Writing for Performance

Description

Whether you're looking for a launch pad into performance writing or looking to develop your skills, join Stephanie Mylan for an interactive workshop to nail the craft.

Performance writing is the art of combining written work and how it’s delivered to create a piece that connects and engages with its audience. It’s more than reading one’s work out loud and focuses on the experience of both the writer as well as the audience. Spoken word poetry, theatre and play scripts are just some examples of performance writing and the many ways writing can blend into live performance. 

No prior experience to writing or performing is necessary to participate in the workshop. This is an inclusive space designed for all skill levels and backgrounds. 

About the facilitator

Stephanie Joy Mylan is the honeydew in your morning tea. As a lesbian Filipino writer and creator, she seeks to explore the many multitudes of connection, love and sensuality. Her list of features and contributions for creative spaces involving The Gathered Sound, Draw Your Swords, The Art Gallery of South Australia, Jauma Fest, Feast Festival, Writers SA’s Context Festival and Splinter Journal, highlights that she is no stranger to performing or expanding her craft into multiple creative forms. While spoken word poetry has become Stephanie’s main creative discipline, she navigates her life with a reverence that art is all encompassing and deeply collective.

Hero image by David Alvasd, Unsplash

FAQs

How do I get to the State Library by public transport?

The 'State Library, Art Gallery, Museum' tram-stop is just outside the State Library. There are bus stops close by, near the War Memorial on North Terrace. The closest train station is the Adelaide city station on North Terrace.

You can plan your journey via Adelaide Metro.

Is there car parking near the State Library?

The nearest car park is Wilson's Adelaide Central car park, 225 North Terrace, next to David Jones.

There is paid (metered) street parking along Kintore Ave and Victoria Drive.

Where is the wheelchair and stroller access?

Access to the Spence Wing first floor and the Mortlock Chamber is via the lift in the glass foyer entrance of the library.

There is on-street disabled parking available on the nearby roads. View more information and maps of Adelaide City Council's Disability parking for permit holders.

How do I check if the Mortlock Chamber is open when I plan to visit?

The Mortlock Chamber may close for private events, check our opening hours for any closure times.

When it is open you can visit the Mortlock Chamber on the ground floor to look at the exhibition bays.  The upper levels of the Mortlock Wing include quiet study areas.

Is there a cafe at the State Library?

Yes, the State Library Cafe is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm and Saturdays from 12 to 4pm.

Find out more about the cafe and resident organisations at the State Library.