Workshops

I believe that self expression is essential for humans to be healthy. When we open our hearts up enough, enabling others to see their own humanity reflected back to them, real healing happens. And poetry has the power to take what’s inside of us and give voice to our unique expression in a way that no other art form can!

I’m passionate about sharing my love of poetry and run workshops for people of all backgrounds, abilities and ages – from young adults to seniors.

Depending on requirements I offer one off 2 or 3 hr workshops, full days, or 6 week courses. I’m very flexible and can adapt to your needs, just get in touch!

“Amy’s invigorating, life affirming poetry celebrates the fierce and the hopeless in all of us.”

– EMILIE COLLYER, AWARD-WINNING PLAYWRIGHT AND AUTHOR

Unleashing Your Poetic Voice Workshop

I lead workshops designed to crack us open and get to the heart of our poetic voice.

Write some exciting new poetry and share it in a safe and welcoming space where your unique creativity is not only supported but passionately encouraged.

Workshops can focus purely on writing, or involve a performance component

Things you’ll learn:

How to switch off the critic, tap into inspiration and write more often
How to structure, edit, shape a poem – what to focus on, what to leave out
How to drill down to the heart of what you are wanting to express in a poem
How to be proud of and embrace the quirks that make your poetry unique and present that to an audience
How to get more comfortable sharing our work and exposing our vulnerability when sharing our words with an audience
Acting techniques for performing our poetry

Enquire about a workshop for your organisation today!

About Amy Bodossian

Critically acclaimed spoken word artist, published poet and cabaret legend Amy Bodossian is an eccentric and unforgettable performer who’s been captivating audiences for over 15 years with her uniquely wacky, whimsical, heart wrenching and hilarious performances.

She’s appeared on ABC’s Spicks and Specks and Please Like Me, performed at major festivals across Australia, headlined all of Melbourne’s top poetry events, been nominated for a Green Room Award and won the 2017 MSW Convenor’s Choice Award.

Past clients include :

Womens Health Statewide
Australian Poetry Centre
Independent Education Union of Australia
Writers Victoria, Mornington Peninsula Writers Festival
Latrobe City Council
Hume City Council
Voices on the Coast Youth Literature Festival
Footscray Community Arts Centre
No Strings Attached Theatre of Disability,
St John’s Grammar School
YWCA
Mental Health Coalition SA

Contact me to enquire about workshops at your organisation today!