Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2014
Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2014
Middle East’s largest celebration – Dubai Festival City
Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2014 is the Middle East’s largest celebration of the written and spoken word, bringing people of all ages, nationalities and backgrounds together with authors from around the world to promote education, debate and, above all, a love of reading and writing, in a celebratory and enjoyable way.Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2014 is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum,The Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
The LitFest, as it has become known, creates a wonderful opportunity for UAE nationals, residents and visitors to meet renowned authors, writers, speakers and thinkers. It provides the chance to attend literary discussions, listen to readings, participate in workshops, and experience the exciting Fringe and children’s events.
With simultaneous translation between Arabic and English in all sessions, the LitFest strives to break down all barriers to communication, so ideas are truly shared and friendships formed – not least among the authors themselves.
The Festival creates a wonderful opportunity for UAE nationals, visitors and residents to meet famous authors, attend literary debates, listen to readings, participate in workshops, and experience the exciting fringe and children’s events. With simultaneous translation in all events, the Festival is a meeting of minds where ideas are shared and friendships are formed – not least among the authors themselves, who whether festival veteran or novice have praised the lively atmosphere and the diverse, intellectually switched-on audience.
The Festival’s headline sponsor is Emirates, and it takes place under the patronage of Dubai Culture. It is a not-for-profit event supported by sponsorship and the voluntary efforts of Dubai’s dedicated reading community.
Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2014 Event Details
Date: Tuesday, 4th – Saturday, 8th March 2014
Duration: 5 days
Audience: General Public
Category: Arts / Culture, Festival
Venue: Dubai Festival City
Website: https://www.emirateslitfest.com
