Wise Words – A Night of Intergenerational Storytelling
THU
5
Feb
THU
5
Feb
Date: Thursday 5 February, 2026
Time: 6.30p.m. – 8.30p.m.
Address: 75 Reid St, Fitzroy North
An evening of intergenerational storytelling featuring a line-up of some of Australia's most prominent and talented LGBTIQ+ women (trans and non-binary inclusive).
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Our annual sellout spoken word event Wise Words is back!
This year’s stellar line-up includes:
- Krystal De Napoli: Gomeroi award-winning author, host Indigenuity 3RRR
- Mira Robertson: Grace & Marigold, Head On, Only the Brave
- Jax Bulstrode: writer and poet, Cul de Sac Rabbits
- Candy Bowers: Hot Brown Honey Burlesque
- Kate Rowe: Mardi Gras 78er
- Gabrielle Griffin and Simone O'Brien: Mutton, The Duo
- Cherry Zheng: Winner of the Island Nonfiction Prize
This is an evening where LGBTIQ+ women (trans and non-binary inclusive) from different generations take the stage and share their words. ‘Wise Words’ brings together writers, performers and activists who take us on a wild ride – expect to feel all the feels!
Previous guests include Joan Nestle, Sophie Cunningham, Laniyuk, Giselle Au-Nhien Nguyen, Amy Middleton, Claire G. Coleman, Sez, Kirsty Webeck, Sarah Ward, Aurelia St Clair and many, many more.
Food and refreshments (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) provided!
"This event is always inspiring. Hearing stories from people in their 20s through to their 80s is just amazing!”
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