2011 event
The 16th annual west Auckland literary festival, the Going West Books and Writers Festival 2011 celebrated New Zealand books, writing and ideas.
We evoked memories of Allen Curnow, whose birth centenary was celebrated in 2011. The theme was Landfall in Unknown Seas and we wondered at our slender hold on this shaky isle in its vast southern ocean.
During August and September, the west of the city became a hotbed of literary discussion, debate, oration and performance.
Join us to see New Zealand literature in action in 2012.
Feature events and dates for 2012:
Please note: more details will be added in early 2012.
- Going West Theatre Season: 22-25 August 2012
- Rare and second-hand book market: 8 September 2012
- Poetry Slam: 8 September 2012
- Books and Writers Weekend: 14-17 September 2012
- Storyfest: 29 September 2012.
Associated events:
Exhibitions and workshops will also be held throughout the month at various venues, including Lopdell House Gallery and Corban Estate Arts Centre.
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When |
August - September 2012 |
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Where |
Various venues in west Auckland - see individual listings for details. |
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Cost |
There are free events and workshops, as well as ticketed events - see individual event listings for costs. |
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Contact |
Contact Anna Fomison for more information or to go on the mailing list - call 09 301 0101 extn 42 8168 or email Going West or Anna Fomison |
Sponsors of the Going West Books and Writers Festival 2011: