The Trenčín Literary Festival presents socially engaged writing that reflects on current social phenomena— the city, urbanism, public space, and community life.
We invite you to an inspiring afternoon of literary readings. Literary interventions performed by well-known Slovak actors and actresses will take place at different times in popular cafés around Trenčín.
Coffee Sheep
13:00
Hana Naglik: Ester and the Albatross
Read by Lujza Schrameková
Little Ester learns that she is adopted—and it is not exactly a happy discovery. Together with children, we uncover a story that also touches adults. A reading from an award-winning book that has even made its way into third-grade reading textbooks.
Musical guest: Nina Ambrusová
For families with children aged 5–12
OuCafé
17:00
Ludvig Bagin (reading Kornel Földvári)
Stories from the Underground
A native of Trenčín who used to say he was born at the wrong time to the wrong parents left behind an extensive body of literary work filled with intelligent and empathetic humor. The texts are read by another native of Trenčín – a prominent figure of the alternative cultural scene and civic activism.
Musical guest: Timea Dubrovayová (saxophone)
KKC Hviezda
17:20
Hannah Arendt: Freedom to Be Free
Read by Zuzana Fialová
Is freedom for everyone? How much freedom can society bear—and how much can an individual? Philosophy that remains deeply relevant today.
Musical guest: Šarlota Adamková
Café Sládkovič
18:00
Božena Slančíková Timrava: Heroes
Read by Marta Sládečková
Burdened beyond measure, yet still people with heart. A timeless study of courage, patriotism, and cowardice that has not grown old.
Musical guests: Samuel Hainc & Róbert Tuchyňa
