual options doesn’t mean they won’t be available; it’s just not confirmed yet.
We’ll re-update this snapshot once more accessibility details are announced by the developers or appear in official platform listings.
Why Orbitals Is One to Watch
There is something quietly confident about Orbitals. It is not trying to be the loudest game in the room. It is focused on making co-op feel intentional, meaningful, and fun in ways that go beyond just sharing a screen.
If you love games that reward communication, patience, and shared problem-solving, this one is absolutely worth keeping on your radar.
Orbitals launches this summer exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2, and it is available to wishlist now.
TLDR;
Orbitals is a 2-player co-op adventure built entirely around teamwork
Launching Summer 2026, exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2
You play as Maki and Omura, trying to save their home from a cosmic storm
Gameplay mixes platforming, puzzles, spaceship sections, and co-op minigames
Designed for local split-screen or online co-op using GameShare and GameChat
Retro anime-inspired visuals with expressive characters and playful sci-fi energy
Communication and coordination are the whole point. This is not a solo game
Scott Pilgrim EX is officially stretching its legs. After a brief tease during Nintendo Direct, Tribute Games has dropped a proper gameplay overview that shows exactly what kind of Toronto-saving chaos we are getting into this March.
The new trailer gives us our clearest look yet at how Scott Pilgrim EX is shaking up the classic beat ’em up formula. Instead of marching from left to right until a boss shows up, this one lets you roam freely across a chunky, interconnected version of Toronto. You pick where to go, who to fight, and which weird side quests are worth your time before you start throwing hands again.
An Open Toronto Full of Quests, Secrets, and Extremely Punchable Enemies
Scott Pilgrim EX leans hard into exploration. Between fights, you can wander into shops, talk to NPCs, accept quests, and unlock rewards that actually change how you play. The city is packed with shortcuts, hidden areas, and deep-cut references for fans who enjoy poking into every corner between brawls.
Combat is still pure Scott Pilgrim energy. You are combo-ing your way through demons, robots, and the game’s ongoing commitment to using vegans as a punchline, which is rather outdated-flop behaviour if you ask me, but now you get to decide how and when those fights happen. The environment is fully interactable, too, which means anything from baseball bats to turnips can become a weapon if you are feeling creative or desperate.
Co-Op Chaos With a Very Good Roster
You can play solo, but Scott Pilgrim EX is clearly built for co-op nonsense. Up to four players can team up locally or online, each picking a fighter with their own moveset and upgrade path.
Playable characters include Scott Pilgrim and Ramona Flowers, plus some very welcome chaos picks like Roxie Richter, Lucas Lee, Matthew Patel, and fan favourite Robot-01. There is also one mystery character still being kept under wraps, which feels rude but exciting.
Each character draws on their history across the Scott Pilgrim universe, making the roster feel more than just reskins with different stats.
New Story, New Music, Same Scott Pilgrim Weirdness
The plot kicks off with Sex Bob-omb being kidnapped and their instruments stolen, which is a deeply Scott Pilgrim sentence if ever there was one. Scott and Ramona have to brawl their way across the city, through time, and into increasingly ridiculous situations to save the band, Toronto, and presumably reality.
Bryan Lee O’Malley co-writes the story alongside Tribute Games, and the soundtrack comes from series alums Anamanaguchi. If you were worried, this might feel like a cash-in, but everything shown so far says otherwise. This looks like a genuine new chapter for fans of the world.
Game Info
Category
Details
Game Title
Scott Pilgrim EX
Developer
Tribute Games
Publisher
Tribute Games
Partners
Universal Products & Experiences
Platforms
PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2
Release Date
March 3, 2026
Genre
Co-Op Beat ’Em Up, Action
Players
1 to 4
Co-Op
Online and Local
Narrative
New original story co-written by Bryan Lee O’Malley
Music
Anamanaguchi
Accessibility Snapshot
Accessibility information based on the Steam store page as of February 2026. Always check in-game settings for the most up-to-date options.
Category
Feature
Options
Notes
Subtitles
Audio Subtitles
Yes
Full subtitle support listed
Language Support
Interface and Subtitles
Multiple languages
Includes English, French, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Portuguese (Brazil), and more
Co-Op Options
Local Co-Op
Yes
Shared or split screen
Co-Op Options
Online Co-Op
Yes
Via platform services
Input
Controller Support
Not confirmed
Not listed on Steam
Input
Button Remapping
Not confirmed
No details available
Visual
Colourblind Options
Not confirmed
No details available
Visual
Text Size Scaling
Not confirmed
No details available
Difficulty
Adjustable Difficulty
Not confirmed
No details available
Camera
Camera Shake Toggle
Not confirmed
No details available
Accessibility features can vary by platform and version. Always check platform listings and in-game menus for the most accurate information.
