SuperPoets
Australian Poetry are also very pleased to have launched The Super Poets!
The Super Poets are a group of dedicated performance poets, slam champions and experienced educators that go into schools and community groups and work with students and teachers on new and exciting ways to experience poetry. The supers can come into your school and perform a 15 or 30 min show using original poetry, visuals and loads of energy followed by a dynamic and engaging workshop using interactive media and the new Poetopia website full of games, videos and more! Shaking up the textbooks and slamming words all over the classroom!
The Super Poets, in order of appearance are…
Dr Funkamezmo: aka Ezra Bix:
Super Power: Dr Funkamezmo has the power to hypnotize
Likes: Wicked beats, electro limbo disco, loud shirts and things that spin.
Dislikes: Boring speeches, homework and cauliflower.
Version 5IVE: aka Michelle Dabrowski:
Super Power: Hyper Hearing.
Likes: People who stand up for themselves, organ doners, conga drums.
Dislikes: Clogged arteries, transfatty acids and ear plugs.
Power Animal: aka Sean M Whelan:
Power: Shape shifter.
Likes: lol humans, elastic waists, open fields and the smell of tomorrow.
Dislikes: Zoos, butchers, Ace Ventura and dog whistles.
Eco Girl: aka EZB:
Power: Sees into the future.
Likes: Exploding Candy, pop music, kitten bellies and ladybirds
Dislikes: Oil spills, traffic, pollution, Sarah Palin and bullies.
What do people have to say about us…
We were blessed to have a Super Poet run a workshop for us that not only taught invaluable lessons in public speaking and the power of an individual’s voice, but also dealt with themes of self-confidence and belief amongst young people. It was incredible to watch the way the kids embraced the challenge!
- Harriet Dwyer, Indigo Night Coordinator at the Melbourne Youth Justice Centre
I thought it was going to be olden poetry but it was fun!
-Ben year 3
The “Outloud” initiative by the Australian Poetry Centre, has been a very positive experience so far … The event was beautifully supported, by a “Super Poet” who came to our College and really inspired us.
The “Super Poet”, was able to inform us, in a lively and fun way; with audio visuals, that made the whole thing more “real” for the students.
The energy and enthusiasm from the poet, was great!
- Kim O’shea, Drama Coordinator/Student Recognition Coordinator, Wodonga
It was so funny! I didn’t know poetry was funny.
-Jessica year 4
The enthusiasm and passionate approach of the artists was inspiring. The preparation from the poets was exceptional! A unique and powerful learning opportunity for our students and staff. Thank you.
- Kevin Sertori (Principal) Donburn Primary School, Doncaster
They (The Super Poets) were absolutely fabulous – all the kids were so engaged and loving every minute. I also personally love the outfits they were wearing!
Excerpt of a review from Literary Life during last years MWF performance series in the Atrium at Federation Square.
I liked doing it in a team. I wouldn´t usually write any poetry.
– Sam year 7
The four most amazing poets
Brandan- Year 7 Rutherglen High
Notable Quotables
“I used to think poetry was boring but actually it´s quite fun!” Seamus, Grade 6
“I liked it a lot and my favourite person was Dr. Funkamezmo. That was funny!” Tina, Grade 5.
“I reckon the work on similes and metaphors was quite interesting and I found it good that there´s not just one style of poetry. There´s rapping, freestyle and lots of others!” Freya, Grade 6
The Kids at Sacred Heart Primary School in Preston had a visit from the Super Poets last week and made some neat art-notes…
My Favorite was Version 5!
My Favorite was Dr Funkamezmo!
My Favorite was Eco Girl!
To get the Super Poets Out to your school contact eliza@australianpoetry.org.