Centre for Stories
Upcoming Events
Join us for a range of events throughout the year, including live storytelling, conversations, writing and poetry workshops, and more.
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Almost Gone A Whole New World: Fantasy Writing Workshop
Apr 17
Learn how to write fantasy from Madeline Te Whiu, the debut author of the 'Soul Thief' trilogy. Explore subjects such as creating your own world, character arcs, avoiding info-dumping, and other essential aspects of the genre.
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Writing Change, Writing Inclusion Get Together
Apr 18
Open for Writing Change, Writing Inclusion participants and mentors, let's celebrate the end of this wonderful 3-year project.
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Apr 20 - May 18
Your monthly Saturday evening poetry writing and reading community, guided by author and poet SoulReserve.
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Apr 23 - Jun 20
An opportunity for mob to work on their writing, get feedback and be inspired by other First Nations authors.
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Ethics of Stories and Representation for the Stage
Apr 24
A workshop designed for emerging playwrights and curious writers to create pathways to the development of universal stories for the stage.
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Write Night
Apr 30
Do you struggle to carve out distraction free writing time? Are you looking for a safe group environment to work on your writing? Would you like to meet other writers in your community? Then this group is for you!
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Fundamentals of Screenwriting with Perun Bonser
May 4
Learn the basics of storytelling for the screen with this interactive workshop from writer/director Perun Bonser.
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Write Night
May 14
Do you struggle to carve out distraction free writing time? Are you looking for a safe group environment to work on your writing? Would you like to meet other writers in your community? Then this group is for you!
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Self-Editing Your Manuscript: Copy Editing
May 18
Before you submit your manuscript, how do you make sure it’s the best it can be? Join Jess Gately and she teaches you how to assess elements of language, grammar and punctuation in your own novel by yourself.
Past Events
Events ArchiveFestivals
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Backstories
THIS EVENT HAS PASSED A multi-sited storytelling festival that takes place across backyards in Perth and regional Western Australia. Come along for amazing stories, live local music, and great company.
Go to the Backstories page -
Side Walks
THIS EVENT HAS PASSED Our annual pop-up festival of storytelling, literature, and ideas is held in unique venues across the Perth CBD and Northbridge. This curated whirlwind of talks, performances, and readings will get you moving and thinking while showcasing our homegrown talent.
Go to the Side Walks page