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Local and Live presents: WH Auden – His Life and Poetry, with Janet Pressley

For many, Auden is the most significant poet of the 20th century – his poems rooted in, and bearing witness to, the ideas and events of his times.

This talk by Janet Pressley explores the life and work of Auden looking particularly at several of his poems, read by Tony Allen.

This event was originally scheduled for 22nd November. All tickets for that date remain valid. 

Part of the Local and Live mini-festival, a joint initiative between Ropetackle Arts Centre and Shoreham Wordfest, to celebrate the creativity of local writers, musicians, actors and poets and the return to live performance.

LOCAL AND LIVE FESTIVAL PASS: Enjoy 10 events* for just £60. Discount applied at the checkout. *Excludes: The Noise Next Door and A Christmas Carol. 

 

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Saturday 30th January 2021 - Starts 2pm


TICKET PRICE: £8


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