Africa in Two Acts

Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 6:30pm
PEN World Voices Festival of International Literature, NYC
Crosby Street Hotel Screening Room
79 Crosby Street, New York

Boubacar Boris Diop, Aminatta Forna, Billy Kahora, Achille Mbembe, Lola Shoneyin

Africa steps into the spotlight for this two-part event, designed to reveal hidden literary and political realities. Act I: Distinguished author and philosopher Achille Mbembe delivers remarks on the continent’s current events and literary scene, drawing on his years of experience. Act II: A panel of festival authors responds to the issues raised by Mbembe.

Tickets: $15/$10 PEN Members and students with valid ID.
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