2024
Talks and Ideas
University of Tasmania presents

The Writer as an Agent of Change

Wed 16 Oct 2024 6:30 pm
Ian Potter Recital Hall at The Hedberg


Join African-Australian speculative fiction author and 2024 Hedberg Writer-in-Residence Eugen Bacon for a stimulating discussion on the power of storytelling. Through a keynote talk and readings, Eugen will explore how we can leverage our stories to address crucial themes of belonging, climate action, social in/justice, engaging with difference and more. The conversation will include an Ask-Me-Anything session, and Eugen will be available for a book-signing at the conclusion.     

Born in Tanzania and based in Melbourne, Eugen Bacon is the author of several novels and collections. She’s a British Fantasy Award winner, a Victorian Premier’s Literary Award finalist (for her most recent novel Serengotti), a Foreword Indies Award winner, twice a World Fantasy Award finalist, and a finalist in the Shirley Jackson, Philip K. Dick Award, and the Nommo Awards for speculative fiction by Africans. Her work has appeared in some of the world’s most esteemed fantasy, science fiction and African literary magazines.

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Tickets

Tickets are free, however registration is essential.

Duration

90 mins (no interval)

Patrons' Advice
  • Arriving at the Hedberg Please arrive between 6:00pm - 6:15pm via the University of Tasmania entrance to the building on 19 Collins Street Hobart.
  • Accessible Facilities The Recital Hall is located on the ground floor with level access from Collins street.

  • Mask requirements Mask wearing is an individual choice, however UTAS strongly recommends that masks be worn in indoor settings, particularly where physical distancing cannot be maintained.

  • Patrons please be advised, unauthorised photography, audio and video recordings strictly prohibited in this venue.

For wheelchair and accessible seating enquiries, please contact our box office on (03) 6146 3300 or boxoffice@theatreroyal.com.au