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Artsworx Access – A Day with Jane Austen
From: | Saturday 15 August 2015 |
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To: | Saturday 15 August 2015 |
Time: | 10:00am - 03:00pm Saturday 15 August 2015 |
Location: | UniSQ Campus, West Street, Toowoomba, Queensland 4350 Australia |
To be hosted in conjunction with the Jane Austen Society of Australia (Brisbane branch)
Celebrate the bicentenary of the publication of Jane Austen’s work with a gathering of like-minded enthusiasts.
This is your chance to explore the witty, sparkling world of Jane Austen with USQ English Literature lecturer Dr Jessica Gildersleeve.
The day will focus on the novel Emma, as this year is the bicentenary of its publication. All participants should have read the book before the day and bring it along with them for discussion and reference. Topics will include:
• ‘Pleasure in a Good Novel': Austen’s life and literary world
• ‘One cannot have too large a party': Emma and her Society
• Love, Marriage and Matchmaking
• Character and Reputation: In Defence of Mrs Elton and Others
• Books to Film to Television to Youtube: Austen’s Contemporary Adaptations
… and more! We will engage in critical discussion as well as some fun activities.
TICKETS $99 includes morning and afternoon tea
UniSQ Campus
West Street
Toowoomba
Queensland
4350
Australia
West Street
Toowoomba
Queensland
4350
Australia
Entry charges - Adult | $99 |
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Contact phone | 0746311111 |
Booking information | https://artsworx.com.au/events/a-day-with-jane-austen-literature-workshop/ |
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Is food and drink available? | Yes |
Are toilets available? | Yes |
Is there disabled access? | Yes |