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A woman singing on stage in front of a red curtain with string lights. She is wearing a tiger print dress, holding a black hat in one hand and a small paper in the other. She has dark, curly hair and tattoos on her arms.
A woman with dark hair wearing a patterned dress, pearl necklace, and hoop earrings, holding a black hat in her left hand, singing into a microphone on a stage with red curtains and string lights in the background.
A woman standing on stage in front of a red curtain with string lights, holding a black hat and looking thoughtfully.

MISTRESS OF CEREMONIES AND FOUNDER OF THE WORDCRAFT OPEN STAGE

Since lockdown, we have been facilitating open mic stages for all of our voices.

We welcome people of all backgrounds, identities, colours and character to gather in harmony and revel in the joy of our stories.

On our stages, we celebrate our humanity, raw and in process. People of all walks of life share poems, stories, songs and truthful reflections on their lives, loves and losses.

We have been through many waves and tumbles as a collective and believe deeply in striving towards are healthier humanity.

All levels of experience are welcome. We have a range of segments that alternate every show, so you never know what’s coming. Like life xx

A woman with a bun hairstyle, gold hoop earrings, and dark clothing is reading a piece of paper in a dark, nighttime setting illuminated by warm, out-of-focus lights.

BOOK LAUNCH

(my most recent chapbook - crumbs…)

A woman in a tight, tiger-stripe dress holding a microphone on a pole at a lively indoor event with people seated at tables, warm lighting, and decorative string lights in the background.

STAGECRAFT
An exclusive opportunity for Wordcraft Writers to be coached live, on stage — 1:1 clients only.

Not a workshop. Not a critique on paper. This is hands-on, in-the-moment coaching — refining your delivery, your presence, your voice — while you're actually on the mic.
A rare opportunity not offered at any other open mic.

Stagecraft is exclusive to my 1:1 clients as part of our work together.

Two women on stage in front of red curtains with string lights, smiling and holding each other, one wearing leopard print pants and the other in a black top and white shorts.

LIBBY LAMB
Audience member → Wordcraft regular → self-published author → facilitator.

Check her out here

A welcome to the world card and a document on a wooden table, with a pen placed on top of the document.

HOMEWORK OVER JAZZ
- this is where you contribute to the show, even if you’re here only to receive. We share these slips on stage and play with what comes up.

People share about writing, art,
creativity and expression in live conversation throughout the show.

Two women with dark hair laughing and celebrating on stage in front of a red curtain with string lights. One is holding a microphone, and both are wearing colorful, patterned outfits.

DECEMBER’S KARAOKE

We have a range of segments with which we rotate and experiment. Come join us August 25th for our next Season at Bar 303 in Northcote!

VCOSS Sector Summit
Reimagine What’s Possible

As an award-winning poet and literary judge, this is where my craft becomes your gift. Every poem I make on the day is born from the room itself — the conversations, the speeches, the energy in the air — distilled into a piece of art you get to use as further content.

Art that celebrates the work and the people who live it.

Tedx Maldon - Rethinking the Purpose of Cancel Culture

A culture is alive. Each mindset, each action either nurtures or starves it. In the height of cancel culture, the act of mass shaming someone due to their socially unacceptable actions, young people are reporting more and more their fear of ostracisation. What is its antidote? How does being cancelled impact a person? What does a culture of this nature socially and psychologically do to us? It’s time to ask these questions and explore how we as leaders step up for our youth and feed the culture we want to leave behind.

CONTACT ME

Melbourne City
‘Feel the Sound.’

From my archives -

This eight-minute drone show ran in Victoria Harbour in 2022. ‘Melbourne, Feel the Sound’, is a poem about emerging into our lives again and rediscovering Melbourne, by local artist Ren Alessandra, winner of the National Poetry Slam 2020. The unique aerial display was developed by drone art company Celestial. Summer Nights Drone Show was presented by City of Melbourne with support from the Victorian Government and Development Victoria.

