Described as the “greatest literary show on Earth,” the Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) is a sumptuous feast of ideas. Over the past 17 years, JLF has transformed into a global literary phenomenon that brings together a diverse mix of the world’s greatest writers, thinkers, artists, speakers, and leaders on one stage to express creativity and engage in thoughtful dialogue. Now expanding far beyond the vibrant city of Jaipur, JLF hosts celebrations of literature and ideas at locations around the world, including New York City, Houston, London, Belfast, Toronto, Spain, the Middle-East, and others.
This September, Town Hall Seattle is proud to host the Jaipur Festival as it makes its grand debut in Seattle. Aisha Shah, Town Hall’s Director of Programs and Partnerships, says “With a large South Asian population and a thriving literary community, Seattle just makes sense as a location for JLF. We’re truly excited to bring the Festival to Town Hall and to the Puget Sound area.”
The speaker lineup includes cosmologist Priyamvada Natarajan; Chef Srijith Gopinathan; writers Amitava Kumar, Devika Rege, Ijeoma Oluo, Sonora Jha, Martin Puchner, Shobhaa De; and many more. Topics range from journalism and poetry to feminism and food, and with JLF’s hallmark camaraderie and energy, the enchanting flow of conversations will make it a truly unparalleled literary festival.
Attend JLF Seattle at Town Hall on Saturday, September 21 from 10AM-6:45PM and Sunday, September 22 from 11AM-1:45PM. Half-day Festival passes are available for $15, and full- Festival passes are available for $30 (Town Hall Members receive discounted admission).
