Visit the main Big Sky Readers & Writers Festival page for the full program
Cook-Off!
The Big Sky Readers & Writers Festival together with the Durack Institute of Technology, Zeewijk Restaurant are hosting a Pizza Cook-off, featuring award-winning pizza chef Theo Kalogeracos.
The Cook-off between local WAFM personalities, Cr Shane Van Styn, Big Sky guest author Susan Duncan and Durack students will commence at 11.45am, tomorrow (Friday 14 September). Be there to witness Theo judge their gastronomic pizza creations. GDTV Productions will also be there to video the Cook-off!
The Zeewijk restaurant will be open from 11.00am to 1.30pm with a pizza lunch available at $12.00 per person or $15.00 includes beverage, of either a wine, beer or soft drink. No bookings required.
Friday 14 September | 11.45am | Durack Institute of Technology, Zeewijk Restaurant
Bookings not required.
Festival Opening
Join us for the Festival Opening event. Meet and mingle with our guests, celebrate the launch of Theo & Co. take 2 by Theo Kalogeracos and be entertained by Altus Duo.
Friday 14 September | 5.30-7.30pm | Geraldton Regional Library | FREE
Book at the Library prior to the day
Act-Belong-Commit Keynote Address
Featuring Judy Nunn – Reading between the lines
Judy Nunn’s books will be available for purchase at the Keynote Address until 10.00am
Saturday 15 September | 9.00 – 9.45am | Queens Park Theatre | FREE
Book at the Library prior to the day
Cooking Demonstration
When it comes to making pizzas, the secret is to use quality, fresh produce which creates a taste sensation. Theo Kalogeracos is far from being a traditional pizza maker and some of his pizzas are considered a little outside the box.
Book signing to follow the demonstration.
Saturday 15 September | 10.00am – 12.00pm | Durack Institute of Technology | $35
Book and pay at the Library by Tuesday 11 September
Lunch & Launch
Join us for lunch as we launch Philippa Nikulinsky’s Cape Arid.
Cape Arid National Park is a fascinating and remote area on the far south-eastern coast of Western Australia. Braving howling winds, grit, sleet, 43-degree heat and thousands of flies, the Nikulinskys travel rough sandy tracks to be rewarded by shimmering seas, islands and unique flora and fauna.
Cape Arid will be available for purchase and signing at the launch 1.00 – 2.00pm
Saturday 15 September | 1.15 – 1.45pm | Geraldton Universities Centre | FREE
Book at the Library prior to the day
Dinner at Durack
Join Chef Theo Kalogeracos for a sumptuous meal accompanied by fine wines, tales of travel and the search for the prefect pizza.
Theo’s books will be available for purchased from 9.00 – 9.30pm. Cash only.
Saturday 15 September | 6.30pm | Zeewijk Restaurant, Durack Institute of Technology | $120
Book and pay at the Library by Tuesday 11 September
Poetry by the Sea
Be prepared for an evening of poetry and fun. Participate in the open mic session, experience some history and be entertained by our guests. Meal included, licensed bar available. Includes some outdoor sessions.
Saturday 15 September | 6.30pm | Geraldton Yacht Club | $30
Book and pay at the Library by Tuesday 11 September
Literary Lunch
Travel down to this Mediterranean inspired building and gardens situated on the historic Greenough Flats where we will bid farewell to our Festival guests. Meal included, BYO alcohol.
Sunday 16 September | 1.00pm | Bentwood Olive Grove | $48
Book and pay at the Library by Tuesday 11 September
Visit the main Big Sky Readers & Writers Festival page for the full program