When and Where You Can Play
Scott Pilgrim EX launches March 3, 2026, on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.
If the idea of an open Toronto full of quests, co-op chaos, and (mostly) extremely punchable villains appeals to you, this one is shaping up nicely.
Laneway Festival 2026 is moving like a group chat deciding to go out, and somehow, everyone is already dressed.
Gold Coast is sold out today. Sydney is sold out tomorrow. That is 36,000 people in Queensland and 50,000 people in New South Wales who had the exact same thought: “Yep, I’m going.”
Gold Coast and Sydney Hit Capacity
Laneway has confirmed today’s Gold Coast edition (36,000 capacity) and tomorrow’s Sydney edition (50,000 capacity) are completely sold out, locking in a huge start to the Australian run.
The festival says the momentum has been building since Thursday’s Auckland show, which welcomed more than 35,000 attendees at Western Springs Stadium, making it the festival’s most successful Auckland event to date.
Laneway co-founders Danny Rogers and Jerome Borazio summed it up like two people who just watched their group project actually work:
“What a way to kick off our Australian run with a sold-out show on the Gold Coast. The response to Laneway this year has been beyond anything we could have imagined. We’re so grateful to the fans, the artists, and the incredible team who bring this festival to life.”
Auckland, We’re Jelly
The Auckland show came with a tidy little highlight reel of crowd-pleasers.
BENEE made a surprise appearance as Role Model’s “Sally”, and Laneway says it pulled one of the biggest crowd reactions of the day
PinkPantheress joined BENEE on stage for ‘Princess’, then delivered her own set
Alex G played to a massive, devoted crowd
Geese made their New Zealand debut
Surprise appearances at festivals are the musical version of someone yelling your name across a shopping centre. You look up. Your brain short-circuits. You are suddenly alive. It’s the best.
Remaining Australian Dates: Tickets are Low
With Gold Coast and Sydney now at capacity, Laneway is urging fans to move quickly on the remaining Australian stops.
Melbourne: Handful of tickets remaining
Adelaide: Limited tickets remaining
Perth: Limited tickets remaining
If you are Perth-based and currently doing that thing where you “just want to see how your week looks”, I am begging you to stop tempting fate.
Official Afterparties Are On Sale
Laneway’s official afterparties are also on sale now, for anyone who likes their festivals with a side quest.
Gold Coast, Saturday 7 February Venue: Lulu Rooftop Bar Le Boom (Live), Babe Rainbow (DJ), Laneway DJs
Sydney, Sunday 8 February Venue: Oxford Art Factory Le Boom (Live), Shady Nasty (DJ), Blusher (DJ)
Melbourne, Friday 13 February Venue: The Night Cat Le Boom (Live), Shady Nasty (DJ), Blusher (DJ)
Event Info
Category
Details
Festival
St Jerome’s Laneway Festival 2026
Presented by
triple j
Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau (18+)
Thursday 5 February 2026, Western Springs
Gold Coast (16+)
Saturday 7 February 2026, Southport Sharks, SOLD OUT
Sydney (16+)
Sunday 8 February 2026, Centennial Park, SOLD OUT
Melbourne (16+)
Friday 13 February 2026, Flemington Park, VERY LIMITED
Adelaide (16+)
Saturday 14 February 2026, Adelaide Showgrounds, LIMITED
Perth (16+)
Sunday 15 February 2026, Arena Joondalup, LIMITED
Accessibility And Survival Guide
Want the full Unruly Folk pre-festival brain dump, including queer-friendly tips, neurodivergent-friendly planning, what to pack, and how to survive Laneway without becoming a sweaty little cautionary tale? We’ve got you.
Sometimes a mystery name on a festival lineup is just marketing fluff. Sometimes it’s this.
TOMORA, the newly revealed duo of Tom Rowlands (of The Chemical Brothers) and Norwegian alt-pop force AURORA, have officially announced their debut album Come Closer, landing April 17 via Fontana. This is where I smash my keyboard in excitement.
So, what is TOMORA?
TOMORA is what happens when two artists with wildly strong creative identities stop circling each other and commit.
