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Berry Writers Festival Opening Celebration

Please join us and all our authors for the Opening Celebration for Berry Writers Festival, including an address by David Marr

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The countdown is on! 🎉 We're just 3 weeks away from the Berry Writers Festival! Get ready for an inspiring weekend filled with thought-provoking discussions, captivating storytelling, and creative workshops. With an incredible lineup of authors and events, it's time to grab your tickets and prepare for a literary adventure in the heart of Berry! 📚✨

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We’re thrilled to welcome Penny Chapman, the visionary creator behind the acclaimed "Brides of Christ", to this year's session "Book to Screen: Originality, Adaptation & Audience."

"Brides of Christ" made waves when it aired, challenging societal norms and sparking conversations about religion, power, and identity in Australia. Its influence has been far-reaching, offering a rare, nuanced portrayal of life in a convent during the 1960s and leaving an indelible mark on both TV and cultural history.

Join Penny, film critic and documentary maker Marc Fennell, and acclaimed author and screenwriter Courtney Collins ("The Burial", "Bird") as they dive into the art of adaptation, storytelling, and how audiences shape the narrative in this not-to-be-missed session!

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Save the Date! Join us for a magical evening of "Words & Music" at the Berry Writers Festival! On Saturday, October 26th, immerse yourself in a night where storytelling meets melody, featuring performances that will stir your soul.

Hosted by Marc Fennell with live performances by Kane Calcite, Nicole Smede & Kay Proudlove, this special event promises an unforgettable fusion of spoken word and live music, complete with a wonderful bar thanks to SocialLife, all set against the beautiful backdrop of Berry.

Don’t miss out—mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details and the full line-up. Tickets will be released on 7th October.
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We are proud to be supported by:

Platinum Sponsor - The Arbour Berry - supporting the Berry Writers Festival

Platinum Sponsor - Berry Getaways - supporting the Berry Writers Festival

Gold Sponsor - Raine & Horne Berry - supporting the Berry Writers Festival

Ray White Berry - Gold Sponsor - supporter of Berry Writers Festival 2024

The Berry Writers Festival acknowledges the Dharawal and Dhurga language-speaking groups who are traditional owners of this area. We acknowledge their customs and culture, which have nourished, and continue to nourish, this land. And we extend our respects to Elders, past, present, and future.