Poetry has the power to move, inspire and unite us. Poetry, out of all the literary genres, chooses the most beautiful ‘passage.’ Join us for a poetry reading that centres …
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Body and nature are inseparable elements. The dancers respond to natural energy and process it into works, which awaken our sensitivity to the universe and deepen our soul. Join a …
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In response to the novel Yang Menari Dalam Bayangan Inang Mati by Ni Made Purnama Sari, artist Erica Hestu Wahyuni paints iconic illustrations of Bali in a naïvely innocent depiction. …
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Iconic for both its artistry and long history, Indonesia’s batik is designated by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Whether printing with a cap or …
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With creativity as the container and the arts as the way, we’ll delve into a deeply reflective process of uncovering the signs, messages, images and directions our soul has been …
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Journalist and writer Brigid Delaney’s latest book, Reasons Not to Worry tells of the Stoic principles of virtue, moderation and self-discipline from the teachings of three ancient guides, Seneca, Epictetus and Marcus. …
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Experience a permaculture garden with our special guest Rara Sekar at Mana Earthly Paradise, Ubud. Natural canals weave across lush gardens, bringing fresh water in from the nearby rivers and …
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British activist, interdisciplinary artist, and celebrated designer Osman Yousefzada, discusses his first book, The Go-Between, a uniquely observed memoir of his childhood growing up between worlds in a closed migrant community. …
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Preeta Samarasan, author of Tale of the Dreamer’s Son, tells stories of family, race, religion, tradition versus modernity, all with a backdrop of Malaysian heritage. Janet Steele welcomes Preeta to …
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Kick-start your Festival day with traditional Balinese treats and coffee while learning the basics of Bahasa Indonesia with the bubbly team from Cinta Bahasa. Learn key greetings, the dos, and …
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This year, Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF) celebrates its 20th festival edition of unifying the world’s most exciting writers, thinkers, and performers. To celebrate its anniversary festival, it will …
Following a hugely successful 2022 Festival Edition, the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF), is celebrating its 20th Anniversary Edition between the 18th – 22nd October 2023. It’ll be returning …
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