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Giddy Garden is run collaboratively by Erica McGinniskin (Costume Creator, Performer and Immersive experience and event developer) and Nathan Power (Lighting and Sound artist, DJ, event and festival extraordinaire and IT developer)

16/11/2024

Opening up can feel like one of the scariest things to do but it can also be one of the most rewarding. We will be baring our hearts and souls as you witness the rawness and become privy to some things that may never have been uttered before. Opening up can bring magic and allows the barriers that keep us seperate from the connection we so crave to drop away. Opening up may leave us open to pain but it also leaves us open to love, belonging (as our true selves) and intimacy in all our relationships. We will all go through pain and joy in our lives, but opening up to the whole spectrum can create a more vibrant life that is more full than we could ever imagine. Closing off leaves us in a narrow corridor of emotions where we are fearful of pain but also on the other side of that coin can not experience joy.

On stage we will be opening up and sharing all the ups and downs of life in its full range of colours. Open up with us to life.

Opening up can feel terrifying, yet it’s one of the most deeply rewarding experiences. On this night, we’ll be baring our hearts and souls, inviting you to witness raw truths, some of which may have never been spoken aloud before. By opening up, we invite magic into our lives, allowing the walls that separate us from the deep connections we crave to melt away. Yes, opening up can expose us to pain, but it also opens the door to love, belonging, and true intimacy in all of our relationships.

Life is full of both joy and sorrow, and embracing the full spectrum allows for a richer, more vibrant existence. When we close ourselves off, we shrink our emotional world, guarding against pain but also limiting our capacity to feel joy.
On stage, we’ll be sharing it all, the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Join us in opening up to the full, colourful experience of life.

Photo credit: Unknown

15/11/2024

Stepping onto a stage to share something deeply personal and previously unspoken is an act of profound vulnerability. Vulnerability shows up when we take emotional risks and expose our inner selves. Many of us were raised to see it as a weakness, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. It’s an immense act of courage, requiring us to lean into discomfort and openness.

“Vulnerability isn’t oversharing; it’s sharing with people who have earned the right to hear our stories and experiences.” - Brene Brown, Atlas of the Heart

If you’re joining us for this special event, you’ll be among those who have been handed the trust to witness these courageous stories from brave humans.

Photo credit: Jake Terry

14/11/2024

Marania is a trauma informed Somatic & Energy Worker who’s passionate about exploring embodied paths to growth, remembrance of one’s true essence and breaking intergenerational and ancestral patterns of trauma, pain and dysfunction.

A lover of storytelling and the stage, she also presents as Wild Velvet, creating impactful performances and events that promote shame-resilience and s*x positivity. Her work challenges societal taboos, celebrates vulnerability, and fosters a community where all parts of the self are welcome, especially those shadowed in shame.

Marania also has a wonderful event, Church of Sl*ts coming up that is about liberation from shame on Saturday 23rd. You can buy tickets through her instagram page: .au

Photo credit: Vas Chak Photography

14/11/2024

👄👄👄 Just 16 tickets left for next Thursday night! OUTSPOKEN is just around the corner, and we’re so excited to welcome you for an evening packed with truth-telling, soul-stirring stories, spoken word, and heartfelt tunes. 👄👄👄

Join us on this night of connection, creativity, and courage and don’t miss your chance to be part of the magic! Grab a ticket through the link in the bio. 💕

12/11/2024

Are you ready for an unforgettable, raw journey at 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗞𝗘𝗡 as Eri dives into the depths of a deeply personal and shame-laden story? Normally seen on stage in her bold, quirky, and s*xy burlesque performances, Eri now brings a different kind of vulnerability to the stage, shedding costumes and humour to reveal the raw realities beneath.

Through visceral storytelling, Eri will guide you through a tale of trauma and survival patterning, unraveling the mechanisms we create to endure and push down pain, only to find them erupting in ways that drive us to feel ashamed, as though we've failed ourselves and those that have got caught in the cross fire. Known for wearing her heart on her sleeve, Eri brings an embodied, heart-wrenching honesty to the stage, sharing her experience with profound openness and vulnerability.

