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FOURTEENTH EDITION · 28–29 NOVEMBER 2026

Take part.

Metaphor is free to attend, but there is more than one way to be part of it.

Volunteer behind the scenes. Bring us an idea for our stages. Partner with the festival.

Looking to attend as an audience member? Register for free here.

Help make the festival

Volunteer with Metaphor.

A festival is built in the hours before an audience arrives as much as in the conversations that happen once it does.

Metaphor volunteers work across stage management, guest coordination, audience experience, documentation and Young Metaphor.

If you would like to be part of Edition XIV from behind the scenes, tell us where you would like to contribute.

Where would you like to contribute?
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More ways to be part of Metaphor.

  • Propose a conversation

    Have an idea that belongs on a Metaphor stage?
    Send us the thought at the centre of it: the question, argument or story you believe deserves a room.
    Programming proposals are considered by the Metaphor team as each edition takes shape.

    Write to the programme team

  • Partner with Metaphor

    Partnerships help Metaphor remain accessible while allowing the festival to bring significant voices and cultural experiences to Lucknow.
    We work with organisations that see value in supporting literature, culture and meaningful public engagement, and build partnerships around the way each brand can contribute to the festival.

    Explore partnerships

Past Sponsors & Partners

Supported over thirteen editions.

Institutions, media networks and regional partners that have contributed to Metaphor across our editions.