Wild Threads
Literary Festival to showcase comedy, music and more
Presented by the PEI Writers’ Guild, the 2024 Wild Threads Literary Festival, taking place from September 19–22, features four days of events celebrating authors, storytellers, comedians, and musicians. In addition to writing and publishing workshops, author talks, and more, several performances will be highlighted throughout the festival.
On September 19, the Jack Pine Folk Club, hosted by Shane Pendergast, will be held at Trailside Music Hall in Charlottetown at 8 pm. This edition will feature authors and poets Andre Fenton and Bren Simmers, along with special musical guests Mike Dixon (formerly of Saddle River String Band) and touring one-man-band Benj Rowland.
On September 21 at 1 pm, Harmonies & Histories at Watermark Theatre in North Rustico will celebrate PEI’s Francophone culture with host Michael Pendergast and special guests. At 8 pm, Comedy Unravelled, hosted by Shawn Hogan, will present stand-up comedy with UK headliner Allyson June Smith, Heidi Brander, and Tanya Davis at The Guild in Charlottetown.
On September 22 at 2 pm, Interwoven Voices at Harmony House in Hunter River will showcase local musicians Carlie Howell, Alicia Toner, Joce Reyome, and Brielle Ansems.
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