Proudly, this poem was a first draft written in a surge of pride and excitement to write for my home city emerging from lockdown.

The Council bought immediately and the whole experience was deeply affirming.

BOOK WREN

From Our Clients

  • A woman singing into a microphone at an indoor event, holding a smartphone in her hand, with colorful string lights hanging in the background.

    "I cannot recommend Wordcraft Spoken Word workshops and events enough! These spaces are fun, safe and full of connection. No matter where you are at in your writing journey, Wordcraft is a space for anyone and everyone!" Michelle O'Hanahran

  • A woman with shoulder-length hair and earrings is smiling and holding a pink card that reads "WREN RAPTURE". She is wearing a blue and purple striped dress with off-the-shoulder sleeves, seated at a table with a lit candle and some papers in front of her.

    "I learnt that my voice is relevant. People want to hear what I have to share. That my creative sharing is not burdensome.

  • "Many could operationally deliver a group workshop, 1:1 writing consult or spoken word event, but it's your authentic generosity, supportive demeanor and curiosity-driven approach to facillitation that makes you so wonderful to work with." - Jennifer Weber - Wordcraft Writer

  • A man with gray hair sitting on the edge of a bed with his left hand resting on the mattress. He is wearing a blue sweater and beige pants, against a plain off-white wall with a shadow cast on the right side.

    "I've been writing since I was a child and never really did anything with it. After working with you, I've developed courage and confidence in sharing my work and putting myself out there. " - Talia Van Horrsen - Wordcraft Writer

An elderly woman singing into a microphone on stage with her eyes closed and a joyful expression.
Two women hugging each other at a lively indoor event with colorful string lights and a marketplace or expo setting in the background.
A black-and-white photo of a person raising their hand, clicking along to poetry in comraderie, among a crowd of seated people, with some blurry faces visible.
People attending a cultural event, some holding signs that say 'Go Poet' and 'Hi poet,' in a room with colorful artwork on the walls.
A woman with red hair and patterned top performs on stage with a microphone, in front of a colorful mural of a man's face with blue eyes.
A group of five people sitting around a table in a meeting room. There are notes, drinks, and snacks on the table. Large windows let in natural light, and red chairs are positioned around the table and along the wall.
A man with dark hair, wearing a gray shirt and colorful scarf, speaking into a microphone on a stage decorated with colorful, abstract background art and string lights.
Black and white photo of a person singing passionately into a microphone, with their hands gesturing, on a stage with string lights overhead.
A group of ten diverse people are smiling and posing together in front of a green curtain, some making peace signs, at what appears to be a celebration or gathering.
A man and a woman face each other in close proximity, engaging in an intense conversation or debate. The man has light-colored hair and glasses, wearing a white shirt, and is gesturing with his finger. The woman has dark, curly hair, earrings, and a
A woman with red hair speaking or reading into a microphone while holding a notebook in a room decorated with various artwork, plants, and string lights.
A woman with short dark hair and earrings speaking or reading into a microphone, holding a phone, in a room decorated with string lights.
A woman with long, wavy hair wearing a green spaghetti strap top is singing passionately into a microphone on stage with her eyes closed and hands raised.
A ginger and white long-haired cat sleeping on top of a notebook on a table.
Black and white photo of a woman with curly hair and a nose piercing, looking down while holding a decorative cup, with a microphone in front of her.
A young woman with long wavy hair smiling and looking to her left, holding a cup in her left hand, sitting in a crowded place with other people in the background.
Group of nine people posing together in a dimly lit room with painted artwork on the wall, some sitting on the floor and some standing, all smiling and making playful gestures.
A woman with long dark hair and hoop earrings speaking into a microphone at an indoor event with colorful murals and string lights in the background.
Students sitting at tables in a classroom, writing and studying with papers and notebooks, and a large screen on the wall displaying 'The King David School' logo.
Two women hugging and smiling at a party or celebration under colorful string lights.