Talks & Lectures in Brighton

Lenny Henry: Still At Large

Part stand-up, part storytelling and part conversation with himself (and with you), this new live show sees Lenny return to the experiences that shaped him whil…

Theatre Royal, Brighton

Adam Kay: This is Going to Hurt

Expect a mix of all-time favourites alongside some never told-before stories, followed by a Q&A as Adam reflects on how the NHS has changed in the ten years sin…

Theatre Royal, Brighton

Coffee Morning Discussion

Philosopher and author Philipp Blom reflects on one of humanity’s most enduring dreams: the search for a place to belong.

Fabrica, Brighton

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Elif Shafak: in One Brief Moment All Eternity

Elif Shafak is the bestselling author of books including The Island of Missing Trees and There Are Rivers in the Sky.

Theatre Royal, Brighton

The History & Mythology Of Werewolves

Why does the howling wolf haunt our dreams and imagination? These creatures have been with humans since the beginning of time, spiritual allies one moment and m…

Brighthelm Church and Community Centre, Brighton

Halloween Brighton After Dark Murder and Ghost Tour

Tis the season to be spooky! Discover the dark side of London By The Sea - Join actor and tour guide Nick Richmond for an evening walk around the city and learn…

St Nicholas' Church, Brighton

Take Shelter - Ghostly Tales from the Darkness

An Adults-Only Ghost Tour of Brighton’s Wartime Air-Raid ShelterThis Halloween, step into the darkness and hear the stories that have never been told before — t…

Downs Junior School, Brighton

Jim Al-Khalili: How Physics Make The Universe Tick

What is time, really? Does it have a beginning? Could it ever run backwards? And is it even real?Join one of the world's most celebrated physicists and science…

Brighton Dome, Brighton

An Evening with David Byrne

David Byrne is one of the most original and influential artists of the last half century.

Theatre Royal, Brighton

The Hidden World Of Fairies & Women

Step into Britain’s hidden fairy realm and meet the powerful Queen behind its myths, magic and forgotten stories.

Brighthelm Church and Community Centre, Brighton

How to look at a Dragon Robe

The 2026 John Dinkel Memorial Lecture is presented by Rachel Silberstein. Rachel explores the history of the dragon robe, the most important regulated garment o…

Royal Pavilion, Brighton

A University of Sussex Debate - AI: Hope, Hesitation Or Hype

A University of Sussex Debate - AI: Hope, Hesitation or Hype (Studio Theatre)

Studio Theatre, Brighton

The History of the Ghost Story

Hear how the origins of the ghost story are rooted in horror, madness, and even humour.

Brighthelm Church and Community Centre, Brighton

How to Talk to AI (and How Not to)

What happens when AI starts talking back?ChatGPT and its fellow AI systems have gone from novelty to everyday presence with astonishing speed.

Brighton Dome, Brighton

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Pruning Course: Old fruit trees

Learn how to improve the health and productivity of old fruit trees by appropriate pruning. This course has 2 online sessions and 2 practical session.

Stanmer Park, Brighton

Pruning Course: Young fruit trees

In this hands-on course you will learn how to prune a fruit tree from the time of planting until it is established.

Stanmer Park, Brighton

Hamza Yassin: My Life Behind the Lens

Join wildlife cameraman and presenter Hamza Yassin on a new adventure as he takes to the stage for his first nationwide theatre tour 'My Life Behind the Lens'.

Brighton Dome, Brighton

Hand Made Man With Patrick Grant

Join host of the Great British Sewing Bee Patrick Grant as he takes you behind the scenes of the Sewing Bee workroom, through Saville Row and on a journey to un…

Theatre Royal, Brighton