Join the South Coast Writers Centre for a film club event at Coledale hall on June 4. We will be screening a gripping 1998 neo-noir thriller, A Simple Plan, directed by Sam Raimi.
In the world of theatre, we will stage readings of six captivating new plays in development at the Playwrights Showcase on 10 June. The evening will include a speech by Merrigong Theatre Company’s Leland Kean, a piece of musical theatre and a short, animated feature from talented emerging playwrights Diana McLaren, Tegan Ware, Tonya Lee, Ines Judd, Dale Watts, Emily Gray, Cicily Ponnor and program convenor Tom Peach. Entry is by donation, but registration is required.
On 17 June, best-selling author Alyssa Montgomery will run an all-day catered workshop at Coledale Community Hall. Alyssa will explore the essential elements of plotting. Gain valuable insights into selecting the right point of view, harnessing the power of emotion, and crafting hooks to keep readers captivated.
Illawarra Multicultural Services is hosting a celebration of cultures and the achievements of local communities at the Refugee Week Dinner on 24 June. The Writing Competition, run in collaboration with SCWC, is back for its 5th year and we’ll honour the winners at a special dinner.
Our most exciting announcement for June is the 2023 South Coast Writers Festival launch! On 30 June we will unveil this year’s incredible program. The night will include screenings of performances by indie-rock string quartet Fourplay, whose new album was produced in collaboration with novelist Neil Gaiman. And that’s not all! David Stavanger of Red Room Poetry will be announcing the 2023 SCWC Poetry Award shortlist. This evening promises to ignite your imagination, connect you with fellow book lovers and leave you inspired.
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