Upcoming events.
Australian Poetry Film Contest
The Australian Poetry Film Contest is an event entirely devoted to the celebration and showcase of poetry film. Poetry film or video poetry is a fast-growing art form that combines poetry, moving images, sound and music. We would like to invite film-makers and poets of any age and backgrounds to participate in the first edition of the Festival which will be in November 2024 in Guyra. In particular, we encourage the submission of innovative and eclectic takes on poetry film as a distinct media form.
Poets on the Mountain Festival @ Guyra 2024
Four spring days celebrating Australian Poetry in the magnificent Arcadia Theatre, home of the Australian Poetry Hall of Fame.
Featuring: the Comedy Poetry Championship, poetry writing and performance workshops, performances, Poetry Film Festival, Comedy Poetry Championship.
Poetry Workshop Series
The Poetry Workshop series will get you both writing and performing poetry with some of Australia's Top Comedic Poets.
This series of workshops is available for everyone and attendance is flexible. If you are a "never wrote" beginner to seasoned performer then you will get something from these workshops.
Fishing for Poets Comedy Poetry Championship
Fishing for Funny Poets: Comedy Poetry Competition
Date: November 16th and 17th
Location: Australian Poetry Hall of Fame 144 Bradley St Guyra.
About the Competition:
Are you a wordsmith with a wicked sense of humour? Do you have a knack for turning everyday life into comedic gold? If so, then the Fishing for Funny Poets: Comedy Poetry Competition is just for you!
We're searching for the funniest, most original, and most entertaining poetry out there. Whether you prefer to perform your work on stage or submit it in written form, we want to hear from you.
Categories:
Performance: Showcase your comedic timing and stage presence as you deliver your poetry live.
Written: Submit your written poetry for evaluation by our panel of judges.
Prizes:
Monetary prizes will be awarded for the best poem. The winner, as well as those judged 'Highly Commended' or 'Commended', will receive a Certificate. How to Enter:
Register: Go to the Downloads page, download the form, email it to 1english1@gmail.com Pay the entry fee via Direct Deposit (details on entry form)
Submit: Submission by email mailto:1english1@gmail.com
Judging Criteria:
Originality
Humor
Creativity
Performance (for performance category)
Rules and Regulations:
Comedy Poetry Performance Competition 2024
The Australian Poetry Hall of Fame accepts that “Freedom of speech is imperative” and , in the strongest possible terms, recognises and accepts that at times the inclusion, of content that could be considered offensive to any individual or group, and that the individual poet is responsible for all content submitted.
Competitors have a 7 minute time-slot in which to perform. Penalties will apply if time is exceeded.
Competitors are judged on entertainment value, presentation skills and selection of material.
Poems that have won first place in a competition should not be performed by the same poet in future years, in the same competition.
Competitors in the Final are required to present a different poem. IE. your heat and final poem must be different.
Poems performed in the Comedy Performance Poetry Competition must “performed” I.E. be recited from memory and not read.
Poems performed in the Junior Comedy Poetry Competition may be read, but 10 penalty points will apply.
Poems performed in the Novice/Guyra Local Bush Poets Class may be read, but 10 penalty points will apply.
Entrants reciting must confirm that it is wholly their own work.
Judges' decisions are final and discussions are not entered into with the entrant.
Comedy Poetry Written Competition 2024
No limit to number of entries and no line limit to poems
The Australian Poetry Hall of Fame accepts that “Freedom of speech is imperative” and , in the strongest possible terms, recognises and accepts that at times the inclusion, in content that could be considered offensive to any individual or group, and that the individual poet is responsible for all content submitted.
Copies of poems submitted for Competition must not display the name of the Author.
The poem/s must be sent electronically, unless this is not available, in which case they must be presented as follows: typed on white A4 size paper, with black printing in a plain font, size 10-12, with the name of the poem headed on each subsequent page and be numbered and stapled, note: Electronic entry will avoid extra handling and cost by the entrant and avoid the possibility of a late entry due to a delay caused by Australia Post; we will print the number of copies required, at no extra cost. Poems submitted for Competition will not be returned to the Entrant.
Poems must be the original work of the entrant and must not have been previously published for the profit of the author.
A poem which has come first in any open written competition category is not permitted. If a poem should win one competition prior to the closing date of another competition in which the same poem is entered, the onus is on the author to notify the second competition organisers that his/her poem has become ineligible due to the contravention of entry conditions.
Copyright on all poems submitted for Competition remains with the Author, and copies of the poem(s) will not be subject to distribution to any outlet without the Author’s permission.
Poems are judged on entertainment value and story-telling methodology.
A poem, which in the opinion of the judge contains offensive material, will NOT be disqualified.
Judge’s decisions are final and shall not be disputed.
