This in one of our bi-monthly events with a Feature Artist and 8 open mic spots. Mother Tongue is a place for Passionate, Powerful, Vulnerable and Honest performance; it stands aside from most Spoken Word events in its depth and authenticity.
For those who don't know; Mother Tongue is an intimate, warm and cozy night of Women's Spoken Word (poetry, stories, songs, etc). It is a space to sit back and listen, receive, as well as step up and share a piece yourself via the open mic.
It is a place to witness Woman in all of her/their incredible and nuanced facets.
All genders are welcome in the audience.
Our open mic stage is open to Cis women, Trans Women, Non-binary and gender-fluid people who feel "woman" is an identity they share an experience with.
DETAILS:
Friday 14th November 2025's feature artist is Felicity Odgers
8 open mic spots - sign up on the door
(more info on Open Mic below)
Hosted by Fleassy Malay & Katie Lohner
Venue:
ENTER VIA THE GARDEN GATE ON DUNCAN STREET
Fairfield Uniting Church
87 Gillies Street
Fairfield, Melbourne
VIC 3078
This venue is fully accessible.
Doors open 7:30pm
Performance 8pm -10:30pm
All genders welcome
ENTRY: $20 // CONC: $18//
DIGITAL ATTENDANCE: Recommended Donation $10 or pay as you can and feel (eg $1, $5, $20)
Pre-booking encouraged, tickets available on the door (EFTPOS available).
PLEASE NOTE:
- Free Entry for Valid Companion Cards - turn up no need to pre book your ticket.
- Open mic performers sign up on the door and get in free.
- 5 minutes allowed for each open mic performer.
- Chai and vegan yummies available.
- We recommend that you bring your own CUP!!
- We also have a raffle
- This is an alcohol and drug-free event but due to the sensitive nature of content we ask that you be responsible about bringing minors and no one under 13 should come.
HEALTH AWARENESS:
Mother Tongue is committed to supporting the safety of our community. If you feel sick please do not come in person, instead join us digitally.
If wearing a mask makes you feel more comfortable in the space, we absolutely encourage that.
COST: ENTRY: $20 // CONC: $18//
DIGITAL ATTENDANCE: Recommended Donation $10 or pay as you can and feel (eg $1, $5, $20)
Pre-booking encouraged, tickets available on the door (EFTPOS available).
ACCESSIBILITY: Venue is fully wheelchair accessible