Join John Shortis as he presents his 2024 National Folk Fellowship research into Australian protest songs. Bringing together songs and story-telling, comedy and cabaret, John and singer Moya Simpson will tell the story of Australian protest songs with their community choir, Worldly Goods. Entry is free to this event but bookings are essential. There will be a 30-minute interval. Bookplate will remain open, with dinner and light refreshments available, and again at intermission. Please visit the website for timings. Tables can be pre-booked. Please note that all food and drinks must be consumed Before entering the Theatre, as only water in bottles with lids is permitted inside the Theatre. John Shortis is a songwriter/musician/researcher who creates original cabaret shows based on history and politics. He is the 2024 National Folk Fellow, a research Fellowship jointly offered by the National Library of Australia and the National Folk Festival. Moya Simpson is a singer/choir leader with a passion for world music, and the value of community choirs. Worldly Goods Choir was formed by Moya Simpson in 1998, and since then has appeared regularly at festivals and community events, as well as in concerts and theatrical productions.