Category: Highlight


Freedom of artistic expression dominates the discussion at this year’s Ubud Writers & Readers Festival  

After cancelling several 1965-related program events due to local authorities threatening to revoke its operating permit, the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF) has drawn to a close after celebrating …

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Notice regarding the cancellation of For Bali

After a series of cancellations following increased scrutiny from local authorities, the UWRF has today (30 October) confirmed a further change to the Festival program. For Bali, a panel session focusing …

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UWRF Arts Program schedule

As Bali’s cultural heartland, it’s no surprise Ubud comes into its own with an array of exciting music acts, performances, and art happenings. With famed Indonesian crooners, Dayak tribal leaders …

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A message from the UWRF Founder & Director

This story is an extended opinion piece penned by our Founder & Director, Janet DeNeefe, in regards to yesterday’s announcement regarding the cancellation of several UWRF 2015 program sessions. It …

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Notice regarding select Festival program changes

It is with great disappointment that the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival must today (Friday 23 October) announce the cancellation of select 2015 program sessions. Three panel sessions dedicated to …

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UWRF 2015 Teaser Video

“Magical.” It’s the single word we keep hearing in relation to Ubud Writers & Readers Festival, and it’s something we’ve captured a little taste of in our teaser video. Watch, …

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Browse the 2015 Program Book, 225+ events, 170+ writers

Bursting with colour, texture and over 225 unmissable events set in Ubud, Bali’s cultural heartland, our 2015 Program Book is now ready to flip through. We hope it makes you …

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Michael Chabon, Christina Lamb, The Wheelers and Mohsin Hamid headline 12th UWRF

The Ubud Writers & Readers Festival has today announced the full line-up of writers and first-reveal program of events for its 12th and most exciting year yet, with over 200 …

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First round of UWRF authors announced as early bird tickets go on sale

  After attracting over 26,000 literature-lovers in 2014, Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF) is set to descend on Bali’s cultural capital once again from 28 October – 1 November, in …

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Launch your book with us at UWRF 2015!

Launch your book at Ubud Writers & Readers Festival, October 28 – November 1, 2015 and reach your next biggest fan. Not only a chance to host a memorable event, Book …

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