Rowlands and AURORA have a history; she featured on three tracks from The Chemical Brothers’ 2019 album No Geography, including ‘Eve of Destruction’, and Rowlands later contributed to AURORA’s 2024 album What Happened to the Heart?. This project feels less like a side quest and more like a full “okay, let’s build a world” moment.
Come Closer: The Album Details
Come Closer is a 12-track debut that includes previously released fan-favourite ‘Ring the Alarm’, plus the brand new title track ‘Come Closer’, which is out now.
According to TOMORA, they made this album without pressure, obligation, or expectation, just joy, curiosity, and creative chaos at its best.
“We made it without obligation or expectation, just a joy in creation. It’s the sound where we meet, the landing zone of our musical escape pods.”
We love an escape pod, and would like to order several. Please. Thank you.
Come Closer Tracklist:
Please
Come Closer
A Boy Like You
Ring the Alarm
My Baby
Have You Seen Me Dance Alone?
Somewhere Else
I Drink the Light
Wavelengths
Side by Side
The Thing
In a Minute
The album will be available digitally, on CD, standard black vinyl, and limited-edition coloured vinyl for collectors (and the aesthetically unwell among us).
New single: ‘Come Closer’
The title track arrives alongside an official video directed by Adam Smith and S T A R T !, long-time visual collaborators in the Chemical Brothers universe.
Live shows incoming (yes, already)
Before they even hit Coachella, TOMORA will play their first-ever headline shows in the UK this March:
March 25 – New Century Hall, Manchester
March 26 – EartH Hackney, London
Visual direction for the shows is again handled by Adam Smith, which feels important if you know anything about Chemical Brothers’ live sets. Tickets go on sale Friday, February 13, at 10 am via Live Nation.
From there, it’s straight into festival mode, including Coachella, NOS Alive, Bilbao BBK Live, ØYA, Sziget, and more.
Why this matters (and why we’re excited)
What makes TOMORA interesting is the way this project refuses to feel like a compromise. It’s two artists fully leaning into their instincts and seeing how far they can push each other.
There’s something deeply refreshing about music that sounds like it was made because two people wanted to make it. Not because an algorithm suggested it, not because a trend demanded it, but because the chemistry was already there. It’s a passion project. We need so much more of that.
And frankly? We are extremely ready to experience this in a dark room with very loud speakers. Gimme.
TLDR;
TOMORA = Tom Rowlands (The Chemical Brothers) + AURORA
Debut album Come Closer out April 17 via Fontana
New single ‘Come Closer’ is out now with an official video
First-ever UK headline shows in Manchester (March 25) and London (March 26)
Festival run includes Coachella, NOS Alive, ØYA, Sziget, and more
Déyyess writes the kind of love song that feels like accidentally confessing your crush at 2 am and then replaying the moment in your head for the next six months.
The alt-pop artist has just dropped the deluxe version of her acclaimed EP Would You Go Down On A Girl?, and to celebrate, she is heading out on her first-ever UK and EU headline tour this March. Yes, this is big. Yes, this is deserved. Yes, your feelings are about to be activated.
The tour includes a Bristol stop at Exchange on March 24, followed by a London headline show at Camden Assembly on March 25, alongside dates in Sheffield, Glasgow, and Manchester.
A Deluxe EP Built on Longing (and Overthinking)
The deluxe edition of Would You Go Down On A Girl? adds two new tracks, ‘Me, Oh My‘ and ‘Silverlake Baby’, both of which Déyyess has already been road-testing live. They slide perfectly into the EP’s existing emotional universe of yearning, identity, and sapphic “does she like me or am I being delusional” panic. We’ve all been there, sis.
“These songs and the time in my life that they came from was all about love,” Déyyess explains. “Longing and yearning for a girl who had just come into my life, and suddenly she’s all I think about. Would You Go Down On A Girl is essentially a lyrical love letter.”
Relatable. Painful. Beautiful. We are seated.
From ‘Claire’ to Centre Stage
Since breaking out with viral queer-love confessional ‘Claire’, Déyyess has steadily become a go-to voice for WLW storytelling in pop. Her music captures the soft devastation of unrequited love alongside the thrill of being seen, all wrapped in glittering production and melodies that stick around longer than your last situationship.
She wrapped up 2024 supporting Alessi Rose on a massive UK and EU tour, including two sold-out nights at Kentish Town Forum, and now she’s stepping fully into the spotlight with a headline run of her own.
