NSW: Newcastle Writers Festival

When
7 April, 2017 12:30 PM - 7 April, 2017 3:00 PM
Where

Event is not bookable.

Screen Shot 2017-03-24 at 11.02.04 amThe Newcastle Writers Festival began in 2013 and shines the spotlight on local and national literary talent across all genres. This year the event celebrates its fifth anniversary with its biggest program yet – 85 sessions featuring 140 writers.Join playwrights and screenwriters from the Newcastle region as they discuss their writing practice and journeys on Friday April 7.Please note:Both sessions are free and you do not need to book a ticket above. Seats are offered on a ‘first in first served’ basis at the venue no ticket required. FROM THE PAGE TO THE STAGE – free sessionWith playwrights Carl Caulfield and Pamela Whalan. Host – Felicity BigginsWhen: Friday 7 April 2017 12.30–1.30 pmWhere: Cummings Room Newcastle City HallFROM THE PAGE TO THE SCREEN – free sessionWith Vanessa Alexander Mark Barnard and Michelle Offen. Host – George MerrymanSupported by The Australian Writers’ Guild NSW CommitteeWhen: Friday 7 April 2017 2–3 pmWhere: Cummings Room Newcastle City HallFor more information on the festival tickets and writer’s bios click here

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