Performance Poet & Comedian
“An eccentric mix of observation comedy and insightful poetry… always entertaining.” Short Fuse, Camden
Louise writes about most of life’s rich tapestry from socks, love, anxiety and death to old age, rock ‘n’ roll and bikini line wazing!
Louise has headlined with her performance poetry and comedy monologues at top spoken-word venues and international festivals and on BBC and local radio. Her first collection is entitled You Can’t Cook a Poem LIke an Egg! and her 2nd on its way.
Her poem Sown Together has recently been published by Kew Gardens both online and in print. Created in collaboration with multidisciplinary artist Titi Sodimu, the Community Quilt and Poem are an art installation celebrating British flora. Titi was commissioned by Kew Gardens and Southern Railways for their Grow Wild on the Railway Project for Hove Station.
“love your poems…but the flannel one is truly revolting!” Enoch Hammer’s Folk Club
Louise’s credits include: Apples & Snakes, Express Excess, Seahaven Poets, Spoaken Word, The Fun & Laughter Mob, Sunday Assembly, The Poetry Café, The Poetry Police, Red Rooster, Oliver’s Poetry; and Edinburgh, Chichester & Brighton Fringe, Hove Grown, Henley Arts, London Literary, Seaford Literary, Hailsham Arts; Museum of Emotions on the South Bank. She is the founder and artistic director of The Poet’s Kitchen.
Iona Jette is Louise’s Scottish poetic alter ego and together they have performed on BBC London’s Word for Word, Talkback Radio, GLR, Brighton Community Radio and London Network Radio.
They have been found at parties, weddings, groups, health spas, cafes and on Zoom – Mairie Campbell’s Ceilidh, Pick n Mix Cabaret.
“Loved your poems – but the flannel one is truly revolting…!”
Enoch’s Hammer Folk Club
Louise performing Leather Bird at The Poetry Cafe
You Can’t Cook a Poem Like an Egg!
This book is Louise’s first collection of performance poetry and her next one – An Ode to Brussels Sprouts and Other Leftover Poems – is on its way. Available on Amazon.com, performances and workshops.
Comedy Monologues
All About Bliss – Tales from The Awkward Sex Coach:
In this fusion of comedy and the spoken word, Bliss Macvitie Awkward Sex Coach and Agony Aunty warns about the dangers of pink stiletto boots, explains why celebrity handbags are not always the answer, and which star sign you need to change your light bulbs. Performed at Brighton Fringe, Hove Grown, Charity Fundraiser & Spoken Word events.
“…I left the theatre with a grin on my face having been captivated by Louise…” Broadway Baby
The Naked Truth – Diary of an Artist’s Muse
Written for Hailsham Gallery at Hailsham Arts Festival. Performed at Lewes Artwave and Spoken Word Events.
Workshops and Coaching
Louise has led performance poetry, stand up comedy, performance skills, writing and personal and business development workshops as well as coached groups, children, young people and adults.
Business Poet
“Louise has a great capacity to engage, amuse and inspire her adiences. She can add something precious to any event she is part of.” Nick Williams, international leadership coach, mentor and best selling author. Louise composed and performed The Lightbulb poem from guests’ post-it notes at Inspired Entrepreneurs 1st Birthday Party.
“Brilliant… contemporary spin on life…” Paula Marie, The Fountain of Health
“A filthy Diana Rigg!” Collin Kelley, US poet, playwright, novelist & journalist
“I thought your monologue was tremendous…. It put me in mind of Patricia Routledge’s on Victoria Wood, that’s how good it is.” Mandy Knight, The Comics’ Comic Awarding Winning stand up, writer and actress.
“…many merry giggles and insights…” Richmond & Twickenham Times
“Louise has a great capacity to engage, amuse and inspire her audiences. She can add something precious to any event she is part of.” Nick Williams, international leadership coach and best-selling author, several best sellers on Louise’s performance for Inspired Entrepreneurs Birthday Party.