Readings, Plays and Poetry

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  • Alan Bennet Reads A Life Like Other People

    Movie

    Type: Literary Reading
    Cast: Alan Bennett
    Location: Trafalgar Square, London
    Year: 2011

    Alan Bennett entertains with this darkly humorous reading from his book that considers the hospice care which his mother experienced at the end of her life. Personal anecdote and a wry look at the way we rega...

  • Edna O'Brien, Voice of the Irish Author

    1 season

    Her early novels were banned in Ireland, but they were deeply human and critically acclaimed.

  • George Saunders: Readings from Tenth of December

    Movie

    Type: Literary Reading
    Cast: George Saunders
    Location: England
    Year: 2014

    The short stories in George Saunders' Tenth of December are celebrated for their unique blend of humor, heart, and insight into the human condition. During his readings from the collection, Saunders showcases what makes hi...

  • The Edinburgh Festival: Comedy Snippets

    Movie

    Type: Interview - Comedy
    Cast: Jonny & The Baptists, Four Screws Loose, Marcel Lucont, and Sarah-Louise Young
    Location: Edinburgh Festival, Scotland
    Year: 2014

    At the 2014 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, this Comedy Hour featured performances by Jonny & The Baptists, Four Screws Loose, Marcel Lucont,...

  • The Folio Prize: A Journey into Literary Excellence

    Movie

    Type: Literature Award Ceremony
    Live Event: Folio Prize for Fiction
    Location: London
    Year: 2014

    The Folio Prize for Fiction is a prestigious award that celebrates outstanding works of fiction written in English and published in the UK. Open to authors of all nationalities, it recognizes excellen...

  • Who Tells the Story? Exploring First vs. Third Person in Literature

    Movie

    Type: Writer Interview
    Cast: Tracy Chevalier, Edna O'Brien
    Location: England
    Year: 2012

    Tracy Chevalier: a highly respected American British author celebrated for her meticulous research, vivid storytelling, and compelling characters. Her novels, including Girl with a Pearl Earring (adapted into...

  • Mark Haddon Reads from Stuart: A Life Backwards

    Movie

    Type: Reading
    Cast: Mark Haddon
    Location: England
    Year: 2012

    Hearing Mark Haddon read from Stuart: A Life Backwards is compelling because of his deep understanding of storytelling and character empathy. Haddon is best known for his own works, such as The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-...

  • Edna O'Brien on Irish Identity

    Type: Writer Interview
    Cast: Edna O'Brien
    Location: England
    Year: 2012

    In this interview, Edna O'Brien eloquently articulated the transformative power of literature and the profound significance of storytelling. She recounted her journey as a writer, detailing the obstacles she overcame and the ...

  • The Edinburgh Festival: Behind the Scenes

    Movie

    Type: Arts Festival
    Location: Edinburgh Festival, Scotland
    Year: 2014

    The Edinburgh Festival is the heartbeat of artistic chaos, an explosion of theater, music, comedy, and creativity that transforms Scotland’s capital into a stage for the world. Every August, performers flood the city, turning ...

  • The Art of Writing Fantasy with Philip Pullman

    Movie

    Type: Writer Interview
    Cast: Peter Pullman
    Location: London
    Year: 2012

    In his Hibrow interview, Philip Pullman masterfully unpacks the art of writing fantasy, championing the fusion of the extraordinary with the relatable. He argues that the magic of great fantasy lies not in escapism but in its...

  • Justice in Literature, a conversation with Sergio De La Pava

    Movie

    Type: Writer Interview
    Cast: Sergio De La Pava
    Year: 2014

    Born in New Jersey to Colombian immigrants, De La Pava serves as a public defender in Manhattan - a role that deeply informs his writing. His debut novel, A Naked Singularity, was initially self-published in 2008 but later gained critical...

  • House of Fairy Tales

    1 season

    All these programs share the joy of House of Fairy Tales, a Children's art program from England. Come and learn about the way this program is created and see how it engages kids in imaginative learning and fun.

  • The Art of Puppetry: The Little Theater of Dolls

    Movie

    Type: Puppetry
    Cast: Raisa Veikkola and Frida Alvinzi
    Location: England
    Year: 2012

    Raisa Veikkola and Frida Alvinzi are Scandinavian artists behind London's Theatre of Dolls. They have created immersive performances blending puppetry and visual art and have crafted fantastical worlds with recycl...

  • Unveiling the Storyteller’s Craft with Monica Ali

    Movie

    Type: Writer Interview
    Writer: Monica Ali
    Year: 2011

    Monica Ali's unveils a new look at the storyteller's craft with her debut novel, Brick Lane (2003), which delves into themes of immigration, identity, and cultural dislocation. As a Pakistani author, Ali infuses fresh energy into literature by...

  • The Essence of the Novel by Mark Haddon

    Movie

    Type: Writer Interview
    Cast: Mark Haddon
    Year: 2014

    In this interview, Mark Haddon paints the novel as a boundless realm, where thoughts unfurl, and emotions take flight. He speaks of its unmatched power to plunge into the minds of characters, revealing the quiet tremors of their souls. With a n...

  • The Art of Writing with Elif Shafak

    Movie

    Type: Writer Interview
    Cast: Eli Shafak
    Location: London
    Year: 2012

    Elif Shafak's reflections on writing reveal a profound commitment to empathy, adaptability, and authenticity. Embracing multilingual expression and the solitary nature of the craft, she provides a model for aspiring writers navi...

  • The Culture of Literature with Pankaj Mishra

    Type: Writer Interview
    Cast: Pankaj Mishra
    Year: 2014

    An interesting interview with Pankaj Mishra, an Indian essayist, novelist, and critic, known for his deep analyses of history, politics, and global affairs. Born in 1969 in India, he has written extensively on colonialism, globalization, and ...

  • Alexander Ponomarev reads in Russian and English

    1 season

    Alexander Ponomarev is a Russian artist poet who performs in English and Russian. Here we have performances in both languages for you!

  • The Salon, An Artistic Event

    1 season

    You can sip wine, sit on your couch, and still engage with this performance.

  • Mark Haddon Reads from Stuart: A Life Backwards

    Type: Reading
    Cast: Mark Haddon
    Location: England
    Year: 2012

    Hearing Mark Haddon read from Stuart: A Life Backwards is compelling because of his deep understanding of storytelling and character empathy. Haddon is best known for his own works, such as The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-...

  • World Book Fair 2011

    Movie

    Type: Book Fair
    Location: England
    Year: 2011

    The London World Book Fair, established in 1971 as the Specialist Publishers’ Exhibition for Librarians, has evolved into a global hub for creativity, innovation, and collaboration in the publishing world. It is a key marketplace for industry professi...