In a world of reality TV shows and light entertainment, where issues are reduced to convenient soundbites, WORD Christchurch, in association with Christchurch Arts Festival, is proud to provide a platform for relevant, in-depth, stimulating — and yes, also entertaining — discussion. For the curious and inquisitive, for lovers of books and current affairs, Shifting Points of View is a series of events designed to present new ways of looking at the world, with an exciting line-up of local and international writers and commentators, who just might change your mind.

TICKETS ON SALE 22 JUNE, 2015

PROGRAMME

Sunday 30 August

10am On Belonging: Patricia Grace and Paula Morris

12pm Imaginary Cities: Fiona Farrell, Anna Smaill, Hamish Clayton, Hugh Nicholson, chaired by Lara Strongman

2pm The Struggle for Sovereignty: Margaret Wilson

4pm On North Korea: Inventing the Truth: Suki Kim, chaired by Paula Morris

6pm On Perversion: Jesse Bering

Monday 7 September

6pm On Effective Altruism: Peter Singer, chaired by Eric Crampton

8pm Crimes of Passion: Sarah Waters, chaired by Carole Beu