Eri is one of the dreamers behind Giddy Garden and is dedicated to creating inclusive, vibrant spaces where authenticity thrives. She delves into the heart of who we are, weaving together stories about the intricate patterns of human psychology and relationships. Expect a story of tears, heartache, and cathartic truth as she sheds light on the burden of unspoken shame.

Grab yourself an 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗞𝗘𝗡 ticket here: https://events.humanitix.com/outspoken

Photo credit: Nathan Power

11/11/2024

Ta**ra and Clowning both alike in fare Naarm where we lay our scene. Ritualistic dialectics, conjoined at the hip, separated at birth, reunited in adolescents and sufferers of the Westermarck effect as adults.

What could this all mean? Ezel Doruk and his mash up of ta***ic truths hidden under a veneer of charming tomfoolery hopes to question some of the answers.

Ezel will be performing at 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗞𝗘𝗡 on Thursday 21st of November. See details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1094929452140440

Keep track of Ezel’s latest ventures at: https://www.instagram.com/ezldrk/

09/11/2024

During 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗞𝗘𝗡, many of these taboo topics may or may not take center stage, from erotic pleasure, s*x, and s*xuality to mental health, death, trauma, addiction, body shame, privilege, and abortion. These subjects often trigger fear or discomfort because they force us to confront difficult realities like mortality and trauma. People tend to avoid them to shield themselves from emotional or psychological discomfort.

That’s why it’s incredibly courageous for these performers to step on stage and share these deeply personal stories with you. How fortunate you will be to witness these raw, beautiful moments unfold. The more we talk about these topics, the less taboo they become, and the more we can normalise them.

See more details about the event here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1094929452140440

Photo credit: Miles Aldridge

09/11/2024

Phoebe Bond is a word nerd, a s*x-positive adventurer, and a devotee of clean armpits and organised spaces. So why does she keep diving headfirst into the sweaty, manky chaos of festival s*x?

Prepare to be dragged into Phoebe's tent. Scrabble for the zip if you like, but you won’t escape her unfiltered, claustrophobic, kaleidoscopic take on the spaces where desire, filth and wet wipes collide.

𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗞𝗘𝗡 will be a space for the unspoken to be expressed. See Phoebe here on Thursday 21st Nov at Caz Reitops Dirty Secrets. Buy tickets here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1094929452140440

08/11/2024

Tariro’s poetry is somatic, an eruptive invitation to enlist oneself to presence as the passageway into experiencing the sensorium of human and non human kinship. Tariro is the essence of an artist, her life work which includes creative workshop facilitation and executive arts leadership is tethered to re-villagising, unifying through difference and remaking a post humanist world by staying with the trouble.

Nominated for an Aria Music Award in 2021 with her collaboration with The Australian Art Orchestra for Best Jazz Album last year and won an APRA AMCOS award for Work of the Year: Electroacoustic/Sound Art, for Closed Beginnings.

After living in Barbados, an island in the Caribbean for a year. Tariro returned to Australia to co-direct Maxine Beneba Clarke’s theatrical production of The Hate Race which premiered at Malthouse Theatre in Melbourne in 2024 and was the associate director of Outer Urban Project’s production ‘The Audition’ which had a season at La Mama Theatre and toured at Bunjil Place and The Bowery Theatre. After nearly five years away from the stage as an actor Tariro was an actor in La Belle Epoque a Black Australian love story of a Congolese man reconciling his present life in Australia with his heritage in the heart of Africa where its children are exploited in the West's scramble for the DRC's natural resources and minerals premiering at Theatreworks.

