be.spoke

16/01/2026

Please sign the petition to support Writers Victoria

We currently have a petition before Parliament and need to get to 10 000 signatures to restore our funding. If you care about writers in Victoria, please sign the petition.

www.parliament.vic.gov.au/get-involved/petitions/restore-funding-for-writers-victoria/

🙏 📚 📖 🙏 ♥️ 🙏 📖 📚 🙏

29/03/2025

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Live on View is our new program supporting Contemporary Music performances in the The Engine Room
Applications are now open for events in May and July.
Local musicians are encouraged to apply, with priority given to emerging artists or those presenting new work.
www.bendigoregion.com.au/arts-culture-theatres/live-on-view

25/10/2024

THANK YOU to last night’s writers & the amazing Steph Bitter.
If you’re free tomorrow Steph will be supporting The Cinema, Alone at Bendigo Records from 7pm.

Steph Bitter · The Straw · Song · 2022

21/10/2024

Live music from Steph Bitter 😍
Poetry & stories from folk who dare to share.
Open mic for the spontaneous ones.
Great food, fab company, sunshine & cheers.
Bring your good vibes to be.spoke this Thursday night 🌙⚡️

07/10/2024

Sorry for the late notice but we are super happy to announce be.spoke’s back Thursday, 24 October from 7pm!

We’re seeking every poet, writer and musician in town to take the stage for a night to remember!

If you’d like to be involved please DM us on FB or Insta. You can also register on the night for the open mic.

Free entry. ⚡️

See you there x

11/09/2024

Yes, be.spoke is returning soon…🌈
’til then please book your ticket for the launch of Michael Leach’s new poetry book, Rural Ecologies.

Award-winning poet, poetry reviewer and academic Michael J. Leach launches his latest book of poetry.

23/07/2024

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01/06/2024

Palestine film fundraiser 14 June at Trades Hall.

30/05/2024

be.spoke tonight! 🌙
Sherri Parry, spoken word, open mic & other magical things to light up your Thursday night.
Get in early to order your pot & parma!
Event kicks off at 7pm. Free entry.

15/05/2024

Heya beautiful people! be.spoke’s back to warm your bones Thursday, 30 May at the Golden Vine Hotel, Bendigo.
Featuring spoken word, music, performances and a live set from angel/star/soulful music goddess Sherri Parry. Go stream ‘ I Think I’m in Love Again’ on Spotify.
FREE ENTRY. 7pm start.
Eat, drink, seek the inspired.

05/05/2024

Applications close Friday 17 May & your proposal must include an activity/content that is suitable for all ages.

In 2024, the Bendigo Writers Festival is presenting a new pop-up venue in the Dudley House garden located in the heart of the festival precinct. This is an exciting opportunity for local emerging artists to be part of the festival on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 August 11am to 3pm. All activities in the BIG TOP will be free to attend. We invite local authors, storytellers, poets, and songwriters to submit a proposal for consideration.

For more information and to submit your expression of interest, please visit https://www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/about-us/news-and-media/expression-interest-bendigo-writers-festival-big-top-community-stage