“That’s what we storytellers do. We restore order with imagination. We instil hope again and again and again.” – Saving Mr Banks
About Dee
Dee (Durgah Devi) Palanisamy is a vibrant storyteller and passionate educator based in Melbourne. With over 12 years of experience as a Speech & Drama educator across South East Asia, she has dedicated her career to nurturing confident communicators through the power of story, drama, and creative expression.
Since moving to Australia in 2015, Dee has become an active and respected presence in the storytelling community — performing, mentoring, and contributing to the growth of the art form. She collaborates with Newport Storytellers, Generation Women Australia, serves as Secretary of the Australian Storytelling Guild, and is a Director of the Federation of Asian Storytellers (FEAST).
Drawing on her multicultural heritage and lived experiences, Dee creates storytelling experiences that rekindle imagination, strengthen connection, and celebrate culture - inviting audiences of all ages to rediscover the magic of story.
12 years+ as a Speech and Drama Educator
Julia Gabriel Education | Chiltern House,
Singapore | Jakarta
Masters of Education, Drama
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Grade 8 Speech and Drama Certificate
Trinity London, United Kingdom
International Storyteller
Australian Storytelling Guild | Federation of Asian Storytellers
My Offerings
Incursion experiences and interactive performances for different ages groups featuring classic tales, and multicultural stories.
Storytelling Services
A program designed for children to develop confidence and better communication through play and drama.
PlayWorks (New!)
Practical, story-led professional development designed to build confident communicators, enrich curriculum delivery, and support team growth.
Professional Development