If a Competitor requires a copy of their Assessment Sheet (after the Winner and Placegetters have been officially announced), they must tick the box below and please add an extra $5 per poem.
Entrants declare that they are the sole author of the original work.
Contact Information:
James Warren 0423 478 656
Join us for two days of laughter, creativity, and unforgettable performances!
Guyra Trout Festival Market
Stall bookings are being taken for the Guyra Trout Festival market on the 5th of October. The market will be held indoors at the Australian Poetry Hall of Fame, protected from the weather. Get in soon to secure your spot. Call 0423 478 656 or email James 1english1@gmail.com
Misa a Buenos Aires - Tango Mass (Guyra)
Join Fiori Musicali chamber choir, soloist Leanne Roobol, and ensemble as they perform the Misa a Buenos Aires, the Tango Mass, by Argentinian composer and conductor, Martín Palmeri.
The Flower and the Fiddle- Cabaret
The Flower and the Fiddle: The Eclectic and Magical Music of Goldheist and Andrew Clermont. Arts North West On Tour presents The Flower & The Fiddle. This musical powerhouse duo features multi-instrumentalist Andrew Clermont and singer-songwriter GOLDHEIST Tickets include a light cabaret style meal.
APS Poetry Slam Guyra Heat
Returning to Guyra in 2024 is your opportunity to get into the state final in Sydney. We write revolutions!
Over 1000 writers release wild words on audiences across Australia. Poets break free from their notebook cages landing on a stage near you.
Australian Poetry Slam 2024 (APS ’24) invites you to cheer, snap, hold-up scorecards in this nation-wide celebration of spoken-wordsmiths.
APS ’24 is about unleashing your thoughts; launching mini-revolutions, like a chorus of kingfishers on a mission.
Writers let fly. Alight upon the mic for two minutes. Shout, call out, even softly warble your fresh lit.
APS Poetry Slam Workshop Guyra
Workshop facilitator Rob Waters is the 2023 Australian Poetry Slam Champion. The New South Wales poet won the National Final on 8 October 2023 in a tie with K.J. Hayward. Rob is a Gomeroi man with deep cultural connections to the North West of NSW. He is a proud father and grandfather and now lives with his partner on Darkinjung Country. Rob is a poet, storyteller, cultural educator and spoken word artist and has been performing and sharing Story for over 20 years.
Guyra Indoor Market
Guyra Indoor Craft Market supports small local entrepreneurs in selling their wares.
Guyra Indoor Market
Guyra Indoor Craft Market supports small local entrepreneurs in selling their wares.
Ash Grunwald
The quintessential bluesman Ash Grunwald performs in Guyra for the first time. Infectious foot stomping, good old fashion blues that instantly makes you want to get up and dance. Ash has released 9 studio albums and received 5 ARIA nominations but it is his relentless touring schedule and his committment to 'bring the music to the people' that has him scouring the map to play in just about any place that will have him, and one that has won him a legion of fans all over Australia and beyond. A staple of the many blues events staged arond Australia, his commitment to live work is never ending. Support an artist like this, come to one of his shows and we dare you to stay seated!
BOOK NOW FOR THIS FABULOUS EVENT. DOORS OPEN 4.30PM - WITH SUPPORT ARTIST CAMILLE TRAIL. CONCERT FINISH APPROX 8PM.
TERMS. Choose carefully as there is no refund or exchange once booked, if you change your mind or cannot make it due to illness, misadventure or any other reason.You will receive a confirmation once the booking is complete. If not, contact us and we will re issue. Organisers reserve the right to refuse admission to any person or to allow any person deemed disruptive to be allwed to stay in premises. Do not buy tickets from resellers. They will not be honoured at the door. All ages event so feel free to bring the kids if you promise to look after them. If you are part of a group , please try to arrive together & make sure you bring your ticket in hard copy or on your device.
Melodie D'Amore - Raffaele Pierno and Melissa Buchholz
Italian Tenor Raffaele Pierno will delight audiences with the greatest tenor solos of all time by artists such as Caruso, Pavarotti, Bocelli, Groban and Mario Lanza. He will be joined by associate artist Melissa Buchholz on piano.
Fiori Musicali present “Treasures from the Baroque”
Fiori's concert 'Treasures from the Baroque' at the Australian Poetry Hall of Fame is scheduled for 3pm on Saturday 6th April. More information will be added once the ticketing is completed.
Wednesday Words Open Mic Poetry Song Comedy
Wednesday Words Comedy, Music and Poetry Open mic is weekly with food available from Seahorse Medicine Cafe.
Gwyn Ashton-mojosoul tour 2024 Guyra
Appearing in Guyra for one night only. Gwyn Ashton is one of Europe and Australia's hardest working musicians, Ashton takes his audience on a mesmerising musical journey, from haunting lap slide instrumentals and acoustic ballads, to gut bucket National steel guitar bottleneck slide-driven blues and beyond.
