The metaphorical circus tent has long been down, and we’ve had some time to digest all the incredible events of ISF2019. We are deeply grateful to the powerful and playful way in which our artists responded to this year’s theme. Amongst them were tricksters (we give them the right to offend, in exchange for new perspectives), magicians (they conjure up beauty from airy nothing), and oracles (who light the path to futures unknown). From intimate conversations with writers, to large-scale musical collaborations, visual art installations and virtual reality experiences, the festival hosted them all.

Looking back on this most recent edition and nine years of Indian Summer Festival, it makes us proud that we have been able to present some of the world’s most respected artists as well as launch the careers of emerging talent. The festival has become a catalyst for artistic collaborations: a place where bands are formed, albums and books are launched, and a lab for artists to experiment.

We’d like to extend a special thanks to our cultural partners, guest curators and moderators who enrich ISF’s vision, and make this “festival for the curious mind” possible.