The news from my recent poetry tour.
English Teachers conference
Yesterday I presented a session at the English Teachers Association NSW annual conference. With the theme #LetsCreate, the conference offered… Read more English Teachers conference
Spoken-word poetry in education: Best practice guide
What are the best ways to use spoken-word poetry in education? A brief review of the research.
Touring to Sydney, Newcastle, Wollongong soon
My poetry tour kicks off soon with dates in Nov-Dec 2018
Why orality matters to me
From the moment I first experienced it, I have been in love with live poetry. Live poetry lives in the… Read more Why orality matters to me
SLAMCRAFT: Flow
The concept of ‘flow’ is important for spoken-word poetry. Here I discuss 3 aspects of flow and how you can invite it into your writing practice.
SLAMCRAFT: Tell the truth
This post explores the relationship of spoken-word poetry to truth-telling, and how we can be authentic and purposeful with our words.
Live poetry and spoken-word
A list of regular events, festivals and competitions in Australia.
A turning point for spoken-word poetry in schools
For the first time in NSW, ‘performance poetry’ is now part of the English syllabus. Two poets have been listed… Read more A turning point for spoken-word poetry in schools
SLAMCRAFT: Memorization
How do I memorize my poems? Here are a few tips.
