# Event Details - **Event Name**: Spoken Word | Rangatahi Writing Workshop - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 pm - **Event Description**: Develop your creative voice and explore different forms of spoken word expression with Luani Nansen and Koko Telfer. Tickets are free, but bookings are required as spaces are limited! Calling all aspiring poets, rappers, and storytellers! Unleash your inner wordsmith at our exciting Spoken Word Workshop for ages 12+ This interactive session will be facilitated by the talented duo of Luani Nansen, a DJ, spoken word poet and youth worker whose practice blends music, storytelling, and community connection, and Koko, a proud queer Pasifika poet from South Auckland and multi-talented performer. In this workshop, you will: • Explore different forms of spoken word expression • Develop your creative voice • Craft powerful and impactful pieces. No prior experience is necessary! This is a welcoming space for anyone interested in exploring the power of the spoken word. Light refreshments will be provided. This workshop is suitable for ages 12+ About the poets: Luani Nansen is a South Auckland DJ, spoken word poet and youth worker whose practice blends music, storytelling, and community connection. Luani brings a strong grounding in creative facilitation. Their work centres on uplifting community voices and creating safe spaces for open, meaningful dialogue. Koko is a proud queer Pasifika poet hailing from the lands of Upolu, Samoa and Niue. They are born and raised in South Auckland and strive to use their poetry as a tool to uplift their communities. WTFL alumni and Grand Slam finalist, performing on stages across Tamaki Makaurau. Koko tells tales of being afakasi, the struggles of diaspora, navigating grief, and highlighting the joy of their people. This event is presented by Auckland Council Libraries as part of We Read Auckland / Ka Pānui Tātou i Tāmaki Makaurau. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/spoken-word-rangatahi-writing-workshop/200030587498631 - **Event Categories**: Art, literary-art, Workshops, performances, Entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: NZD ## Event venue details - **city**: Auckland - **state**: AU - **country**: New Zealand - **location**: Tupu Youth Library - **lat**: -36.97537 - **long**: 174.89513 - **full address**: Tupu Youth Library, 102R Dawson Road,Auckland, New Zealand ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Spoken Word | Rangatahi Writing Workshop - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/c9db2b9547e3949e4a68a6afef6891f69e6dce610f277700d35342dfbf59e2d2-rimg-w1200-h628-dc080808-gmir?v=1787204730 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Spoken Word | Rangatahi Writing Workshop being held? - **A:** Spoken Word | Rangatahi Writing Workshop takes place on Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Tupu Youth Library, 102R Dawson Road,Auckland, New Zealand. - **Q**: Who is organizing Spoken Word | Rangatahi Writing Workshop? - **A:** Spoken Word | Rangatahi Writing Workshop is organized by Auckland Libraries. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Spoken Word | Rangatahi Writing Workshop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Auckland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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