Queer Pop With Purpose
Growing up in Canterbury, Déyyess has been aware of her queer identity from a young age, crediting Lady Gaga’s visibility and allyship with helping her find the confidence to come out. Now, she wants to be that same source of reassurance and representation for others.
“I have fans in countries where it’s illegal to be gay,” she says. “I want to create a community for them.”
At a time when queer pop is having a very deserved moment, with artists like Chappell Roan, Renée Rapp, Kehlani, girl in red, Doechii, and 070 Shake shaping a sapphic renaissance, Déyyess feels right at home. The deluxe release of Would You Go Down On A Girl? only cements her place in that conversation.
Perth Festival is back from 6 February to 1 March 2026, and I am here with a public service announcement. You do not have to “push through” a festival to deserve it. You can plan for your brain, your body, your access needs, your gender euphoria, your sensory limits, and your safety, then still have an excellent night out.
This guide is built for queer and neurodivergent folks who want the highlights without the overwhelm. Expect clear info, good exit plans, and lots of free options.
East Perth Power Station (Warndoolier / East Perth)
Digital Option
A View From A Bridge (online)
Visual Arts Stream
Boorloo Contemporary (multiple locations)
Films Under the Pines
Lotterywest Films at UWA Somerville
Before You Pick an Event, Pick Your Capacity
This is the neurodivergent cheat code.
Low-Capacity Night You want flexible, outdoors, leave-anytime options. You want to move, not commit.
Medium-Capacity Night You can do crowds if there are breaks, clear start times, and somewhere to decompress.
High-Capacity Night You are ready for big sound and big vibes, and you have planned your recovery like a professional.
Keep that in mind as you scroll. It will save you money, energy, and one dramatic late-night “why did I agree to this” text.
Accessibility Snapshot
For the most current event-by-event access symbols (wheelchair access, Auslan, captioning, audio description, tactile tours, and sensory info), start here:https://www.perthfestival.com.au/access
Category
Feature
Options
Notes
Booking Support
Access Enquiries
Email + Phone
Email access@perthfestival.com.au or call 08 6488 8616.
Booking Support
Accessible Seating Requests
Email request + call-back
Email access@perthfestival.com.au with the event, venue, date/time, and contact details. Ticketing team calls to process payment.
Booking Support
National Relay Service
TTY + Speak and Listen
NRS contact options are listed on the Access page.
Tickets
Companion Card
Companion ticket at no cost
Supported for eligible bookings.
Hidden Disability
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
Supported
Discreet identifier to signal you may need extra support or understanding.
Sensory Planning
Aural + Visual Ratings
Event ratings
Helps estimate sensory load. Ratings can change as works develop, so check again closer to your date.
Sensory Support
Chill Out Space
Available
Listed as available at East Perth Power Station.
Hearing Support
Assistive Listening
Select venues
Listed venues include His Majesty’s Theatre, Heath Ledger Theatre, and Studio Underground.
Deaf/HoH
Closed Captioning
App-based captions
Closed captions for select performances (captions on personal devices; device supply available on request).
Deaf/HoH
Open Captions
On-screen captions
Listed for select film sessions.
Blind/Low Vision
Audio Description
Live AD (headset)
Listed for select sessions with dates and times.
Blind/Low Vision
Tactile Tours
Pre-show tours
Listed for select sessions; bookings essential.
Auslan Users
Auslan Interpreting
Select performances
Listed for select sessions; some events include Auslan video links.
Music Access
Haptic Vests
Select performances
Listed for select shows (check the Access page for details and booking method).
Guides
Access Guide + Larger Text Brochure
Word + PDF
Access Guide and brochure downloads available on the Access page.
Night Plans: Pick Your Capacity, Keep Your Joy
These are ready-to-go itineraries you can steal, customise, and send to your group chat so nobody argues for 45 minutes about where to meet.
Low-Capacity Night Plan
For when you want Perth Festival magic, but your nervous system is already holding a tiny protest sign.
Step
Plan
Why It Works (Neurodivergent Edition)
Access Notes
1
Karla Bidi at one location (pick the easiest for you)
Outdoors, flexible, leave-anytime. No seating commitment.
Check terrain, paths, and lighting at your chosen location.
2
Slow walk, snacks, and one photo max
Keeps decision fatigue low. Keeps you present.
If light or sound is too much, you can move away immediately.
3
Optional: A View From A Bridge later at home
You still get a festival moment without pushing past capacity.
Free and online.
Best for: Solo festival dates, low-energy days, sensory sensitivity, post-work exhaustion.
