Writing Hawa

Writing Hawa

Writing Hawa follows three generations of Hazara women in Afghanistan as they pursue education, independence and opportunity.

  20 Feb 2027
  Riverina Playhouse

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Writing Hawa

The Alphabet of Hope

Join us on 20 February 2027 for The Alphabet of Hope Documentary Festival, presented in partnership with the Castlemaine Documentary Festival. Enjoy a day of inspiring documentary storytelling exploring hope, resilience, education, family and the strength of women.

Writing Hawa (2.00pm-3.30pm) follows three generations of Hazara women in Afghanistan as they pursue education, independence and opportunity in the face of social and political change.

Watch trailer: https://youtu.be/4YzwNjGZCis


The two other films in the film festival are:

  • We Are Not Powerless -  11am - 12:30pm
  • Grass: A Nation's Battle for Life - 7:30pm -  8:40pm

Or you can purchase a Festival Pass here


Date & Time:

Saturday 20 February, 2:00pm

Foyers, box office and bar open one hour before the performance.


Duration:

90 minutes no interval


Ticket Prices:

Single Film Session
Adult $17.00
Concession $12.00

Purchase entire film festival (3 films)
Adult $59.00
Concession $43.00


Venue:

Riverina Playhouse
8 Cross St, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650


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