Watch her performance unfold at 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗞𝗘𝗡 on Thursday 21. See event for more details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1094929452140440

To see more work and offerings from Tariro follow:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tariro.mavondo

Photo credit: Naga Sonu Kasu

08/11/2024

Conversations about s*xual preferences, orientations, kinks, or anything that falls outside of mainstream s*xual norms are often deemed unacceptable in many social circles. These topics can be seen as too provocative, controversial, or even inappropriate to openly discuss. But at Giddy Garden, we completely disagree with this notion. We believe that exploring and talking about s*xuality in all its forms is not only natural but necessary for personal growth, connection, and liberation.

That’s why we’re excited to share that eroticized content will definitely be on the agenda for 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗞𝗘𝗡. We’re not just comfortable with it – we’re delighted and titillated by the chance to open up these conversations in a playful, inclusive, and empowering way. Let’s embrace the full spectrum of human desire, curiosity, and intimacy.

Ticket link in bio

Photo credit: Manon Moret

07/11/2024

Spoken word artist Andrew G Rose ( ) turns the stage into a bedroom, where q***r identity and s*xuality are flaunted without shame.

Andrew has previously performed on stage in the irreverent comedy Eat My Cake, a production by Scratch Arts, during Melbourne’s Midsumma and Southside Festivals. He now turns to poetry.

Andrew is a gay man reclaiming the power of his own narrative. With unflinching honesty and raw vulnerability, he delights in playing with his audiences. In these poems Andrew kicks down the privacy screen to expose our desire as very real.

See what Andrew is working on

Photo credit: Brendan Bonsack

30/10/2024

Meet Milbags Magee, a soulful singer-songwriter and deep storytelling vocalist, who has been lending her talents to Dane Blacklock & the Preacher’s Daughters for the past eight years. Her voice is a blend of raw honesty, vulnerability, humour, and sincerity, making her a wonderful addition to 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗞𝗘𝗡.

Equipped with her saxophone and a loop pedal, Milbags’ musical style is both unconventional and irresistibly versatile. Expect a mix of heartfelt with a splash of silly, including playful nods to the taboo.

Offstage, she teaches music one day a week at a special needs school and brings her love of spontaneous music to the campgrounds, where she’s known for improvising with friends under the stars.

You might have caught her performances at the Costume Courtesan Cabaret or CAMP, where her storytelling leaves the audience hanging on every word. We’re excited to see what she creates for us for this event!

Follow what she is up to at:

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22/10/2024

was born in the land of poetry and pomegranate where the voices of Hafiz, Rumi, Rudaki, Ferdowsi, and Sa’di echoed through their lives. These legendary poets were woven into the fabric of his upbringing in Iran. Ali began writing his own poems around the age of 10 or 12, and he was already late to the game! Over the years, he filled countless notebooks with his words, many of which remained hidden away, unread.

Poetry, along with his passion for theater (acting on stage), was his way of expressing his-crazy-self during those years.
However, when Ali moved to Australia 20 years ago, he lost touch with that raw side of himself. It wasn’t until recently that he found the courage to feel his heart and write his very first poem in English. He is excited to be sharing this piece with you at 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗞𝗘𝗡.

Photo credit: Nathan Power

22/10/2024

𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗞𝗘𝗡 is a space for bold voices to be heard. It’s an evening of spoken word, storytelling and sharing through song where we confront the uncomfortable and break the silence around taboos. We’ll dive into the messy, hidden, and raw parts of ourselves… the shame, the secrets, and the things we’re often too afraid to say out loud. This is a celebration of truth, where we embrace and express the power of being unapologetically big, brave, and outspoken. 📣

Join us in the cozy, underground space of Caz Reitops Dirty Secrets, a perfect spot for revealing those hidden truths and dirty secrets. We’ll shatter the silence, toss shame aside, and let our unfiltered selves shine. Expect powerful performances, music, and real connections as we share stories that dig deep into the human experience. With time to mingle and reflect during intermissions, it’s an evening that promises both entertainment and raw honesty. 📚

Line-up:

🤓 Phoebe Bond - Storytelling
🫀 Ali Shamsahmadi - Poetry
🌸 Marania Bunton - Storytelling .au
🤡 Ezel Doruk - Clowning
🐝 Shaya Avitan - Singer/Songwriter
✨ Andrew G Rose - Poetry
🌱 Tariro Mavondo - poetry .mavondo
🌈 Eri McGinniskin - Storytelling
💖 Milbags Magee - Singer/songwriter (with Sax and looper)
.. and more acts to follow

24/09/2024

I know so many of you loved Hannah’s choreography class at Imagination, so you’ll be excited to know she’s launching a 5-week course at Moss Studios starting this Thursday.