Medium-Capacity Night Plan
For when you want people and vibes, but you also want a plan and a clear escape route.
Step
Plan
Why It Works (Neurodivergent Edition)
Access Notes
1
Arrive at Casa Musica early (Power Station)
Predictable start times, easier entry, less crowd crush.
Chill Out Space is listed at East Perth Power Station on the Access page.
2
Stay for one set or one “time block” only
Prevents accidental overdoing it. Keeps the night contained.
Earplugs, water, and planned breaks help.
3
Take a break (actual break)
You do not have to earn rest.
Use the Chill Out Space if you need lower sensory input.
4
Finish with Karla Bidi at a quieter location
Outdoor decompression, flexible, no “sit still” demand.
Choose a location with easier access and less crowding.
Best for: Small groups, first festival nights, people who want structure but still want fun.
High-Capacity Night Plan
For when you’re ready for a big night, and you’re doing it like a responsible adult with a nervous system.
Step
Plan
Why It Works (Neurodivergent Edition)
Access Notes
1
Main Stage at East Perth Power Station (ticketed)
The headline night plan, built around one main event.
Check the Access page for sensory info and any relevant services.
2
Schedule a break (set an alarm)
You will not “feel like” taking a break, so schedule it.
Chill Out Space is listed at the Power Station.
3
Return for the rest of the set if you’re still good
Choice and agency, not obligation.
Earplugs, hydration, and breathing space matter.
4
Post-show decompression: Slow walk, quiet food, then home
Prevents sensory hangover turning into next-day misery.
Plan transport before the show ends.
Best for: Music-first nights, extrovert bursts, “I can do crowds if I plan it” people.
Bonus Micro-Plan: Queer Solo Night
Low-to-medium capacity. Safe, contained, still a bit special.
Step
Plan
Why It Works
Access Notes
1
Boorloo Contemporary (gallery visit)
Quiet-ish, self-paced, no pressure to socialise.
Check venue access notes on the official site.
2
Snack and reset
Protects your energy and prevents hangry overwhelm.
Hydrate. Eat. Be kind to your body.
3
Karla Bidi after dark
A capstone that feels like “going out” without chaos.
The good stuff when you want festival joy without the full sensory gamble.
Karla Bidi
A free light and sound trail inspired by the Noongar tradition of lighting fires to greet and guide visitors. It’s designed for wandering, choosing your own pace, and leaving whenever you feel done.
When: 6 Feb to 1 Mar Where: South Mole, Hurlingham Playground, Burswood Park, Lilac Hill Park, Point Walter Reserve, Kings Park and Botanic Garden, East Perth, Woodbridge Riverside Park, Shelley Beach Park, Point Fraser, Mardalup Park Price: Free
Neurodivergent Tip: Pick one or two locations only, and treat it like a mini date with yourself. Doing all of them in one night is how you end up hating happiness.
Perth Moves
A big public dance moment in the CBD, welcoming everyone from “I dance” to “I am here as a supportive cryptid”.
When: 21 Feb to 28 Feb Where: Forrest Place (Karboordup / Perth CBD) Price: Free
Nitja
A one-night riverside event blending story, music, dance, and projection.
When: 14 Feb Where: Point Walter Reserve (Dyoondalup / Bicton) Price: Free
Let Me In, Let Me Out
A public artwork that puts accessibility and inclusion front and centre in the CBD, using projection and performance to highlight spaces that exclude people.
When: 24 Feb to 28 Feb Where: Various Perth CBD locations Price: Free
A View From A Bridge
A digital series you can follow online across the festival. If you want a festival moment without leaving the house, this is your friend.
When: 6 Feb to 1 Mar Where: Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Price: Free
East Perth Power Station: The Big Summer Hub
If Perth Festival had a “main character location” in 2026, it’s this.
Casa Musica (Free)
A riverside, open-air program with food and drinks, and free live music every Wednesday to Sunday.
When: Wed to Fri 5 pm to 8 pm, Sat to Sun 4 pm to 8 pm Where: East Perth Power Station (Warndoolier / East Perth) Price: Free
Highlights include: Selve, Ngaiire, Beoga, Ali, Kavisha Mazella, and Bobby Singh & Friends.
Access Note: The Access page lists a Chill Out Space at the Power Station. If you’re doing this venue, plan your breaks around it like it’s part of the set.
Main Stage (Ticketed)
When the sun goes down, the Power Station shifts into ticketed main-stage nights, with a big lineup across genres.
