Poetry is far from disappearing from the arts scene, Tasmanian Poetry Festival director Cameron Hindrum says.
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While the internet had an impact on poetry, it was mainly as a platform to showcase work, he said.
Australia’s finest contemporary poets and first-time poets will converge on the Tasmanian Poetry Festival, starting with night readings on Friday night, to celebrate the written word in a series of readings.
The annual Tasmanian Poetry Festival has been running since 1985, but this year it would be based at St Ailbe’s Hall on Margaret Street, Hindrum said.
Expect poetry readings, open mic sessions, meeting fellow literature lovers and the Launceston Poetry Cup on Saturday night, he said.
Guest poet Amelia Walker said poetry had experienced a “resurgence” as the internet enabled people to feature their work and express themselves across the world.
Events cost $10 each, with weekend passes available from $40 to $60. Tickets can be bought online at www.trybooking.com or from Petrarch’s Bookshop.
Check www.taspoetryfest.org for more details.