Ashton is on the top of the list of the new wave of modern blues rock artists.
Wednesday Words Open Mic Poetry Song Comedy
Wednesday Words Comedy, Music and Poetry Open mic is weekly with food available from Seahorse Medicine Cafe.
Wednesday Words Open Mic Poetry Song Comedy
Wednesday Words Comedy, Music and Poetry Open mic is weekly with food available from Seahorse Medicine Cafe.
Wednesday Words Open Mic Poetry Song Comedy
Every Wednesday night we open the house, floor and mic to poets, song writers comedians and musicians from all walks of life to come and share their art, writing and passion. Even if you aren’t a poet you are welcome to come and listen to the poetry from poets past, and poets present.
Wednesday Words Open Mic Poetry Song Comedy
Every Wednesday night we open the house, floor and mic to poets, song writers comedians and musicians from all walks of life to come and share their art, writing and passion. Even if you aren’t a poet you are welcome to come and listen to the poetry from poets past, and poets present.
Fundraiser for Australian Poetry Film Contest
This isn't just about a film festival, it's about investing in the future of storytelling, in the power of creativity, and in the voices that yearn to be heard. Join us, become a patron of poetry and film, and let's make the Australian Poetry Film Festival a beacon of artistic expression, a testament to the human spirit, and a source of endless inspiration for generations to come.
Enhance Your Phone Images
Discover the amazing capabilities of your phone camera as well as how to enhance your images using freely available software. This workshop with award winning Gary Guest.
Wednesday Words Open Mic Poetry Song Comedy
Every Wednesday night we open the house, floor and mic to poets, song writers comedians and musicians from all walks of life to come and share their art, writing and passion. Even if you aren’t a poet you are welcome to come and listen to the poetry from poets past, and poets present.
Making Most of Your Phone Images
Discover the amazing capabilities of your phone camera as well as how to enhance your images using freely available software. This workshop with award winning Gary Guest.
Guyra Summer Festival Market
Experience the mesmerising Guyra Saturday Morning Market, nestled at the iconic Australian Poetry Hall of Fame. From 8:30am to 12:30pm, immerse yourself in a vibrant oasis of unique treasures and thrilling encounters.
Guyra Summer Festival Market
Experience the mesmerising Guyra Saturday Morning Market, nestled at the iconic Australian Poetry Hall of Fame. From 8:30am to 12:30pm, immerse yourself in a vibrant oasis of unique treasures and thrilling encounters.
Ally Row- A Night of Fun Folk
Touring from Woodford Folk Festival to Tamworth Country Music Festival - indie pop folk duo Ally Row are stopping by Guyra to play some folky music for you all!
An intimate and fun night at the beautiful Australian Poetry Hall of Fame, where we celebrate music and arts.
A great way to kick off the Lamb and Potato Festival 2024!
Guyra Summer Market
Experience the mesmerising Guyra Saturday Morning Market, nestled at the iconic Australian Poetry Hall of Fame. From 8:30am to 12:30pm, immerse yourself in a vibrant oasis of unique treasures and thrilling encounters.
Cassy Judy
Join Cassy Judy on her "Body Parts" Tour 2024, where she'll captivate you with her electrifying performance and stunning visuals.
Guyra Summer Market
Experience the mesmerising Guyra Saturday Morning Market, nestled at the iconic Australian Poetry Hall of Fame. From 8:30am to 12:30pm, immerse yourself in a vibrant oasis of unique treasures and thrilling encounters.
All Ages Summer Fridays Dance Party
Join us for an unforgettable summer celebration that's perfect for the whole family! Our Summer Dance Party is set to ignite the season with music, laughter, and fantastic vibes. Get ready to dance under the sun and create lasting memories with your loved ones.
Event Highlights: Tickets only. $5
New Year's Eve Burning Dance Party
Get ready to welcome 2024 in style at our electrifying all-ages event - the New Year's Eve Burning Dance Party! Starting at 7 PM on December 31st, 2023, our venue will transform into a vibrant celebration for families and friends alike. Highlights include: Burning Man Effigy Display, Family Friendly, Dance Music and Dance Floor, Refreshments from Seahorse Medicine Cafe, BYO BBQ (BBQ for cooking supplied)
Guyra Summer Market
Experience the mesmerising Guyra Saturday Morning Market, nestled at the iconic Australian Poetry Hall of Fame. From 8:30am to 12:30pm, immerse yourself in a vibrant oasis of unique treasures and thrilling encounters.
All Ages Summer Fridays Dance Party
Join us for an unforgettable summer celebration that's perfect for the whole family! Our Summer Dance Party is set to ignite the season with music, laughter, and fantastic vibes. Get ready to dance under the sun and create lasting memories with your loved ones.
Event Highlights: Tickets only. $5