Highlights include: Max Cooper, SYBER: 013, Bleak Squad, Morcheeba, Black Country, New Road, Baker Boy with Snotty Nose Rez Kids, Nilüfer Yanya, Perth Symphony Orchestra presenting Rebel Rebel (David Bowie), and Sudan Archives.
Neurodivergent Tip: If you’re doing Main Stage, treat it like an expedition. Earplugs, hydration, planned breaks, and a hard leaving time if you know you’ll hit capacity.
Boorloo Contemporary: Free Visual Art Across the City
If your nervous system wants art without the crush of a theatre foyer, this is your gold mine.
When: 6 Feb to 29 Mar Where: East Perth Power Station, Boorloo Bridge, PS Arts Space, Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts Price: Free
Expect major works across multiple sites, including large-scale Power Station projections, a Boorloo Bridge digital canvas commission, exhibitions at PS Arts Space in Fremantle, and gallery works at PICA in Perth’s Cultural Centre.
Ticketed Highlights With Dates, Locations, And Prices
Event
When
Where
Price
LACRIMA
6 to 10 Feb
Heath Ledger Theatre (Yandilup / Northbridge)
$79 to $119
Songs of the Bulbul
13 to 15 Feb
His Majesty’s Theatre (Karboordup / Perth CBD)
$39 to $99
Lé Nør (The Rain)
25 to 28 Feb
Heath Ledger Theatre (Yandilup / Northbridge)
$49 to $79
U>N>I>T>E>D
19 to 22 Feb
Heath Ledger Theatre (Yandilup / Northbridge)
$59 to $79
Meow Meow’s The Red Shoes
26 Feb to 1 Mar
His Majesty’s Theatre (Karboordup / Perth CBD)
$80 to $139
Sanctum Series
12 to 26 Feb
St Mary’s Cathedral (Karboordup / Perth CBD)
$59 to $89
The Trial
17 to 21 Feb
Forrest Chase (Karboordup / Perth CBD)
$110
Secret Opera
14 Feb to 1 Mar
Undisclosed Location
$80
Scenes From the Climate Era
13 to 22 Feb
Victoria Hall (Walyalup / Fremantle)
$45
The BhuMeJha Project
21 to 22 Feb
The Art Sanctuary (Goolamup / Kelmscott)
$59
Access reminder: For any ticketed show, open the listing on the official site and check access symbols and service dates, especially if you need Auslan, captions, audio description, or a tactile tour.
Lotterywest Films at UWA Somerville
Outdoor cinema under the pines is a Perth summer ritual. This season runs for weeks, which is excellent for planning because you can choose a night that suits your energy.
When: 24 Nov to 29 Mar (gates open 6 pm) Where: UWA Somerville (Godroo / Crawley) Tickets: $24, 6-ticket film pack $129, 12-ticket film pack $231, Cheap Tuesdays $12 per ticket
Neurodivergent Tip: Bring the comfort kit. Earplugs, something soft to sit on, a layer for when the night air turns on you, and snacks that will not ruin your sensory life.
Queer and Neurodivergent Festival Safety Tips
Because vibes are not a safety plan.
Pick a meeting point that is quiet and well-lit. Loud meeting points are a trap.
Bring a leaving script: “I’m at capacity, I’m heading off, I love you, text me.”
Plan transport early. Don’t leave it to the end of the night when your brain is melting.
If you are going solo, choose flexible events you can dip in and out of without pressure.
Do not apologise for taking breaks. You are not ruining the night. You are saving it.
Post-Festival Recovery Plan
Because the night can be perfect and your nervous system can still file a formal complaint the next day.
The First Hour After You Get Home
This is about reducing sensory input and giving your body a clear “we are safe now” signal.
Do one thing at a time: shoes off, face wash, comfy clothes. No multitasking.
Dim the lights. Reduce noise if you can, put on a familiar show or familiar music at low volume.
Hydrate and eat something gentle. Not “perfect nutrition”, just something that won’t make your body feel worse.
If you are spiralling socially, write down three facts.
You went out.
You did your best.
You are allowed to rest now.
The Next Morning (The Social Hangover Protocol)
If you wake up feeling emotionally sandpapered, that is not you being “dramatic”. That is your brain processing input.
Delay decisions. If you can, don’t schedule big tasks for the first two hours.
Do a sensory reset: Shower, sun, stretch, or a slow walk. Pick one.
Eat something predictable. Same breakfast, safe snack, whatever keeps you steady.
If you said something awkward, you are allowed to let it go. Most people are thinking about their own lives, not your one sentence.
