What Do Men Want? Masculinity and its Discontents
Something is definitely up with men. From millions who follow Jordan Peterson to the #MeToo backlash, from Men's Rights activists and incels to spiralling suicide rates, it's easy to see that, while men still rule the world, masculinity is in crisis. How can men and women live together in a world where capitalism and consumerism […]
Resol Quartet
We are pleased to be able to welcome an audience for this performance, and will also stream the concert on YouTube Live. Attendance in person may not be possible if government guidelines change prior to the event. We reserve the right to make this event livestream only and will inform ticket holders in advance. Formed in 2018, […]
Detoxing Masculinity
From violence against women and girls, to shocking mental health outcomes for men – how do we heal masculinity to create a better world for all people? Bringing men into the feminist fold is essential, but can be tough. There’s a lot of toxicity out there blocking the way to self-work, men’s work, the work […]
Thinking Like A Woman
Eleanor Roosevelt once famously said, “A woman is like a tea bag; you never know how strong it is until it’s in hot water.” When George Halfin, Innate Health coach, project manager at a national UK charity and mum of two, felt the weight of the world coming down on her at the start of […]
Chris McGlade – Forgiveness
A fiercely powerful and critically acclaimed show about a brutally shocking story; Chris’ father was murdered in 2011. How do you forgive your father’s murderer? Only Chris knows… Inspiring uproarious laughter, tears of sincerity and standing ovations, Chris’ conscientious comedy and cutting-edge poetry makes for a truly unforgettable show. “A masterclass in confessional comedy” ★★★★ […]
Primadonna Prize – Live
Primadonna presents: the Primadonna Prize award, LIVE, featuring Lenny Henry in conversation with Kit de Waal, plus live comedy, readings, poetry and more, with compere Sandi Toksvig. Join the Primadonnas and some very special guests on Thursday 31 March for an evening of literature, laughter and much more, culminating in the awarding of this year’s […]
Thinking On Sunday: Ambition and Deceit in the New Influencer Economy
More than one-fifth of children want to become influencers and it’s easy to understand why. What if you could escape economic uncertainty by winning the internet’s attention? What if you could turn the adoration of your social media followers into a lucrative livelihood? But, as Symeon Brown explores in his searing exposé, the reality is […]
Ethical Matters: The Meat Paradox
‘Should we eat animals?’ was, until recently, a question reserved for moral philosophers and an ethically minded minority, but it is now posed on restaurant menus and supermarket shelves, on social media and morning television. The recent surge in popularity for veganism in the UK, Europe and North America has created a rupture in the […]
Thinking On Sunday: Mistress Ethics – On the Virtues of Sexual Kindness
“Sexual kindness is (sort of) ethical.” – Victoria Brooks The figure of the mistress is undoubtedly controversial. She provokes intense reactions, ranging from fear, to disgust and revulsion, to excitement and titillation, to sadness and perhaps to some, love. Of course, she is a woman that you would not have as your friend, and certainly not […]