Live @ MTM: Matthew Batt in Conversation with Michelle Wildgen | Mystery to Me
Jan 23, 2024 (UTC-6)ENDED
Madison
Experience an unforgettable evening with Matthew Batt as he engages in a captivating conversation with Michelle Wildgen at the Live @ MTM event. Join us at Mystery to Me in Madison on January 23, 2024, for an enriching literary encounter.
In this engaging event, Matthew Batt, a seasoned professor on sabbatical, will share his remarkable journey from academia to the bustling world of restaurant service. Delve into the pages of his vivid memoir, "The Last Supper Club," as he recounts the challenges and rewards of working in a high-pressure fine dining kitchen and entertaining an expectant audience. With his sharp wit, humility, and profound insights, Batt pays homage to the intricate art of working in restaurants, the bonds formed amidst the chaos, and the profound self-discovery that can emerge from such an immersive environment.
Matthew Batt is a highly acclaimed author, known for his memoir "Sugarhouse," as well as his contributions to reputable publications such as the New York Times, Outside Magazine, and the Huffington Post. As an esteemed recipient of grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, the McKnight Foundation, and the Aspen Writers' Institute, Batt imparts his expertise as a creative writing and English professor at the University of St. Thomas.
Joining Batt in conversation is Michelle Wildgen, a talented writer with an impressive body of work, including her critically acclaimed novel "You're Not You," which was adapted into a feature film starring Hilary Swank and Emmy Rossum. Wildgen's writing has been showcased in prestigious publications such as the New York Times Book Review, Modern Love, and O Magazine. With her background as an executive editor for the renowned literary journal Tin House, Wildgen brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to the event.
Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to engage with two remarkable authors as they explore the rich tapestry of the culinary world and the transformative power of their words. Admission to this captivating conversation is free, so mark your calendars and join us at Mystery to Me in Madison for a night of literary inspiration.