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WA Poets Inc

presents

2024

PERTH

POETRY

FESTIVAL

The Art of Poetry

REIMAGINING POETRY—A NEW ERA OF INSPIRATION

Words broke free, creativity flowed, and voices soared!

For those who joined us, magic unfolded.
For those who missed, the promise of yet another festival awaits.

The Perth Poetry Festival 2024 has officially wrapped up, marking its 20th anniversary with an extraordinary celebration of words and creativity! In the months leading up to three unforgettable days and over the trailing weeks, Perth became a vibrant hub of poetic brilliance, dynamic performances, inspiring workshops, and cultural exchange.

We are grateful to everyone who joined us from August 23-25, in the lead-on and the follow-up program, participating in our electrifying events, workshops, and discussions. With stunning new venues, reduced ticket prices, and an array of free events, this year’s festival truly embraced the diverse world of poetry. The theme, “The Art of Poetry,” enchanted audiences with multi-dimensional, art-infused, cross-collaborations of art, sculpture, theatre, exhibitions, performance, and ekphrasis, leaving lasting inspiration for poets and poetry lovers alike.

Stay tuned for exciting announcements about future events and new opportunities to immerse yourself in the magic of poetry in 2025. Until then, thank you for making the 2024 festival a resounding success!

Thank you

for being part of this poetic journey—

your presence made the magic complete!

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An Acknowledgement

WA Poets Inc, in conjunction with the Perth Poetry Festival, respectfully acknowledges that our events and activities are held on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people, part of the Noongar nation, which spans across the South West of Western Australia.

We acknowledge the significance of this continuing cultural heritage and the role it plays in the life of the region known today as Perth. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples attending our events.

In recognition of the impacts of colonisation, and in the spirit of reconciliation, WA Poets Inc and the Perth Poetry Festival are committed to creating spaces that honour Indigenous voices, narratives, and perspectives. Our aim is to foster an inclusive and diverse poetry community that actively engages in allyship, listening, and learning from the traditional custodians of the land.

We understand the importance of representation on our stages and are dedicated to collaborating with and supporting groups who have been historically marginalised. We also acknowledge the need to improve accessibility in all aspects of our operations, from our events to our online presence, and appreciate your patience and understanding as we strive to meet best practices in accessibility.

As the Perth Poetry Festival welcomes participants from across Australia and around the world, we wish to extend our acknowledgment to the First Nations peoples of all regions. Australia’s Indigenous peoples possess the world’s oldest living cultures, with rich traditions of storytelling, art, and connection to the land that continue to influence and enrich our national identity. We celebrate the contributions of First Nations peoples to poetry and the arts, both within Australia and globally, and commit to amplifying these voices throughout our festival.

Through our work, WA Poets Inc and the Perth Poetry Festival hope to contribute to a more inclusive, respectful, and aware community, mindful of our shared history and the powerful role poetry and storytelling can play in healing and connection.

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