One of the world’s biggest literary festivals is booking a date with Seamus Heaney HomePlace in Bellaghy.
It will be one of two venues hosting the Jaipur Literature Festival – events will also take place at the Lyric in Belfast. It has been described as a ‘perfect pairing’ by Chair of Mid Ulster District Council, Sean McPeake. The event takes place on June 23.
The Jaipur festival takes place in India annually and is considered one of the most important events of its kind across the globe, bringing together a mix of the world’s greatest writers, thinkers, humanitarians, politicians and business leaders, to engage in thoughtful dialogue and debate.
“Given Seamus Heaney is a writer of international standing and the Jaipur Festival is renowned across the globe, the choice of HomePlace as a venue is a perfect pairing,” said Councillor McPeake.
“The element of the festival being held in Bellaghy, which will feature two ‘in conversation’ events exploring aspects of Indian and Irish culture and is another indication of the reputation and relationships which HomePlace is developing as an international attraction in itself,” he added.
The festival will host events at Seamus Heaney HomePlace on Sunday, June 23. For further information visitwww.seamusheaneyhome.com.