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This workshop is designed for anyone who is planning to write a biography and for those who are already in the process of writing a biography. Participants will work on the problems of interpreting a life, on shaping the 'story' of a life, developing interviewing techniques, assessing sources, tackling problems with materials, structuring the biography and refining a unique approach and style of writing appropriate to the biographical subject.
DATE: Saturday 26 March, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
VENUE: NEWC
COST: $55 members / $65 non-members
Dr Anne Pender is Senior Lecturer in English and Theatre Studies at the University of New England (UNE), Armidale.
She is the author of the following biographical works: One Man Show: The Stages of Barry Humphries,
Christina Stead: Satirist and Nick Enright: An Actor's Playwright.
Inquiries
All workshops must be booked and paid for in advance. For information about the program or to book for events:
Phone (02) 6772 7210 or send an email message to newc44@dodo.com.au
NEWC membership entitles you to do the workshop at the reduced member rate.
You can become a member when you book a workshop. Our annual membership fees are:
Adults: | $30.00 including GST |
Students (tertiary): | $20.00 including GST |
Students (under 18): | $15.00 including GST |
Venue
Unless otherwise stated, all events will be held at the New England Writers' Centre (NEWC), in the Neighbourhood Centre, 129 Rusden Street, Armidale (between the Council Building and the Town Hall).
Access
During opening hours and workshops, access is through the Cinders Lane car park (first door on left, in the corridor).
Parking
There is a one-hour parking restriction in the Cinders Lane carpark.
The New England Writers' Centre is assisted by the NSW Government through Arts NSW.