World of stories: Exercise your literary imagination with these four weekend events

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Author Margaret Atwood, in an interview with TIME magazine, had said: "You're never going to kill storytelling, because it's built into the human plan. We come with it." Stories, which are an integral part of our childhood, have the power to shape our creative imagination and critical thinking. India is a treasure trove for storytelling traditions in multiple languages.

We rounded up a list of interesting literary events for readers to participate in this weekend:

Discussions:
Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami

This popular novel, written by Japanese author Haruki Murakami, is divided into two parallel plots, and the narrative swings back and forth between them. While the odd-numbered chapters focus on the story of 15-year-old Kafka, the even-numbered chapters tell the story of Nakata. The story is a blend of humour, suspense, and magic realism. If you are a Murakami fan, join the discussion about this book on Saturday.
When: May 8, 9 pm. Visit: www.insider.in

Love and Information by Caryl Churchill

This one may interest theatre lovers. Caryl Churchill's ‘Love and Information' is a vibrant play comprising short scenes addressing contemporary issues about knowledge, technology and communication, and our ability to love. It made its debut in London's Royal Court Theatre in 2012. Ben Brantley of The New York Times described the play as a "thought-churning, deeply poignant new play", where every little snippet "leaves us wondering about what happened before and what happens after what we've seen."
When: May 8, 11 am. Visit: www.insider.in

Storytelling:
Daastaan By Alfaaz

With the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, everything around us seems to be gloomy. It is okay, and sometimes necessary, to take a break. While there is no escaping from reality, we can participate in events which help us relax our minds for some time. In an hour-long session by Daastaan, hear intriguing stories performed by artists, in the company of other like-minded fans of storytelling.
When: May 8, 9 pm. Visit: www.bookmyshow.com

Workshop:
Learn the Art of Storytelling

The legendary Walt Disney once said, "That's what we storytellers do. We restore order with imagination. We instill hope again and again and again." If you want to learn how to begin doing that, this workshop may have some useful clues. Jay Kumar Hariharan, a leadership coach, is hosting an online session on storytelling. Among other things, he will talk on topics such as the importance of stories and how to use the power of narratives to express ourselves authentically.
When: Until May 31, 4 pm. Visit: www.bookmyshow.com