Octagon Poetry Collective's monthly reading

Tonight: Teoti (Shorty) Jardine and Natasha Hope-Johnstone, with our Mac as MC.

Natasha Hope-Johnstone calls three towns home: Rosyth, Scotland; Canberra, Australia; and Invercargill, New Zealand. Natasha has been writing poetry since she was sixteen but has only become comfortable reading it to an audience over the last five years. She credits that to the opportunities provided by the Octagon Collective. Her poetry incorporates issues of socialism, poverty, death and queerness. Her work has been featured in the Otago Daily Times, The Socialist Review and at Badapple.gay. Outside of poetry, her writing for the most part consists of fanfiction, socialist talks and discussions.

Octagon Poetry Collective — Poetry Nights in Dunedin!

Calling all poets, spoken-word lovers, and creative spirits!

The Octagon Poetry Collective brings together local and visiting poets for monthly readings and an open mic in the heart of Dunedin. Whether you're an experienced writer or new to sharing your work, this welcoming session offers a supportive stage to listen, perform, and connect with Ōtepoti’s vibrant literary community. 

When: Monthly — second Wednesday of the month at 7pm (check their Facebook/Octagon Collective or Instagram/@octagoncollectivepoetry pages for updates)
Where: New Athenaeum Theatre in The Octagon, Dunedin
What to Expect: Featured guest poets, open mic, warm atmosphere, free entry.

Bring a poem to share or just come and enjoy the words — with drinks and snacks available from the theatre.

All are welcome.

For more information visit facebook.com/octagoncollective