10:30 – 11:00
11 – 11:40
11:00 - 12:00
11:45 – 11:55
12:30 – 1:00
1:00 – 1:30
1:15 - 2:15
1:30 – 2:00
2:00 – 2:30
2:30 – 3:00
3:30 – 4:00
2:45 - 3:45
12:00 – 12:30
12:15 - 1:15
1:00 – 1:30
2:00 – 2:30
3:00 – 3:30
1:30 – 2:00
12pm - 4pm
11:00 – 4:00
11AM – 4PM
What does creative bravery look like? Come and find out at a unique display by students from FORM’s Creative Schools program. NOW I OWN shares their experiences of learning.
11:30 – 3:00
Youth buskers performing half hour sets, half past the hour, every hour.
12:00 – 3:30
What does creative bravery sound like?
Tune in to I HAVE MORE TO SAY at Scribblers Conversation Caravan, where students from FORM’s Creative Schools program podcast their personal stories.
Half hour shows, every hour.
11:00 – 4:00
10:00 - 10:40
They say there’s nothing new under the sun, but what about making something new from the old? Graham Akhurst and Scott Wilson are experts at this, having both adapted traditional First Nations stories in their contemporary narratives. Graham and Scott will join Youth Curator Sophie to talk about the importance of keeping ancient cultures alive and writing genre fiction that thrills and entertains.
11:00 - 11:40
A picture tells a thousand words, so how better to tell a story than using both? Graphic novelist Sarah Winifred Searle and comic-book writer Scott Wilson have a way with words and pictures and are telling their stories one panel at a time. Youth Curator Lila will ask them about the similarities and differences of super-hero comics and fantasy graphic novels, and how storytelling can be bright, beautiful, and FUN.
12:20 - 1:00
Rebellious characters are often the central protagonists of YA novels and writing them can be an act of rebellion too. Yuot A. Alaak, Graham Akhurst and Kate Emery will unpack their recent novels with Youth Curator Bella, talking about tackling serious topics for a young audience, how tough times can be a source of inspiration, and the power of words to change the world.
1:20 - 2:00
Prolific children’s and YA author Morris Gleitzman, graphic novelist Sarah Winifred Searle, and comics editor and publisher Wolfgang Bylsma chat with Youth Curator Bella about the high and lows of their careers, how creativity and a rebellious spirit have shaped their work and lives, and their advice for budding creatives dreaming of seeing their own stories and comics published.
Scribblers Festival takes place in the Perth CBD with programming centered in the Cathedral Square precinct and neighbouring vicinities.
Cathedral Square can be found at the corner of St Georges Terrace and Barrack Street.
Key venues:
Scribblers Central – Cathedral Square
Perth Library – Cathedral Square
The Sound Garden – Stirling Gardens
Perth Town Hall - 601 Hay St
Perth Moana Hall - 618 Hay Street Mall
London Court – St Georges Terrace
The City of Perth offers 3 hours free parking on weekends
CPP Cultural Centre car park, 2 Roe Street, Northbridge
CPP His Majesty's car park, 377 Murray Street, Perth
CPP Pier Street car park, 87-89 Pier Street, Perth
More information: www.cityofperthparking.com.au
Travelling on Transperth trains, buses and ferries is FREE for all SmartRider holders on Sundays. www.transperth.wa.gov.au
There are water stations on site.
The Sound Garden is perfect for picnics! Relax on the grass amidst the lush gardens and be entertained by our youth performers and podcasters.
Food options nearby:
PAGE7 Café (inside Perth Library) 53 Hay St
Something French 580 Hay Street Mall
NAO Japanese Ramen 580 Hay St
Just For You The Bread House 585 Hay St
Jaws Sushi Town Hall 580 Hay St
Plus many more in the City of Perth
Scribblers Festival is committed to providing a safe, inclusive experience for everyone. For the first time all Saturday sessions in the Marquee with be Auslan Interpreted, provided by Auslan Stage Left.
All of our venues are wheelchair accessible.
We’ve also included a number of Sensory Friendly Features:
The City of Perth Library will be open during the entire Festival and welcomes adults and children to relax in the quiet reading spaces.
Chill-Out Cubby Head to the 4th floor of the Perth Library where you’ll a cosy nook to escape and unwind. Here you’ll find earmuffs, fidget toys and comfy cushions.
We’re also offering a special low-sensory session with Sally Rippin at 10.30 am on Saturday 26 October. This session is FREE but requires a ticket. Spaces are limited so please ensure you book in advance.
All activities and sessions in Scribblers Central and The Sound Garden are FREE – no tickets required!
FREE ticketed events (bookings required):
Sensory Friendly session with Sally Rippin at 10.30am on Saturday 26 October. Spaces are limited.
YA Collective – Curated by and for youth:
This program is free to attend but registration is required. Book your free ticket here:
Creative Workshop Series (ticket purchase required): Our creative skills workshops offer deeper engagement where you’ll learn new skills, develop creativity and build confidence in a fun, supportive environment. Workshops are run by expert creative practitioners, authors and artists and numbers are capped and everyone gets to participate fully. All materials are provided. Workshops incur a fee, which varies depending on the length of the session.
Buying multiple tickets? Save 10% when purchasing 3 or more tickets. Discount can be used across multiple workshops.
Tickets for children under 12 include free entry for one accompanying adult.