In this course, you’ll dive into:

🪩 Dance terminology
🔥 Choreographic techniques broken down step by step
✨ Collaborate with others
💖 Explore your own movement style.

Her Imagination class was full of joy, creativity, and playfulness, where we quickly created fabulous dances. No experience is required, and by the end, you’ll feel like a choreography pro!

For tickets to Hannah’s 5 week course visit

23/09/2024

I know so many of you loved Hannah's choreography class at Imagination festival, so you'll be excited to know she's launching a 5-week course at Moss Studios starting this Thursday.

In this course, you'll dive into:

🪩 Dance terminology
🔥 Choreographic techniques broken down step by step
✨ Collaborate with others
💖 Explore your own movement style.

Her Imagination class was full of joy, creativity, and playfulness, where we quickly created fabulous dances. No experience is required, and by the end, you'll feel like a choreography pro!

Visit the FB event here for tickets: https://www.facebook.com/events/1571872406547185/1571872409880518/

Join her here to stay up to date with future events: https://www.facebook.com/offkiltermoves

27/06/2024

Creating a safe and inclusive space relies on respecting consent and practicing healthy boundaries, especially during partnered exercises. Your comfort is what matters most, and it’s perfectly acceptable to opt out of any activity that doesn’t align with your comfort level.

Consent revolves around clear communication, mutual understanding, and respecting others’ boundaries without assumptions. Always check in with someone before touching them, including giving a hug. Do not make assumptions, always ask before engaging someone in any activity. Consent works best when all parties involved are clear in their communication, which includes making requests, expressing boundaries, and negotiating.

Listen to your body’s cues; it often signals your true feelings towards a request. Pausing and tuning into how your body feels when asked to participate in something is a practice known as embodied consent. This method is incredibly useful for checking in with your boundaries. Your body knows the answer if you slow down and give yourself time to feel into your response.

Please respect someone’s ‘no’ when they decline an invitation and thank them for being honest. This means they are looking out for themselves, and that should be celebrated. Throughout the day, prioritise what feels right for you, and honour your own needs and boundaries.

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We’re blown away by the epic lineup of storytellers, spoken word performers, and singers gracing the stage for OUTSPOKEN! With talent from all walks of life coming together in one space, we couldn’t have dreamed of a better debut lineup. Each performer brings something unique, raw, and real to the night, making Caz Reitops Dirty Secrets bar the perfect setting to reveal their truths. If this sounds like your scene, grab your ticket and bring a friend! These artists are bringing their all, and you won’t want to miss it. Tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/outspoken Performer bios here: https://www.giddygarden.au/outspoken-nov-2024

We’re blown away by the epic lineup of storytellers, spoken word performers, and singers gracing the stage for 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗞𝗘𝗡! With talent from all walks of life coming together in one space, we couldn’t have dreamed of a better debut lineup. Each performer brings something unique, raw, and real to the night, making @cazreitopsdirtysecrets bar the perfect setting to reveal their truths. If this sounds like your scene, grab your ticket and bring a friend! These artists are bringing their all, and you won’t want to miss it. Tickets for 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗞𝗘𝗡 found in bio Performer bios here: https://www.giddygarden.au/outspoken-nov-2024 @alimohammad80 @yourenotlaughingbutiam @ezldrk @wildmoon.au @amso18 @tariro.mavondo

We love what we do and are passionate about helping people become the best versions of themselves through play, connection, creativity, and growth.

