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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · 7d

A sneak preview of the Adderbury Ensemble, who will be performing Beethoven's String Quartet Op127 alongside works from Dvořák and the Danish String Quartet this Sunday at Conway Hall.

📅 Oct 5 from 6.30PM
🎟️ Learn more and book now: https://loom.ly/zw2K5cQ

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · 14d

The Regency Quartet make their Conway Hall debut with Mozart, Tippett & Ravel 🎶 Formed in 2021, the quartet unites musicians from London’s leading conservatoires. Here’s a snippet from their recent performance of Bartók’s String Quartet No.2.

📅 Oct 26—6.30PM
🎟️ Book now: https://loom.ly/ki1UCso

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · 15d

Who are the migrants? Do they steal our jobs? Are open borders desirable? Through empirical research including original surveys and interviews, Leila Simona Talani and Matilde Rosina suggest new thinking to the migration question.

📅 Sept 28 at 3PM
🔗 Book now: https://loom.ly/quXR00A

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · 20d

What happens when traditional home roles are upended? 👛

From female breadwinners to stay-at-home dads, science journalist Melissa Hogenboom examines how money and power shape domestic life, and why equality at home still feels out of reach.

📅 Nov 2 at 2PM
🔗 Book now: https://loom.ly/Q8DU6w4

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · 22d

Why can’t we resist a romcom? 💖 Journalist @lizziefrainier.bsky.social explores what these beloved & often unrealistic love stories can teach us about connection, empowerment and navigating relationships in real life.

📅 Oct 29—6.30PM
🎟️ https://loom.ly/pR9LRWQ

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · 23d

This Wednesday 🌈 Trans people deserve stories of joy and hope, where being trans is defined by courage, freedom and love. @alicemydaughter.bsky.social and T. C. Oakes-Monger will discuss why trans lives, and trans joy, matter.

Book now 👉 https://loom.ly/EAifw3U

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · 26d

This Sunday, join us for an afternoon’s exploration of science, music, ethics and activism in honour of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month.

Expect expert talks, including neuroscientist Prof Louise Serpell, plus performances, an exhibition and a Q&A.

Learn more and book now 👉 https://bit.ly/46at52L

Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · 27d

Join Conway Hall, a landmark Central London venue and charity, as our HR Business Partner (1 day per week)! We’re seeking a skilled HR professional to guide our team, shape HR policies, and support a positive and thriving workplace culture.

📩 Apply by Sept 25
🔗 Learn more: https://loom.ly/XGpRAnA

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · 27d

Enjoy a sneak peek of the Isla Quartet performing Haydn ahead of their Conway Hall debut this Sunday 🎻 Join them for an exquisite programme of Purcell, Haydn and Beethoven’s third ‘Razumovsky’ quartet.

📅 Sept 14—5.30PM
🎟️ Learn more and book here: https://loom.ly/bCmbZiI

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · 28d

This autumn, delve into the uncanny with @forteanlondon.bsky.social.

Sept 25—Ben Machell & Sarah Sparkes on paranormal investigations
Oct 9—Caitlin Blackwell Baines on haunted houses
Nov 22—Expert talks on ghosts, magic & folklore

🎟️👉 https://loom.ly/ynn1cQE

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · 29d

Sunday Concerts return this September with three standout events:

🎻 Sept 14 – Isla Quartet debut + Dovestone Quartet
🎻 Sept 21 – Bartholomew LaFollette & Friends
🎻 Sept 28 – Sacconi Quartet with David Campbell + pre-concert talk

Book now: https://www.conwayhall.org.uk/upcomingconcerts/

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Clare Stainthorp @claregs.bsky.social · Sep 1

This time last year I co-organised a public history festival on the secular freethought movement at @conwayhall.bsky.social. Great to see that the fascinating panel about the @thefreethinkermag.bsky.social (est. 1881 and still going today) is now online - check it out!
m.youtube.com/watch?v=I5KJ...

The Freethinker Panel | Freethought History Festival 2024

YouTube video by Conway Hall

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London Fortean Society @forteanlondon.bsky.social · Sep 6

Chasing the Dark: Encounters with the Supernatural
25 September @conwayhall.bsky.social

Ben Machell uncovers the archives of psychic researcher Tony Cornell and his investigations into ghosts, poltergeists and psychic powers.

