THE KITE RUNNER + Afghan Cuisine & Film Discussion
Sun, Apr 21
|Epsilon Spires
Our Film Adaptations of Banned Books series continues with THE KITE RUNNER with discussion led by Abdullah Hafizi and members of the artist collective THE ARTLORDS. Bring your library card for free admission to the film! Enjoy extraordinary Afghan cuisine created by TAZA after the screening!
Time & Location
Apr 21, 2024, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Epsilon Spires, 190 Main St, Brattleboro, VT 05301, USA
About the event
In partnership with The Brattleboro Literary Festival and Brooks Memorial Library, Epsilon Spires continues our series showcasing film adaptations of banned books. Popcorn and refreshments provided! Doors 5pm. Film begins at 5:15. Dinner begins at 7:30pm. Bring your Library Card or a copy of the book to the box office for Free Admission to the film!
Khalad Hosseini’s The Kite Runner has joined a growing list of titles ‘under review’ or challenged by school boards, with nearly 5,894 books banned from July 2021 to June 2023. Hosseini’s novel, which tells the story of a young boy growing up in 1970s Kabul, spent two years on the New York Times bestseller list before selling over 8m copies worldwide. Set against the backdrop of war-torn Afghanistan, it delves into complex themes like friendship, betrayal and familial tension. The film and book will be introduced by curator Abdullah Hafizi and members of the artist…
Tickets
THE KITE RUNNER (Film Only)
Admission for one to THE KITE RUNNER. Popcorn and refreshments will be provided! Doors 5pm. Film begins at 5:15. Dinner begins at 7:30pm. Bring cash for the bar. Please choose your seating with respect for others and let us know if you require special arrangements. Thank you for your support! Enjoy the program!
$15.00
Sale endedAFGHAN DINNER & FILM!
Your All-Inclusive Ticket to an exceptional multi-course culinary adventure featuring Afghan cuisine by Shaima Aslami Hussain Zada, the culinary star behind TAZA Afghan Breads and Catering! This all-inclusive ticket includes an exceptional Afghan dinner and film screening of THE KITE RUNNER and curated beverages to enjoy with your meal. Please let us know in advance of any dietary allergies or restrictions. Doors 5pm. Film begins at 5:15. Dinner begins at 7:30pm.
$65.00
Sale endedSliding-Scale Ticket (Film)
Ticket for one to THE KITE RUNNER. General admission is $15. Thanks to a generous grant from the Ben and Jerry’s Foundation, subsidized sliding-scale tickets are available for those who self-identify as experiencing financial hardship. In order to make this program accessible for all, we are offering tickets by sliding scale. Taking equity and inclusion into account, please pay what you can to help support the venue. Doors 5pm. Film begins at 5:15. Dinner begins at 7:30pm.
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I would like to add a donation to my ticket to express my support and appreciation of the adventurous and intellectually-engaging programs at Epsilon Spires. Thank you & keep up the good work! Admission for one to THE KITE RUNNER. Popcorn & Refreshments will be provided! Bring cash for the bar. Please let us know if you require special arrangements. Doors 5pm. Film begins at 5:15. Dinner begins at 7:30pm.
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