Last Minute Christmas Gift Idea!
It's a great idea because long after the silly season is over, the lucky recipient of this gift will still have something to look forward to.
It is of course a ticket voucher for an event - or events - at the 2007 Sydney Writers' Festival.
It could apply to virtually anyone you want to be nice to because it isn't just about books (as new director Wendy Weir points out in the SWF pre-Chrissie newsletter). The vouchers are ideal for "anyone who enjoys discussions and debate, who is curious or enjoys the arts and culture, or is interested in current affairs, politics and history."
Come on - you must know someone who fits the description! And as the festival is promising more than 250 world's best practice writers and thinkers, you won't be lacking in choice.
And if you don't read this until after Christmas - make a list of all the people you've mortally wounded by not buying them a set of dreary hankies or ghastly folksy soaps and get them a fabulous New Year's gift instead.
Vouchers may be bought for a nominated sum by calling Sydney Theatre Box Office on (02) 9250 1999, then nominate the amount you would like to spend and tell them your credit card details.