Info and tickets: forteanlondon.blogspot.com/2025/07/chas...

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · 29d

In tribute to World Alzheimer's Month, we’re delighted to welcome back Songhaven for a #dementiafriendly concert. Enjoy well-loved songs performed by professional musicians, plus a singalong and a relaxed afternoon tea.

📅 Sept 13—3PM
🎟️ Free | Book now: www.conwayhall.org.uk/whats-on/eve...

Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · Sep 2

We're seeking a creative, dynamic person to join our ethics charity and Holborn venue as Programmes Marketing Coordinator! Help us increase our reach and impact by supporting our creative programme, heritage activities and fundraising.

⏱ Closing date: Sept 11.
👉 Apply now: https://loom.ly/zD_G66c

Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · Aug 28

The Dovestone Quartet open our new season of Sunday Concerts with Debussy’s only string quartet in a pre-concert recital.

The evening continues with the award-winning Isla Quartet performing music by Purcell, Haydn and Beethoven.

📅 Sept 14, 2025 | From 5.30PM
🎟️ Book now: https://loom.ly/bCmbZiI

Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · Aug 27

Songhaven and Electric Voice Theatre present an afternoon exploring science, music and activism.

With expert talks, performances and an exhibition, this relaxed event invites us to rethink how we understand and live with dementia.

📅 Sept 14 at 1.30PM
🎟️ Book now: https://loom.ly/hJOtTeY

Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · Aug 26

This September, join us for three insightful and necessary conversations.

Sept 7—Prof Paul Dolan: Disagreeing Without Hate
Sept 17—Caroline Litman & T.C. Oakes-Monger: Trans Joy Matters
Sept 28—Leila Simona Talani & Dr Matilde Rosina: The Migration Question

🎟️ Book now: https://loom.ly/ynn1cQE

Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · Aug 21

Trans Joy Matters 🏳️‍⚧️

In this upcoming talk, writer and activist Caroline Litman and author T.C. Oakes-Monger share stories of courage, freedom and love in the face of grief, barriers to care and a growing climate of hostility.

📅 Sept 17 at 6.30PM
🎟️ Get your tickets: https://loom.ly/EAifw3U

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · Aug 19

Bookings open tomorrow! Discover our Grade II listed building with free guided tours as part of the Open House Festival 🎟️ Explore the UK’s largest humanist archives and hear stories of the people who shaped our Ethical Society.

🕒 Tours at 3PM, 4.30PM, 6PM & 7.30PM
🔗 https://loom.ly/31nfXpU

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · Aug 14

Our Sunday Concerts are back for Autumn 2025! 🍂 You can look forward to unforgettable performances from audience favourites like the Sacconi, Piatti and Kyan Quartets (with Ahmed Dickinson), as well as plenty of exciting Conway Hall debuts!

🎻 Discover the full programme: https://loom.ly/DW7Vnpo

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · Aug 12

We're continuing our look back at the remarkable people who’ve appeared on our stage.

In 1966, @yokoono.bsky.social l‬ took part in the Destruction in Art Symposium, an event that brought together a diverse group of international artists, poets and scientists.

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · Aug 7

Introducing our brand-new Autumn 2025 season! 📣

Expect an inspiring mix of talks, performances and collaborations. From trans joy and disability rights to sustainable fashion and the supernatural, there’s something here for everyone!

👉 Explore our full programme here: https://loom.ly/ynn1cQE

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Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · Aug 5

Read what our wonderful audience members are saying about Conway Hall. Their thoughtful, generous words are a reminder of what makes this place special 👏

Discover our events and experience Conway Hall for yourself: https://www.conwayhall.org.uk/whats-on/

Conway Hall @conwayhall.bsky.social · Aug 1

Submissions are still open for the Clements Prize 2025!

An exciting opportunity for composers aged 35 & under to win £1500 and have their work performed by pianists Clíodna Shanahan and Simon Callaghan at our stage.

📅 Deadline: Sept 5, 2025
🔗 Find out more: conwayhall.org.uk/clements-prize-2025