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Solstice 26 – we are off and running

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There was quite the buzz at the Ballarat North Bowling Club on Sunday 3 May for the draw of the Solstice 26 combinations.

With 20 of the 24 writers present and a similar percentage of the participating artists, there was quite the hubbub, with all but one of the exhibition’s artworks also on show.

Once the pairings had been drawn – randomly from two stylish hats – it was time for a natter as well as some serious photographing and note taking as the writers had a chance to meet the artists (talk of inspirations and intents was not on the table) and survey their assigned works.

The writers now have a fortnight to compose their drafts before proofing and production ahead of the exhibition, running 19-21 June at the bowling club.

The launch is at 6pm on the 19th, with the exhibition open 10am-4pm both weekend days. More details to come!

SHAC chair Cliff Adeney and Words Out Loud co-curator Jason Nahrung kick off the draw. Picture: Neale Thompson
Some of the crowd as the assignments are drawn. Picture: Neale Thompson

Words Out Loud shines a light on the longest night

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june words out loud posterWords Out Loud dives into the winter solstice on Thursday June 21 at the Printers Room, in the basement of Sebastiaans at the corner of Mair and Lydiard streets.

Mark the theme of “out of the night” as the wheel of the year turns, or not, with prose, poetry and stories, or simply enjoy the evening in the warm and welcoming Printers Room and the company of fellow wordsmiths and word lovers.

The full menu will be available, as well as a $20 two-course meal deal, so you can nourish body as well as mind and, dare we say it, soul.

The spoken word event encourages poets, writers and raconteurs to share their work, or favourite pieces by others, for five-minute open mic sessions on the third Thursday of each month (unless otherwise advertised). The theme isn’t compulsory.

Enter via Mair St. Drink and food available before and during. Take in the (chilly) air in the beer garden. Enjoy the show from couches, the tables or a seat by the bar. Gold coin donation appreciated. Performances begin from 7pm.

This is a great opportunity to road test new material, celebrate a success or share some inspiration, or simply enjoy a diverse range of spoken word.

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