Readers - Books and Conversation with Stuart Coupe
Schedule
Thu, 25 Sep, 2025 at 10:00 am
UTC+10:00Location
Petersham Bowling Club | Marrickville, NS
Readers – Books and Conversation with Stuart CoupeThursday, September 25 | 8:00 PM
Readers – Books and Conversation, a monthly series celebrating books and readers through in-depth yet relaxed discussions with authors about their work, writing process, and the ideas that inspire them. Hosted by renowned interviewer and curator Michaela Kalowski.
Join us for an unforgettable evening with music industry veteran and acclaimed author Stuart Coupe, as he delves into the explosive intersection of organised crime and Australian showbiz in his gripping new book Saffron Incorporated.
From smoky dance halls to neon-lit nightclubs, Stuart uncovers the true story of Abe Saffron – a ruthless operator who built a criminal empire by capitalising on vice, entertainment, and opportunity. Saffron’s rise through Sydney’s underworld reads like a crime thriller: corrupt cops, nightclub fires, drugs, sex, illegal gambling and the dark side of rock'n'roll. His influence reshaped a city and cast a shadow over the entertainment industry for decades.
With decades of experience in the Australian music scene and a string of best-selling music biographies to his name, Stuart Coupe brings deep insight, razor-sharp storytelling, and a front-row seat to the murky collision of fame, fortune and crime.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear from one of Australia’s most respected music commentators as he brings Saffron Incorporated to life.
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