If You Went With Friends or a Date
Queer and neurodivergent friendships are often built on honesty and care. Use that.
Send a simple message: “Got home safe. I had a good time. My brain is fried, I’m going to be quiet today.”
If you left early, you do not need to apologise. Your capacity is not a personal failure.
If You Masked the Whole Night
This is the part people forget. Masking can make a good night feel like a hangover.
Give yourself permission to be flat the next day.
Do one comfort activity that has zero productivity attached to it.
If you can, plan your next festival outing as a low-capacity night to rebalance.
Emergency “I Did Too Much” Rescue Kit
If you are shaky, teary, overstimulated, or feeling dread for no reason:
Water
Something salty
Something sweet
A dark room
A weighted blanket or heavy duvet
One person you trust, or one message you can copy and paste: “Hey, I’m safe, just overstimulated. Can you chat for a bit?”
Twinless starts with a premise that could’ve become Sundance filler in less careful hands. Two men meet in a twin bereavement support group, form an unlikely friendship, and stumble towards healing. Instead, writer-director James Sweeney turns that setup into something more jagged and personal. It’s funny in a way that catches in your throat, and it refuses to sand down the ugly bits of loneliness.
The basics. Roman (Dylan O’Brien) and Dennis (Sweeney) bond quickly as they search for an identity without their “other half”. They become inseparable until old wounds reopen and the friendship begins to show its cracks. Twinless hits UK and Irish cinemas on 6 February 2026.
Twinless is disarmingly funny, then quietly brutal, then funny again like it didn’t just hit you with that.
What Twinless Gets Right Is The Awkward Stuff
Sweeney understands that grief doesn’t arrive as a tidy little character arc. It shows up as bad decisions. It shows up as clinginess. It shows up in all the ways you don’t want it to, because there really is no right way to grieve.
Twinless lets its characters be embarrassing and complicated without treating them like a punchline. It’s not interested in inspirational speeches. It’s interested in the small, weird ways people try to survive themselves, then accidentally drag someone else into it.
Dylan O’Brien Is The Engine Here
Roman is written as someone who looks uncomplicated from the outside. Friendly. A bit dopey. Maybe a little dangerous if you push him. O’Brien plays all of that at once, and that’s the trick. He doesn’t chase the easy laugh, and he doesn’t soften Roman into something palatable. You can see the heartbreak bubbling under the surface even when Roman’s being charming.
It makes sense that this is the performance people keep circling. Twinless gives O’Brien room to be funny, bruised, and unpredictable in the same scene, and he never drops the emotional thread.
It’s Also A Film With A Proper Sense Of Craft
Twinless has a deliberate visual mood, and that matters because the story is constantly balancing comfort and menace.
One critic described the Portland setting as shot in “lovely chiaroscuro”, lulling and unsettling at the same time, and that’s a useful way to frame the film’s vibe without giving anything away. The score is by Jung Jae-il, and it leans into aching strings and wistful piano rather than telegraphing emotions like a neon sign.
A Queer Story That Trusts You To Keep Up
Twinless also avoids a trap that a lot of queer films fall into. It doesn’t stop to lecture. It doesn’t translate every piece of vernacular for the imagined straight audience. It trusts you to read the room and sit with discomfort. Use your brain. Use context clues. You’ll figure it out.
That trust makes the film feel more specific and more honest, even when it’s being outrageous.
Verdict
Twinless is the rare dark comedy that commits. It doesn’t use grief as a gimmick, and it doesn’t tidy its characters up for the sake of making them likable. It’s messy, funny, and sharp-edged, anchored by a memorable performance from Dylan O’Brien.
If you like your comedy neat and comforting, this won’t be your thing. If you like a film that makes you laugh and then immediately question why you laughed, put it on your list.
Twinless opens in UK and Irish cinemas on 6 February 2026.
Official Trailer
Accessibility Snapshot
What we can confirm from public listings as of 28 January 2026 (features may vary by cinema and session).
Category
Feature
Options
Notes
Visual Safety
Flashing/Flickering Lights Warning
Confirmed
Flickering or flashing lights may affect viewers with photosensitive epilepsy.
Subtitles
Subtitle Options
Confirmed
Subtitle options, including OCAP. Availability depends on cinema programming.
Audio
Audio Description Sessions
Not Confirmed
Not publicly listed in the supplied materials. Check your local cinema accessibility page.
