Mon 6 October
Anastasia de Waal
Mon 13 October
The Guardian Debate – Part 1: Comment is Free and Soundings Journal present the first in a series of 3 public discussions asking ‘Who owns the progressive future?’ Part 1 asks “Is the future Conservative?” Panel includes Jesse Norman, Ferdinand Mount, Anastasia de Waal and Janet Daley. Chair tbc. guardian.co.uk/commentisfree
The Nature Debate 1: Enhancing The Brain Curated by Nature Experts in science, science policy and science ethics, hand-picked by the leading weekly international journal of science Nature, debate the risks, benefits and extent of how far research can extend our mental and physical abilities: The first of two panel events focuses on research underway that is extending the human brain: from intelligence and emotional tolerance, to sleep needs, memory power and more. What are the risks and benefits to the individual and to society of these developments? Would you boost your brain power? Why, when and why not? Should doctors, scientists, students, teachers or soldiers use such aids? Come along and take part in this mind-stretching evening. www.nature.com
Mon 20 October
Kings Place © Keith Paisley
Touching the Sky Curated by Poet in the City A celebration of the opening of Kings Place with performances of great poems about architecture by leading contemporary poets Paul Farley, Simon Barraclough and Jacob Sam-La Rose. Speakers will include Sir Jeremy Dixon of Dixon Jones, Kings Place’s architects, and RIBA’s President, Sunand Prasad. The event will be chaired by the Guardian’s architecture correspondent Jonathan Glancey. www.poetinthecity.co.uk
Mon 27 October
Whatever happened to popular culture? Curated by Lisa Jardine Turner Prize winning artist Grayson Perry and historian Lisa Jardine will discuss the rise and fall of middlebrow art – is it still a rallying point for anti-establishment ideas?
Mon 17 November
Lisa Jardine
Mon 3 November
Madeline Bunting
The Guardian Debate – Part 2: Comment is Free and Soundings Journal present the second in the series of 3 public discussions asking ‘Who owns the Progressive Future?’ British politics is at a turning point. The electoral alliance that brought New Labour to power is disintegrating. The popularity of Cameron’s Conservatives is growing. What is the condition of Britain and what will come next in the political life of the country? Part 2 examines “After New Labour” with panellists including John Cruddas MP, Jeremy Gilbert and Chuka Umunna. Chaired by the Guardian’s Madeline Bunting. guardian.co.uk/commentisfree
Ketil Bjørnstad
The Nature Debate 2: Enhancing the Body Curated by Nature Experts in science, science policy and science ethics, hand-picked by the leading weekly international journal of science Nature, debate the risks, benefits and extent of how far research can extend our mental and physical abilities: The second of two panel events focuses on research underway that is extending the human body: from speed, strength and healing to heat tolerance, pain thresholds and more. What are the risks and benefits to the individual and to society of these developments? Should athletes, soldiers, the elderly or aid workers have access to such technology? Why, when and why not? Come along and take part in this body-boosting evening. www.nature.com
(Please note this event starts at 8pm) With support from NORLA
Mon 24 November John Milton Curated by Poet in the City Marking the 400th anniversary of the birth of John Milton, join Poet in the City and the Milton’s Cottage Trust to celebrate the life and poetry of one of the greatest poets in the English language. This glittering event brings together celebrities, academics and poets including the poet laureate Andrew Motion, Professor Gordon Campbell and Claire Tomalin. John Milton www.poetinthecity.co.uk
Mon 1 December Mon 10 November
An evening with Ketil Bjørnstad Curated by Fiona Talkington BBC Radio 3 presenter Fiona Talkington in conversation with composer, pianist, art critic and novelist, Ketil Bjørnstad, as part of the Scene Norway season, which is part of the London Jazz Festival in association with BBC Radio 3.
The Guardian Debate – Part 3: The final debate in the series curated by Comment is Free and Soundings Journal, asks “Who owns the progressive future?” Panel comprises Aditya Chakrabortty, Beatrix Campbell, Caroline Lucas, Ken Livingstone. Chair John Harris. guardian.co.uk/commentisfree
Caroline Lucas
Mon 8 December
Clive James in Conversation Curated by Picador The legendary Clive James will amaze, enthrall and entertain with his wit, wisdom, anecdotes and poetry. Clive James
MONDAY evening is spoken word night in Hall One at Kings Place and starts at 7pm.
a new creative centre presenting music, painting and sculpture from around the world, with a waterside restaurant, bar/café, conference and events facilities
Covering Life from A to Z, with interviews, discussions, poetry and debate from poets, writers, artists, scientists, historians and politicalsocial commentators. Guaranteed to fire your mind.
A range of books related to the events will be available in the foyer on the evening from Foyles at St Pancras International.
Kings Place is just 150 metres from King’s Cross and St Pancras Stations, one of the most connected locations in London and now the biggest transport hub in Europe. The main entrance is situated on York Way beneath the distinctive undulating glass façade, visible from the York Way exit at King’s Cross Station.
Tickets available from £9.50 online Please visit our website for further details.
www.kingsplace.co.uk Kings Place 90 York Way London N1 9AG
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