by admin | Aug 30, 2026 | News, Red Dirt Poetry Festival
This was the biggest festival yet, with a massive program packed full of artists from Mparntwe, interstate and overseas. Over four days together, we prioritised vulnerability, forged community, celebrated creativity, rejoiced in poetry, and carved memories that will...
by admin | Aug 19, 2026 | Red Dirt Poetry Festival, News
Wet weather has arrived in Alice Springs as well, but nothing can dampen our spirits! Marquees are going up at the venues and the festival will go ahead no matter what, so no need to fear that your plans will go awry. If you haven’t already, make sure you book your...
by admin | Jul 16, 2026 | News, The Dirty Word
Arrernte Poet Marie Elena Ellis Launches Debut Poetry Collection with Red Dirt Poetry Red Dirt Poetry is proud to announce the publication of the highly anticipated debut poetry collection by acclaimed Arrernte poet Marie Elena Ellis. Purchase the book here. This...
by admin | Jul 10, 2026 | News, Red Dirt Poetry Festival
We’ve made it easier to come to Alice Springs for Red Dirt Poetry Festival! We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to make coming to Alice Springs for the Red Dirt Poetry Festival as easy and affordable as possible, and thanks to NT Now, you can save some...
by admin | Jun 24, 2026 | News, Workshop
Are you the next NT Poetry Slam Champion? We’re on a mission to find the Top End and Central Champions that will go on to represent the NT at the Australia Poetry Slam this year! This year we’ll be running workshops and heats with slam champ Huda the...
by admin | Jun 10, 2026 | News, Red Dirt Poetry Festival
The first of MANY artists who’ll be appearing at the 2026 Red Dirt Poetry Festival have been announced! Get excited to see Sara Saleh, Rob Waters, Damien Becker, Hasib Hourani, Dominic Guerrera, Carielyn Tunion, Melanie Mununggurr, Huda the Goddess, Robin Eames, Emma...
