Talks & Lectures in Liverpool

Things I Took from the Dark as told by Reece Shearsmith

For decades, Reece Shearsmith has been collecting terrible things. The screaming skull of Glamis Castle, the Highgate vampire, sea devils, witch hunters and a t…

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool

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An Evening with Sir David Jason

Joined by Presenter Mike Bushell (BBC Breakfast) the show is an unforgettable evening of fun and laughter where Sir David takes the audience behind the scenes w…

Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool

Miriam Margolyes: Full English

In her new book, Miriam's Full English, she turns her documentary-maker's eye on her own backyard.

Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool

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…

Liverpool Playhouse, Liverpool

Ian Gillan: Talking Gib’rish Tour

This very special series of live speaking events will allow audiences to hear personal stories from Ian’s remarkable life and career in music.From his childhood…

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool

The Book of Damascus

Join Liverpool Arab Arts Festival for a celebration of storytelling, writing, and critical thinking from the Syrian Capital, in association with Comma Press.Dam…

The Bluecoat, Liverpool

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In Conversation With Simona Abdallah: Finding Freedom Through Art, In Partnership With Savera Uk

Content warning - discussion of domestic and ‘honour’-based abuse, forced marriage and misogynySavera UK, in partnership with Liverpool Arab Arts Festival welco…

Rough Trade Liverpool, Liverpool

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Dorothy Kuya Memorial Lecture 2026 - Dr Anita Gonzalez

The annual Dorothy Kuya Memorial Lecture at the International Slavery Museum is a powerful evening of reflection, dialogue, and cultural celebration, honouring…

Liverpool Town Hall, Liverpool

Liverpool Poetry Space: Matt Simpson Annual Reading (2026) with Ian Seed

Join us as we welcome the widely published poet Ian Seed to Liverpool to share his work and celebrate the legacy of Matt Simpson.Ian Seed’s recent publications…

The Bluecoat, Liverpool

By the Fireside

Join presenter Claire Henry and musicians from the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra for a concert packed with well-known classical works – and perhaps a f…

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool

Liverpool Poetry Space: Pig Date with Anne Vegter

We are delighted to welcome Anne Vegter and translator Astrid Alben to Liverpool, in partnership with UK publisher Prototype.

The Bluecoat, Liverpool

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Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Orchestras: Into the Sun

Programme to include:Beethoven Egmont OvertureGiovanni Bottesini Double Bass Concerto No.2Jodie Blackshaw Into the SunStravinsky Firebird Suite (1919) ​Liverpoo…

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool