Festival of Stories 2024 @ Berninneit

Join us for the 2024 Festival of Stories in Berninneit, Cowes, from 2-4 August! 

Immerse yourself in a weekend of captivating storytelling, featuring renowned authors, filmmakers, and journalists.

Festival Website: www.pifestivalofstories.com

Kick off the festival on Friday evening with a special screening of 'The Dressmaker.' On Saturday, enjoy sessions with Sue Maslin and Rosalie Ham discussing the making of the film, Veronica Gorrie sharing insights from her powerful memoir 'Black and Blue,' and more. Engage with celebrated figures like Hannie Rayson, Kerry O’Brien, and Rosie Batty throughout the day. Sunday promises thought-provoking panels on journalism, storytelling, and self-perception with speakers like Jacinta Parsons, Robyn Davidson, and Wendy Harmer.

Ticket options are available to fit your schedule and interests: 

$140 - 3-Day Festival Pass (all events including Friday night film and Saturday night) 

$12 - Friday 2 August - Night Pass (Film Only) 

$78 - Saturday 3 August - Day Pass (all events until the dinner break) 

$38 - Saturday 3 August - Night Pass (Rosie Batty with Jacinta Parsons event only) 

$58 - Sunday 4 August - Day Pass (all events on Sunday)

Explore the book market in the grand foyer to pick up the perfect read and discover new favourites.

Don't miss the after-party on Sunday afternoon, where you can mingle with fellow attendees and share your festival highlights. Grab your tickets now and be part of this enriching literary celebration!

 

Festival Schedule: 

Friday, 2 August

Movie Screening Ticket: 3-Day Festival Pass or Friday Night Pass

• 7:00 PM - The Dressmaker: This screening ties in with Saturday morning's session featuring Rosalie Ham and Sue Maslin.

Saturday, 3 August

Day Session - 9 AM - 4:30 PM Ticket: 3 Day Festival Pass or Saturday Day Pass

• 9:15 AM - Smoking Ceremony (Forecourt)
• 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM - The Dressmaker (Theatre): Sue Maslin and Rosalie Ham share behind-the-scenes insights on the making of the film, including the fashion, fun, glamour, and disasters.
• 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM - Black and Blue (Theatre): Veronica Gorrie discusses her memoir on racism and resilience, joined by Patrick Coleridge, Barrister assisting the Coroner in the Kumanjayi Walker Inquest in Alice Springs.
• 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Lunch Break
• 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM - Extinction & History (Theatre): Hannie Rayson and Michael Cathcart explore themes of extinction and history.
• 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM - Bearing Witness: A Life in Journalism (Theatre): Kerry O’Brien reflects on his journalism career.
• 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM - A Question of Age (Theatre): Jacinta Parsons and Hannie Rayson discuss aging.
• 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM - Dinner Break

Evening Session - 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Ticket: 3-Day Festival Pass or Saturday Night Pass

• 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM - Evening Session (Theatre): Rosie Batty and Jacinta Parsons discuss domestic violence and resilience.

Sunday, 4 August

Ticket: 3-Day Festival Pass or Sunday Pass

• 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM - Truth in Journalism Panel (Theatre): Jacinta Parsons contributing chair, with Kerry O’Brien and Margaret Simons.
• 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM - Unfinished Woman (Theatre): Robyn Davidson in conversation with Rachelle Unreich, sharing her writing and travel experiences.
• 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM - Lunch Break
• 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM - Lies My Mirror Told Me (Theatre): Wendy Harmer and Hannie Rayson discuss self-perception and identity.
• 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM - After Party (Foyer): Join us for drinks and nibbles, and share your thoughts on the event and future festivals.

Note: While every effort will be made to adhere to this schedule, please be aware that there may be small changes due to unforeseen circumstances.

Important Notice: The Committee requests that there will be no discussions or opinions expressed on the situation in Gaza during the event.

More information

Berninneit is located at 91-97 Thompson Ave, Cowes and operated for the community by Bass Coast Shire Council. 

Please arrive early to ensure you have time to purchase drinks and snacks and find a seat. Limited accessible and wheelchair seating available. Companion tickets available via box-office with valid companion card. All tickets are non-refundable.

Visit our Website for more live events and cinema sessions across our venues www.basscoastculturalvenues.com