Source – Victorian Writers Centre email bulletin
Some news and events happening around Melbourne
COURSES & SEMINARS
FINDING AN AGENT
When: Tuesday 6 May, 6.30-8pm
Cost: $7, Members FREE Rating: A
with Golvan Arts Management and Curtis Brown Literary Agency
Panel: Join literary agents Debbie Golvan and Clare Forster as they provide advice on how to approach an agent, and discuss the agent’s responsibilities and the advantage of the author – agent relationship versus approaching publishers alone.
RESEARCH RESEARCH RESEARCH
with award-winning writer and author of 7 books and 2 novels, Arnold Zable
When: Wednesday 14 May, 6:30-8pm
Cost: $20, VWC Members $15/ VWC Concession $12, Rating 1+2 (Beginner + Intermediate)
IT’S ACADEMIC
with Enza Gandolfo, Cathy Greenfield and Dr Susan Gillett
When: Wednesday 14 May, 6:30-8pm
Cost: $20, VWC Members $15/ VWC Concession $12, Rating All
Panel discusses academic writing and the dedication and passion it has taken to achieve expertise and recognition as writers. Enza is a lecturer in Professional Writing at Victoria University. Cathy Greenfield is the Associate Professor of Communication in the School of Applied Communication at RMIT University. Dr Susan Gillett is a lecturer at LaTrobe University. More details available from the centre about these fascinating writing professionals.
ARTS LAW WEEK – WRITING IS A BUSINESS TOO!
with Joel Becker, Jeremy Fisher and Nic Pullen
When: Wednesday 21 May, 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: $7, VWC Members FREE, Rating All
Where: Trades Hall, cnr Lygon and Victoria Sts, Carlton
Industry experts discuss the detail of setting yourself up in a writing business.
OPPORTUNITIES
MOVIE SCRIPT GROUP: Need help writing that classic movie script? Then join forces with other writers to get that feedback we all need. Meet every two weeks at the VWC, dates to be set. From beginners to Oscar winners, your all welcome. Free to VWC members. Topics include: guest speakers, readings, writing styles – examples, applying for grants, and much more, drinks available. Don’t just dream it, do it. Contact: Paul Thompson at pthompson5@netspace.net.au
SHORT & SHARP PITCHING COMP
Entries close 5pm Friday 2 May
Aimed at new, emerging and early career filmmakers, submisions on an idea for a short film with a human rights theme. Entry free. Further information
EVENTS
Wednesday 30 April
A Special Evening with Peter Balakian – Writings from a denied genocide: Towards justice and dialogue. Conversations about building justice and dialogue. Melbourne PEN Facilitated by Arnold Zable and Jackie Mansourian. 7:30pm Village Roadshow Theatrette (La Trobe St). State Library of Victoria. More information and RSVP at MelbournePEN@gmail.com
Friday, 2 May – Sunday 4 May
The Williamstown Literary Festival. A popular local cultural event focusing on literature, drama and writing which presents established and emerging writers and literary figures. Tickets available from Hobsons Bay Libraries at www.willylitfest.org.au or phone 9932 4170
Sunday 4 May
Music & Poetry at EcoHouse St Kilda. Box Office opens at 3.15. Featuring Natasha Hurst, Petra White, Elizabeth Campbell, Angela Costi, Dimitris Troaditis and the Wishing Well Band. Tickets $7/ $5 concession. Includes snacks, tea and coffee. More information at http//www.stkmusicpoetry.org.au.
Saturday 17 May
Short and Twisted 2008 book launch – Short and Twisted 2008 is an anthology of stories and poems with a twist as well as images. It will be launched by Goldie Alexander at 1.30pm at Burrinja Gallery, Glenfern Rd, Upwey. RSVP to shortandtwisted@celapenepress.com.au
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For further information, or to enquire about membership, contact the Centre at info@writers-centre.org or phone 9654 9068