Only 46 hours left until CAMP! We’re thrilled with the amazing lineup we have for the Talent Show. Take a look at this video showcasing some of the highlights from our Cobweb Cabaret for a taste of the excitement! Get your CAMP tickets through the link in the bio.

Come immerse yourself in ᑕᗩᗰᑭ, an adult playground designed to awaken our inner child and embrace the joys of play, learning, connection and creativity. Join our vibrant community event where you can partake in enriching workshops led by talented presenters and witness awe-inspiring performances in our talent showcase. ᑕᗩᗰᑭ isn’t just your typical workshop day; it’s a harmonious blend of costume, play, and personal growth all wrapped up in one delightful package. Engage in our array of activities and connect with wonderful individuals for a day that promises to be wonderfully unconventional. Bring your sense of curiosity and marvel. Date: Sunday, March 17th Time: 2:30-7:30pm Location: 4th Brunswick Scout Hall Let’s create lasting memories together at ᑕᗩᗰᑭ! Buy ᑕᗩᗰᑭ tickets through the ticket link in bio!

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🏕️ CAMP - A day of playful workshops, performances and costume! A "school camp day for adults" to learn life skills and express themselves! 🌈 🎉Ready for an adventure unlike any other? Join us at CAMP on Sunday, March 17th at the 4th Brunswick Scout Hall from 2:30-7:30pm! * Engage in quick, impactful workshops designed to equip you with essential life skills. From knot-tying to flirting skills, there's something for everyone! * Relax and enjoy live performances or if you’re feeling brave showcase your talents at our vibrant talent show. * Embrace silliness, laughter, and joyful connections in a welcoming community. * Dress in your best CAMP-inspired attire. Let's make memories together at CAMP! For more details visit the FB event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/zbyWAyQic8thh49p/?mibextid=9l3rBW

Join us for a day of inspiring workshops! We’re thrilled about the fantastic lineup of presenters we’ve secured for the Imagination Workshop Day Festival Event. This has us incredibly excited with anticipation! 📖Workshops: 🖤Mistress Electra Amore - Sensual Spanking (@mz_electra_amore_au) ✏️Stef Ives - Life drawing workshop (@stefano_ives) 🐈Esther Ogilvie - T@ntric K!nk (@estherogilvie) 💃🏽Marania Bunton - Sensual Embodied Dance (@wildmoon.au) 🎨Helen Evans - The Art of Manifesting (@innerjoyartist) 🎶Poj Pollak - Sound Journey Meditation (@poj.integral.sound) 🙌 Phoebe Bond - Potent Praise (@phoebesbond) Time: 10:30am-6pm When: January 14th Where: Moss Studios in Brunswick. Treat yourself to the gift of self-discovery. It’s a fantastic way to start the year by prioritizing your health and personal growth. Buy tickets now (link in bio). Full program coming soon…. #permissionspaces #buildcommunity #authenticity #wellbeingworkshop #healthworkshop #gifttickets #empowering #workshopsmelbourne #festivalmelbourne #wellnessfestival #s3xpositivecommunity #therapistmelbourne #inclusivity #queerfriendly #queermelbourne #melbourneart #creativemelbourne #playcreateconnectgrow

We're thrilled about the fantastic lineup of presenters we've secured for the Imagination Workshop Day Festival Event. This has us incredibly excited with anticipation! 📖Workshops: 🖤Mistress Electra Amore - Sensual Spanking (@mz_electra_amore_au) ✏️Stef Ives - Drawing workshop (@stefano_ives) 🐈Esther Ogilvie - T@ntric K!nk (@estherogilvie) 💃🏽Marania Bunton - Sensual Embodied Dance (@wildmoon.au) 🎨Helen Evans - The Art of Manifesting (@innerjoyartist) 🎶Poj Pollak - Sound Journey Meditation (@poj.integral.sound) Time: 10:30am-6pm When: January 14th Where: Moss Studios in Brunswick. Treat yourself to the gift of self-discovery. It's a fantastic way to start the year by prioritising your health and personal growth. Buy tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/imagination-workshop-day

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