StAnza is a

poetry Poetry (derived from the Greek ''poiesis'', "making"), also called verse, is a form of literature that uses aesthetic and often rhythmic qualities of language − such as phonaesthetics, sound symbolism, and metre − to evoke meanings i ...

festival which takes place in March in the university town of St Andrews,

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. Founded in 1998, it celebrated its 10th Anniversary in 2007. It is the only festival in Scotland dedicated exclusively to poetry.

History

From 1998 to 2002, StAnza was held in October of each year. However, in 2003 the festival changed to a regular March fixture.Scottish Arts Council article on StAnza
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References

External links

StAnza website
Festivals established in 1998 1998 establishments in Scotland March events Poetry festivals in Scotland Culture in Fife St Andrews {{UK-festival-stub