PROGRAMME 2022
MONDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER
The Beginning
A day of variously timed arrivals, unpacking and settling in, there are no events but we will be gathering and welcoming guests and visitors at an informal supper at Festival familiar favourite, PERGOLA TAVERNA, St Sophia Street in the Jewish Quarter from 8pm
TUESDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER - DAYTIME
Greek Beach Club Day
Collection (& return) by coach from Corfu Town to Micronisi Beach Club, south Corfu, for a day of cocktails, sun & sea worshipping and a magnificent beachside lunch created especially by chefs Manolis & Spiro for our CLF guests at the island's premier hideaway spot, Micronisi
TUESDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER - EVENING
Love In A Hot Climate
Plous Bookshop & Cafe - Corfu Town
Four different authors whose characters have been set against Corfu's landscapes and her people. Why and how has this island inspired - Joy Skye, Mandy Baggot and Isabelle Broom discuss their location with Chair Melanie Hewitt -
WEDNESDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER - DAYTIME
In Others' Footsteps - A Walk In Corfu Town
Led by writer and Philhelene Matthew Hisbent, local academic and polyglot Christina Papadatou and the Festival's own Philip Louvros, familiarise yourself with the Mediterranean town that the Durrells, Gordon of Khartoum, Edward Lear, Ioannis Capodistrias and other luminaries once called home. The culmination of the walk will be at Nobile Wine Bar with
a debut reading from her new play, After Melissa, by writer, dramatist and filmmaker Jane Coyle
Wear comfortable shoes!
WEDNESDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER - EVENING
By Special Arrangement - Tour of Corfu's Museum of Asiatic Art Galleries
Further details to be announced
THURSDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER - DAYTIME
The Authors XI Cricket Club will be playing
Gouvia Marina Pitch
THURSDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER 2022 - EVENING
In Proud Association & Partnership with the UNESCO Chair of the University of the Ionian
Living UNESCO
In the front courtyard of The Palace of St Michael and St George
Old Corfu Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. What are the challenges of preserving and treasuring but still
working and living within a monument? How do the citizens modernise and improve their home city whilst
still respecting its heritage? How can a place welcome thousands of appreciative and curious visitors but
still function in the real daily world?
UNESCO Chair Holder Professor Stavros Katsios and researcher Christina Kermida Papadatou
discuss with expert panellist, historian and classicist Natalie Haynes with questions submitted by (but sadly
unable to join us in person) Peter Frankopan, Bettany Hughes and Tom Holland.
followed by
The Novel in a Time of Crisis
In a world bruised by a global pandemic, in economic crisis, war atrocities and political turmoil, how does the contemporary author respond? How do books reflect the mood, malaise or hope of the reader? Or should they?
Authors Amanda Craig, Sally Emerson and Sofka Zinovieff in conversation with Richard Beard
FRIDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER 2022 - DAYTIME
Nectar & Ambrosia Tasting
Dionysus and Demeter are the Greek god and goddess of wine and food but, during this specially curated event, they will be joined by Apollo, the god of music too. Sommelier and gastronomy consultant Stamatis Iseris will carefully pair a selection of Greek fine wines with suitably partnered local food specialities and the tastings will be accompanied by especially composed musical interludes for a truly immersive and complete experience.
FRIDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER 2022 - EVENING
The Art of Being Human
Garden Terrace, Capodistrias Museum, Evrapouli
Introduction & Welcome
Acclaimed and prize winning novelist Evie Wyld will open this evening's events by reading a new short story
Visiting especially commissioned for the 5th Corfu Literary Festival.
Matt Haig, author of bestsellers The Midnight Library, How To Stop Time and Reasons to Stay Alive amongst other titles, in conversation with Anthony McGowan, prolific children's and YA author, as well as writer of adult novels and non fiction, Tony won the Carnegie Gold Medal for his book Lark.
followed by
Journeys To The Greeks
Why, in the era of online tourist advice, do we still need and love travel writing? And why and how has Greece so seeped into our consciousness?
How has this small country and its mythology so deeply enmeshed itself into the hearts and souls of people around the world? Why does Greece so capture our imaginations and what is the Greek spirit? Authors and travellers Peter Fiennes, Julian Hoffman and Michael Vatikiotis in conversation with Sofka Zinovieff
SATURDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER 2023 - DAYTIME
The Authors XI CC vs The Osians XI CC
and local Hellenic teams in Round Robin Cricket Tournament
Gouvia Marina Pitch
with a special event between innings
Eastern Voices, Western Homes
Festival co-founder, writer and author 0f this year's hugely successful Winchelsea, Alex Preston, will be in
conversation with Helena Lee, writer and editor responsible for Harper's Bazaar's features, art and culture coverage,
about her book, East Side Voices
SATURDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER 2023 - EVENING
National Gallery Annexe, Kato Korakiana
The Corfu Literary Festival in proud partnership with the National Gallery of Greece, Corfu presents
THE 2022 NIKOS LOUVROS LECTURE
EL GRECO: JAZZ AGE OLD MASTER
Domenikos Theotokopoulos, known as El Greco, was born in Crete, trained in Venice under Titian and found success
in Spain. This c16th Master seems to have been centuries ahead of his time and is thought to have strongly
influenced the Expressionist and Cubist movements and found a new appreciative audience as the most Modern
of the Old Masters during the early 20th century.
Accompanied with a little music from renowned New York cabaret voice and children’s author Craig Pomranz, our expert panel will discuss El Greco’s life, his inspirations and his legacy and relevance. Director of the Corfu Annexe of Greece's National Gallery, Marina Papasotiriou will be joined by Professor Sarah Churchwell and fine arts journalist and travel author Louise Nicholson
followed by
Religion, Science, Cult and Control
Broadcaster and writer Dr Adam Rutherford and writer and theologist Professor Francesca Stavrakopoulou discuss
where we are as a species, why we got here and how and whether our influences and directions are led by
natural evolution, science or belief. Chaired by lecturer, authors and historian, Michael Taylor
SUNDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER – DAYTIME
Corfu Town's elegant and historic main square hosts a celebration cricket match and
looks forward to 200th Anniversary of cricket on the island in 2023
SUNDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER - EVENING
To The Edges Of The World
Courtyard of Private Home, Alexandros Avenue
Award winning author of critically acclaimed books The Snow Geese and The Music Room, Fellow of the Royal Society
of Literature and, incidentally, described by a team mate as "undoubtedly the nicest man in cricket" William Fiennes
will be in discussion with travel writer, author of Outpost and Fellow of the Royal Literary Fund Dan Richards
followed by
America America
Author, broadcaster and professional journalist, Sarah Churchwell, will discuss her explosive and highly acclaimed
book The Wrath to Come, a thought-provoking and illuminating analysis of Gone With The Wind with historian,
author and The Rest is History podcast creator, Tom Holland
Please note that all events are subject to the availability of the presenters and panelists and kindness of the weather
For out-of-town events, coach travel to and from the venues will be arranged for those without their
own transport included in the ticket price
Corfu Literary Festival will be hosting their speakers for supper, post-event, each evening and guests,
event attendees and visitors are encouraged and welcomed to
join us at our chosen tavernas
Details and contact details for reservations to follow
Ticket will be available via Eventbrite nearer to the time of the Festival
