Naavikaran: The MYSTIQ Tour [Magan-djin]

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  Naavikaran

  MYSTIQ DISCOTHEQ is Naavikaran’s electrifying grounding into to the spotlight, fresh from the success of her last two EPs -- CHIQ DISCOTHEQ and FREQ DISCOTHEQ. Naavikaran is a South Asian trans and disabled electronic musician and filmmaker, ushering in a new era genre-bending life force in Australia's creative platforms. With an already established music catalogue ranging from RnB, Electronic Pop, Rap, Spoken Word, Dance and South Asian classical, Naavikaran's music is a call to various threads of community for strength and change.

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  Huda The Goddess

  Huda the Goddess is an internationally recognized spoken word poet, educator, and activist, renowned for her powerful improvised poetry. A proud Black Sudanese Muslim woman, she uses her artistry to challenge narratives, ignite conversation, and foster deep connections between audiences and writers. With over a decade in the arts, Huda has made history and broken barriers. She won the Australian Poetry Slam in 2021 and became the first spoken word poet invited to the World Slam Poetry Championship in Belgium. Prior to that, she claimed the Queensland Poetry Slam title twice (2020, 2021) and published her debut poetry collection, Introducing Me. Her impact spans global stages, having performed at Singapore Writers Festival, Ubud Writers Festival, London Queens of Poetry, and Readers Festival, as well as major Australian literary events like Bondi Writers Festival and Adelaide Writers Festival. Beyond poetry, Huda’s multidisciplinary talents shine in Betwixt, a Fringe Award-winning show where she wrote and performed the story of five dancers—including herself—blending dance, spoken word, and improvised poetry in each show. Huda has graced the TEDx stage three times, delivering a 2023 TEDx Talk titled Why Poetry Is Important in a World Full of Chaos. She is also the founder of a Brisbane-based open mic, creating a safe and inclusive space for BIPOC artists across all disciplines. Additionally, she is the founder and director of She Is, an upcoming national exhibition empowering women of color to reclaim their narratives through storytelling and peer mentorship. A well-rounded artist, Huda is not only a poet but also a dancer in multiple crews and a passionate activist for Sudan and Black women. Her work is a testament to the power of words, movement, and resistance, making her a formidable force in the creative world.

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  Minney Richani

  Minney Richani is a multi award winning writer and multifaceted creative based in Meanjin/Brisbane. Her work has appeared in a number of national and international publications and on various media platforms. She is a DV victor and single mother with roots in Syria, Lebanon and Palestine. This has translated into dynamic story telling and active community organising. Amongst The Grapevines is Minney’s debut memoir, published in November 2023.

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  Lamisse

  Lamisse (she/her) is a writer and interdisciplinary artist working across text and performance. Lamisse's debut novel, 'The Shape of Dust' won the National Biography of the Year Award in 2024. She was a 2025 Keesing Studio Writer-in-Residence in Paris, and is on the board as an Editor and Engagement & Development Officer with Runway Journal. As a workshop facilitator, Lamisse has delivered her original creative writing workshops across Australia and Europe. She is currently completing her Masters in Narrative Therapy & Community Work at the University of Melbourne.