bLEST ‘Reading: A Matter of Life and Death’ is a stage show that focuses on the significance of literature. The performance explores how literature can be both important and challenging, and questions just how far its influence actually extends.
A conversation about the nature of literature
Over the course of an imaginative hour, Linda Eide invites Janne Stigen Drangsholt to a conversation about reading, interpretation and communication. The topics range from the role of literature to more unexpected elements such as running, talking and musical surprises.
Two distinctive voices on stage
Linda Eide is well-known from language programmes and entertainment shows on NRK. Janne Drangsholt is a literary scholar and professor of English at the University of Stavanger. Both are established authors with several books to their name.
An evening of surprises at Tysværtunet
The audience is invited to a lively and unpredictable conversation that unfolds as it goes along. The event takes place at Tysværtunet Cultural Centre and promises an evening filled with humour and reflection.
Afternoon Tea and show
Before the performance, classic Afternoon Tea is served at GP Café at Tysværtunet at 5.30 pm. The menu includes sandwiches, scones, cakes, tea, coffee and non-alcoholic sparkling wine. Registration is via the ‘Afternoon Tea and show’ option. Companion tickets are not valid for this offer.
bLEST Literature Festival 2026
The event is part of the bLEST Literature Festival 2026.