Storytelling is an inseparable part of human history. From cave painting in prehistoric dwellings to modern-day entertainment, such as books and plays, humans use stories to convey information to each other and connect communities. Authors and professional storytellers will share their crafts this February.
Every culture has its own stories to tell. Storytelling is the foundation of human culture. In traditional cultures around the world, telling stories not only entertains but conveys practical information about survival along with the beliefs, taboos, rituals, and social mores.
Annaliza Bakri’s research interests include the interplay of ideology and ethnicity in shaping the dominant narratives in literature, language education, and the intersection between translation, history, humanity and storytelling. Her writings have been published in Prairie Schooner, Brooklyn Rail, Transnational Literature, s/pores, Budi Kritik (2019), Asymptote and Centre for Stories.
Dr. Nazry Bahrawi specialises in the comparative study of texts, theories and traditions of Indian Ocean cultures between the Malay Archipelago and the Middle East. His research is informed by discourses in world literature, decolonial theory, translation studies and ethnic studies. He published in these areas in peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes.
VENUE: Online
LINK: To be sent to registrants
EVENT WEBSITE: Eventbrite (for registration)
DATE AND TIME
14 Feb 2022, 7pm–8pm