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Gala Night

August 23 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

$30



The Perth Poetry Festival Gala Night is set to be an unforgettable evening of poetic brilliance, captivating performances, and heartfelt celebrations. Step into a world where poetry echoes through grand halls… Join us at the historic Perth Town Hall for a night that promises to enchant poetry enthusiasts and punters alike.

Event Highlights:

  • Welcome to Country: A warm and heartfelt ceremony presented by Simon Forrest and Dylan Collard.
  • Exciting video works from acclaimed poet Alicia Sometimes featuring visuals by Dr Andrea Rassell, with sound by plyanci.
  • Author of Moon Wrasse, Dr Willo Drummond, ready to enthral.
  • Powerful new poetry from award-winning poet Reneé Pettitt-Schipp.
  • A powerful environmental spoken word mixed media installation by Yael Harris.
  • South West Region representation from the vibrant and electrifying Sari Bennet.
  • New ecopoetics from Josephine Clarke, Nandi Chinna, and Rose van Son collaborating as Somewhere Under The Sun.
  • Live cello from Kevin Gillam.
  • International words of poetic wisdom from India’s Tanmoy Chakraborty.
  • A music collaboration featuring songs inspired by Rabindranath Tagore’s works, performed by Rachel Hull and SoulReserve.
  • The rich and resounding music of the extraordinary poet-cellist, Kevin Gillam!!

Hosted by:

The one and only — Scott Patrick-Mitchell

Featured Performers:

  • Charmaine Papertalk-Green: Festival Patron and Keynote speaker.
  • Willo Drummond (NSW)
  • Sari Bennett (Regional WA)
  • Renee Pettit-Schipp: (Regional WA)
  • Under the Sun: Environmental Poetry featuring Josephine Clarke, Nandi Chinna, and Rose van Son.
  • Alicia Sometimes (NSW)
  • Lakshmi Kanchi & Rachel Hull: Musical interpretation of the poetry of Tagore.
  • International guests: Tanmoy Chakraborty (India)

Poetry d’Amour Awards:

Celebrate the winners and launch of this year’s anthology.

Additional Information:

  • Snacks and Bites: Included with your ticket.
  • Bar: With a selection of wine and beverages available for purchase.

Don’t miss this extraordinary celebration of poetry at the Perth Poetry Festival Gala Night. Secure your tickets now and be part of this magnificent celebration of poetry.

Details

Date:
August 23
Time:
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Cost:
$30
Event Category:
Event Tags:
Website:
https://events.humanitix.com/ppf2024-gala

Venue

Perth Town Hall
601 Hay Street
Perth,6000Australia
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Phone
+61 8 9461 3555