Words & Music: The Poet's Voice: Lovers In Trouble

From Catullus to Shakepeare, Auden to Dickinson, poetry has long struggled to understand love. To celebrate the publication of Love Poems by Dorothy Porter, readers including Richard Gill, David Tredinnick, Alicia Sometimes, Kristin Henry, Andrea Goldsmith and Craig Sherborne will read Porter’s works alongside other great poets as they explore love’s hardships and inspirations. A night of passionate poetry brought to life on stage.

Bookings open until 4.30pm on the day of the event with tickets for sale via the Malthouse box office or at the door prior to the event. For wheelchair access book through the Malthouse Box Office.

Presenters

Andrea Goldsmith

One of Australia’s best loved novelists, Andrea Goldsmith has been shortlisted for the Miles Franklin Award. Her latest novel is Reunion was published in 2009

Craig Sherborne

Craig Sherborne is an acclaimed memoirist, poet and playwright, best known for his Hoi Polloi and Muck.

Richard Gill

Richard Gill, Music Director of Victorian Opera, is also the Artistic Director of the Sydney Symphony’s Education Program.

Kristin Henry

Kristin Henry is a Melbourne poet who loves connecting with a live audience. She has read and sung her poetry in many venues throughout Australia, the United States and the United Kingdom over the past 25 years.

Alicia Sometimes

Alicia Sometimes is a writer, poet, broadcaster and musician.

David Tredinnick

David Tredinnick is one of Australia’s best known actors best known for his appearance on TV and the stage.