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UQP authors at OzAsia Festival- Weekend of Words
08 Nov 2024 – 10 Nov 2024
Various locations across Tarndanyangga (Adelaide)

UQP authors at OzAsia Festival- Weekend of Words

OzAsia Festival's Weekend of Words: A vibrant celebration of Asian and Asian Australian literature, writing, and ideas. Curated by Sami Shah. Discover, engage, inspire.

Opening Night Gala

Free (register here)

Friday November 8, 6:00pm-7:30pm, Dunstan Playhouse

These acclaimed authors and storytellers will share their unique journeys and the unexpected paths their lives and careers have taken.

Ft Siang Lu and Sara Saleh

Conflicted Reporting

Free

Saturday November 9, 11:00am-12:00pm

A panel of foremost journalists explore the ethical dilemmas and personal risks faced in conflict zones, and how impactful great reporting and truthful journalism can be amidst the chaos.

Ft: Sarah Malik

The Political is Personal

Free

Saturday November 9, 2:00pm-3:00pm, Space Theatre

A discussion on how civil wars and conflict inform and shape ones writing, creating narratives that challenge stereotypes and highlight diverse perspectives.

Ft Sara Saleh

Writing for Young Readers

Free

Sunday November 10, 11:00am-12:00pm, Space Theatre

In a world of screens and apps, these authors are inspiring a love for reading in young minds, creating engaging and meaningful children’s literature that blends imagination and cultural heritage.

Ft Melanie La'Brooy

Tokens: The Diversity Panel

Free

Sunday November 10, 12:30pm-1:30pm

Everyone one on this panel has been accused of filling a diversity quota. Exploring the complexities, challenges, and broader implications of ensuring genuine inclusion.

Ft Sarah Malik

The Future of Writing

Free

Sunday November 10, 2:00pm-3:00pm, Space Theatre

Gain insights into emerging literary trends, new genres, and how contemporary authors are redefining narratives to reflect a diverse and evolving world.

Ft Siang Lu

Versus and Verses

Free

Sunday November 10, 2:30pm-3:30pm, Children's Artspace

An electrifying panel on how poets and rappers use their voices to tackle social issues and express personal experiences, from the page to the stage with powerful words.

Ft Sara Saleh

Closing Night Debate Chinese Food vs. Indian Food

Free (register here)

Sunday November 10, 6:00pm-7:00pm

China or India: Whose century will this be? Who’s the next superpower? Let’s settle this once and for all in the only way that matters, through food.

Dim sum or Daal? Five Spice or Garam Masala? Jasmine or Basmati? Watch a battle where chopsticks will be flung and parathas thrown. It may vicious, but it’ll also sound delicious.

Ft Sarah Malik