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Byre World Returns for New Semester

19 January 2026

The School of Modern Languages and the Byre Theatre are pleased to announce the return of Byre World for the new semester - continuing the annual series of talks, workshops, and performances bringing the School of Modern Languages' global cultural studies research to the local community.

Running since 2015 in collaboration with the  in St Andrews, all Byre World events are open to all members of the University and the general public. 

Semester two events

Join us this semester for four thought-provoking evenings led by members of the School of Modern Languages' academic staff:


Screening of Sterne [Stars] by Konrad Wolf (1959) followed by Q&A with Seán Allan (St Andrews) and Elizabeth Ward (Leipzig).


A moving and joyful journey across the Middle East through stories, poetry, music, and dance.


Join Dr Katie Jones for a discussion about the importance of literature and storytelling in suicide prevention.


Dr Karol Valderrama-Burgos and Silvia Santamaría present a series of short performances that focus on women’s queer experiences.