Upcoming Events

Join us for a range of events throughout the year, including live storytelling, conversations, writing and poetry workshops, and more.

CANCELLED: Oral storytelling workshop with Ron Bradfield

Apr 19
Are you First Nations and want to share stories? Apply to attend a storytelling workshop with Ron Bradfield Jnr.
The Story of Your Life: A Writer's Journey with Rosemary Stevens

Apr 26 - May 31

Whether you're deepening an existing personal narrative or just beginning, this course will guide you through crafting memoirs, autobiographies, or narrative nonfiction.
May 8 - Jun 11
An opportunity for mob to work on their writing, get feedback and be inspired by other First Nations authors.
- May 8
- Jun 11
Sunday Session Fundraiser with Neil Fernandes

May 11

Join us for a heartfelt and unforgettable Sunday Session at Centre for Stories as we celebrate our 10th birthday with live music, stories, and community spirit.
Past & Parallel Lives: In Conversation with Kaya Ortiz and Ange Seen Yang

May 22

Join us for an enlightening evening as we delve into Past & Parallel Lives, the award-winning debut poetry collection by Kaya Ortiz. This compelling work reflects on themes of identity, migration, and queerness, offering a courageous departure from past lives toward a queer future and a poetic return to self.

Past Events

Festivals

Backstories Events

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 Events 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