Fiction and poetry writers from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas’ Creative Writing Masters of Fine Arts program read monthly at the Arts Factory
(January 21, 2013– Las Vegas) – Neon Lit, a monthly literary event presented by the UNLV MFA and PhD programs, will present student readers and guests Friday, January 25, at Trifecta Gallery in the Arts Factory, 107 E. Charleston Blvd. Doors open at 6 p.m., reading starts at 7 p.m. Prior to the event, enjoy beer and specialty cocktails at Bar + Bistro in the Arts Factory.
Reading this month will be Regina Ernst, Jessica Durham, Jean Ho, Mark Lennon, Joleen Long, and Doug Unger. Sam Samson will MC.
Often attracting more than 80 attendees monthly, the downtown literary event has showcased the work of the university’s creative writing students and guest writers since 2009. The readings reflect the diverse student body, and offer the opportunity to hear a variety of fiction and poetry created in Las Vegas. Neon Lit is hosted monthly in one of the most renowned contemporary art galleries in the arts district.
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ABOUT NEON LIT:
Supported by the Black Mountain Institute, UNLV and the Arts Factory Las Vegas, Neon Lit is a monthly downtown literary event showcasing the university’s creative writing MFA and PhD students. For more information visit http://neonlit.org/.