Invitation to the launch of
Words on the Wind
image: photo Anne E Stewart of library window designed and installed by Penguin
Words on the Wind is a series of free
storytelling shows coming to the new Library at the Dock, running from July
through to December 2014. Nine storytellers from Storytelling Australia
Victoria have crafted six compelling tales to reflect
their relationship to this part of Melbourne’s Docklands. They will explore the
history and environment of Victoria Harbor, a corner of Melbourne steeped in
tales of mystery and intrigue, not to mention major engineering works!
Project Director and
professional storyteller, Anne E Stewart said, “Words on the Wind is inspired
by a visit to the Scottish Storytelling Centre in Edinburgh where storytelling
for
adults is integral to the profile of the 1st City of Literature”. Anne dreamt of somewhere comparable in
Melbourne, and with the support of Paula Kelly, Manager of the Melbourne
Library Service the series was conceived. “For our storytellers to grow and
develop repertoire, they need challenging projects, good venues and fair
remuneration. The Library at The Dock is a new meeting place and a chance for
traditional storytelling to shine.”
- Words on the Wind launch: Thursday 24 July
- TIME: 5.00 pm drinks and nibbles
- First Show: The Go-Between: William Murrungurk Buckley Jan “Yarn” Wositzky
- The Library at the Dock directions HERE
August 21: Niki na Meadhra Doors open 5.30 pm
September 18: Jackie Kerin and Teena Hartnett Doors open 5.30pm
October 16: Anne E Stewart Doors open 5.30pm
November 20: Andrew McKenna and Peter Fernon Doors open 6.30pm
December 18: Simon Oats and Roslyn Quin Doors open 5.30 pm
*Words on the Wind is supported by the City of Melbourne in partnership with the Melbourne Library Service