Environment
Sensory-Friendly Sessions
Not Confirmed
Some cinemas run these independently. Check session tags and cinema notes.
Text & UI
Caption Styling Options
Not Confirmed
Not publicly listed. Cinema/session dependent.
Disclaimer: Accessibility provisions are cinema-specific and can change. If you need a particular accommodation, confirm directly with your cinema or ticketing provider before booking.
TLDR;
Twinless is a dark comedy about grief, loneliness, and the kind of friendship that can heal you or hollow you out.
Written and directed by James Sweeney, starring Dylan O’Brien, Sweeney, Aisling Franciosi, and Lauren Graham.
Enter Shikari have announced a big ol’ 2026 touring year that covers three very different flavours of chaos. They’re returning to UK arena stages in November, taking some of their biggest-ever European headline shows, and then swinging back to Australia in May for a headline run with Grandson (opener still TBA).
There are some spicy milestones tucked in here, too. This includes their first-ever Glasgow arena show, their biggest Manchester show, and two nights at London’s Alexandra Palace. Over in Europe, they’ve flagged their first German headline arena show.
Also, a genuinely good thing. Every ticket sold for the UK shows includes a £1 donation to Music Venue Trust, supporting grassroots venues.
UK And Europe Tickets, Presales, And The Important Dates
If you’re buying tickets while half-asleep and whispering “please don’t crash” at your browser, here’s the clean version.
UK + Europe General Sale:10 am GMT / 11 am CET, 30 January 2026
UK + Europe Fan Presale: starts 10 am GMT / 11 am CET, 28 January 2026 (Future Historians + mailing list)
Australia General Sale:10 am local time, 2 February 2026
Australia Presales: Fan presales start Thursday, 29 January (per Enter Shikari)
Australia DAL Presale: Signup sends links Thursday, 29 January; presale begins Friday, 30 January
UK Arena Dates And Support Acts
For the UK shows, they’ll be joined by Holding Absence and The Callous Daoboys.
Date (Nov 2026)
City
Venue
13 Nov
Nottingham
Motorpoint Arena
14 Nov
Cardiff
Utilita Arena
15 Nov
Hull
Connexin Live
18 Nov
Glasgow
OVO Hydro
19 Nov
Manchester
Co-op Live
20 Nov
London
Alexandra Palace
21 Nov
London
Alexandra Palace
Australia Tour Dates, Price, And The One Show Grandson Isn’t Playing
Australia gets a full headline run in May 2026, joined by Grandson on all shows except Coolum. Tickets are listed at $109.90.
Date (May 2026)
City
Venue
Notes
14 May
Fremantle
Metropolis
18+
16 May
Adelaide
Hindley Street Music Hall
18+
17 May
Melbourne
Forum
18+
19 May
Frankston
Pier Bandroom
18+
21 May
Newcastle
King Street Bandroom
18+
22 May
Sydney
Enmore Theatre
LIC AA
23 May
Brisbane
The Tivoli
18+
24 May
Coolum
Blackflag Brewing
Grandson not appearing
Perth readers, yes, Fremantle is first. We love an opening-night hometown-adjacent win.
Accessibility Snapshot
What we can confirm from public listings as of 28 January 2026 (features may vary by venue and may change).
Category
Feature
Options
Notes
Ticketing
UK Ticket Donation
Confirmed
£1 from every UK ticket supports Music Venue Trust.
Venue Access
Step-Free Access
Not confirmed
Varies by venue. Check the specific venue’s accessibility page before buying.
Seating
Accessible Viewing Areas
Not confirmed
Varies by venue configuration and ticket type.
Companion Tickets
Carer/Companion Entry
Not confirmed
Usually venue-specific policies. Check venue/ticketing provider details.
Sensory
Strobe/Lighting Warnings
Not confirmed
Check venue notes closer to show dates.
Communication
Auslan/Interpreted Options
Not confirmed
Not publicly listed in tour materials. Contact venue/promoter if required.
Disclaimer: Accessibility provisions are venue-specific and can change. If you need a particular accommodation, confirm directly with the venue or ticketing provider before purchasing.
TLDR;
Enter Shikari are doing UK arena shows in November 2026, plus major European headline dates, then returning to Australia in May 2026 with Grandson (opener TBA).
UK + Europe general sale is 30 January 2026 at 10 am GMT / 11 am CET.
Australia’s general sale is on 2 February 2026 at 10 am local time.
Australia dates run 14–24 May, starting in Fremantle.
UK tickets include a £1 donation to Music Venue Trust.
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