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Hot Off the Press!

The Corban Estate Arts Centre has set a date for Word-Up! 2021.

Word-Up! is a word-based performance competition which gives 13 – 21 year olds the opportunity to have their voices heard through creating and performing original work in any word-based genre; from rap and poetry/spoken word to song-writing and comedy.

Spread the word to family, friends, schools and youth groups!

The first place winner will receive: • two live-to-air radio interviews and a live TV interview • the opportunity to perform at different CEAC events in the future • a Shure microphone or recording device • a cash prize

The Word-Up! Grand Final performance night will be held on Friday September 3, 7pm at Zeal in Henderson with entry by koha. This year the ‘Cypher’ returns where any free-stylers in the audience can participate in a spontaneous group free-style at half time. (A cypher is an interactive free-style jam). The audience decides who wins and the winner gets a prize. The judges also perform so everyone can see how seasoned professionals roll!

Registration is free. Entries close on Friday August 7 but may be extended. All entrants must attend an audition on Saturday August, 14.

To enter, go to https://ceac.org.nz/events/youth/enter-nowword-up-2021.

For further information contact Sophie Elworthy on 021 344 488.

Stop Press!

Going West Festival Update: Simon Wilson, journalist and public commentator, has been confirmed as the keynote orator for the festival opening night, Glen Eden Playhouse Theatre, Saturday August 14.

The evening starts with poetry by Daren Kamali and Karlo Mila and ends with words set to music, curated by Charlotte Yates.

Book now at iticket.co.nz Early bird discounts available until August 9.

Got something to say or know of a great story idea? Let The Fringe know...

Email info@fringemedia.co.nz or write to PO Box 60-469, Titirangi

GALA NIGHT

14 AUG 11 SEPT DOCUMENTED REALITY 9 OCT FABRICATED REALITY 13 NOV SHIFTING GROUND

GLEN EDEN PLAYHOUSE THEATRE LOPDELL HOUSE & TE URU, TITIRANGI

Live discussion and performance, whaikōrero and music, as well as pop up performances and installations across multiple venues and stages. New work from our brightest literary stars and innovative ideas from our sharpest minds.