Windswept slamCome along to watch or take part, we run the regular poetry slam in collaboration with the Mt Vic Hub called Windswept Slam. It's a warm, inviting space where you can get to know the format and the people involved. If you're new to poetry or slam, bring some friends along and enjoy the show. If you'd like to take part (or you're a competitive soul), email kiaora@motifpoetry.co.nz and sign up. It's open to everyone!
Winners will go through to the Wellington Regional Poetry Slam Final. What: Poetry Slam Where: Clyde Quay School When: Check our facebook page for details |
poetry in motion
Wellington's long running poetry open mic is Poetry in Motion Wellington. 'PiM' also books local and visiting poets to perform longer sets. If you're a touring poet and want to be considered as a featured poet, you can contact lead producer Travis Cottreau via the Poetry in Motion facebook page, or by using the contact form here.
What: Open Mic + Featured Poet
Where: Fringe Bar, 26 Allen Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
When: Every month, check our facebook page or the Poetry in Motion facebook page for details
What: Open Mic + Featured Poet
Where: Fringe Bar, 26 Allen Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
When: Every month, check our facebook page or the Poetry in Motion facebook page for details
chill with us
Get amongst! We'd love a hand, and there's no better way to make friends, get comfortable, and hear about opportunities than by getting involved. You could volunteer with us, help out at events, share your poetry at open mics or slams, or become one of our MCs.
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Join our facebook group Motif Poetry: Wellington to get community updates, see events that are coming up and watch some of our poetry videos. We often run festival events, feature travelling poets and and other one-off events, so keep in touch to hear the latest.
If you're unsure about getting involved, drop us a message and we will do whatever we can to help you on your poetry journey.
If you're unsure about getting involved, drop us a message and we will do whatever we can to help you on your poetry journey.