Remembering Mahmoud Darwish

On 9 August 2008, the Arab world lost one of its greatest contemporary writers: Palestinian poet, Mahmoud Darwish.

Described as the laureate of all Arabs, Mahmoud Darwish published over 30 volumes of poetry and eight books of prose. His work, translated in 35 languages, has won numerous awards including the prestigious Prince Claus Award in 2004.

To celebrate the life and work of this great literary figure, Cultural Media in association with the NSW Writers’ Centre is hosting a special memorial event. The event will take place on Friday 3 October 2008 (6:00pm for 6:30pm start) at the NSW Writers’ Centre, Callan Park, Balmain Road, Rozelle.

The evening will feature keynote speakers including Associate Professor Ahmad Shboul from the University of Sydney and Randa Abdel-Fattah, Author and Lawyer. There will also be live cultural performances including oud playing, singing and poetry readings. Guest readers include visiting Palestinian actor Khalifa Natour. The Master of Ceremonies will be Peter Manning, Veteran Journalist and Author.

Cultural Media is proud to announce that the Remembering Mahmoud Darwish event is part of a worldwide reading of Mahmoud Darwish poetry being organised by the Berlin International Literature Festival.

To RSVP, please contact Cultural Media on email: events@culturalmedia.com.au or phone (02) 8002 0084 by 30 September 2008.