Intellectual Events & Talks in London

Painting with pastels: Portraiture course

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 · All day

The National Gallery

Art

Painting with pastels: Portraiture course at MATERIAL Gallery, London, invites you to explore soft textures and expressive linework, guiding beginners and enthusiasts to capture character with confidence.

In conversation with Juergen Maier, Chair of Great British Energy

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 10:00

BusinessLDN

Conference

Join Juergen Maier, Chair of Great British Energy, for an in-conversation breakfast briefing at BusinessLDN as he discusses the UK’s energy transition, renewables scaling, and investment catalysts shaping the sector.

Research Computing Showcase day 2026

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 11:00

City and Guilds Building, Imperial College London

Conference

Day-long showcase of cutting-edge research computing at Imperial College London. Attendees will see demonstrations, talks, and posters highlighting advances in high-performance computing, data science, and visualization within a university research environment.

Introduction to Astronomy

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Learn the basics of astronomy with expert tutors from Royal Observatory Greenwich

Workshop

Beginner-friendly astronomy course led by expert tutors from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. This session at the National Maritime Museum explains celestial basics, stargazing concepts, and telescope usage in a hands-on, museum setting.

Climate crisis sandpit workshop

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 11:00

University College London (UCL)

Workshop

At UCL IOE, a climate crisis sandpit workshop gathers researchers and students to ideate collaborative projects addressing climate challenges. The session features hands-on activities and interdisciplinary dialogue aimed at generating practical research proposals.

An Introduction to Women in Print

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 · All day

William Morris Gallery

Art

Join a guided tour at William Morris Gallery for an introduction to women in print, exploring influential artists, print techniques, and the historical impact of women in graphic arts. The session brings the gallery's collection to life with engaging highlights and stories.

Dark City: Director's Cut

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 13:15

Prince Charles Cinema

Film

Screening of Dark City (1998) at Prince Charles Cinema, a sci-fi thriller about a man in a haunted city controlled by The Strangers.

IDE Seminar Series: Dr Julie Tai Schmiedel

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 13:30

White City Campus

Lecture

Part of Imperial College London's IDE Seminar Series at White City Campus, featuring Dr Julie Schmiedel. A scholarly science/technology talk for researchers and students exploring current developments in the field.

How can a better economics help address the climate crisis?

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 14:00

University College London (UCL)

Lecture

Join an insightful talk at UCL on how better economics can address the climate crisis. The session links economic theory with climate policy, carbon pricing, and sustainable growth, followed by audience Q&A.

Kathleen Ferrier Awards Semi-Final 2026

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 14:30

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

Join rising classical vocalists at Wigmore Hall for the Kathleen Ferrier Awards Semi-Final 2026. An intimate, discerning concert in London's iconic recital venue with finalists performing repertoire as judges select the next prize-winning voice.

BSL Interpreted Tours of The Coming of Age

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 14:30

Gallery 1

Community

Join a British Sign Language interpreted gallery tour of The Coming of Age at Wellcome Collection in London. This free, accessible community event guides visitors through the exhibition with a knowledgeable guide, highlighting context and the art on display.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Finding Your Place

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 16:00

White City Campus

Lecture

An academic lecture at Imperial College London examining diversity, equity, and inclusion, addressing how individuals find their place within institutions and how campuses promote belonging, with practical insights for students and staff.

Building Physics and Design Practice: Evidence Across Scales

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 17:00

University College London (UCL)

Lecture

This talk at UCL Bartlett links building physics with practical design decisions, showing how evidence can inform actions from components to whole-building scales. Expect insights into integrating climate-responsive design, energy efficiency, and performance targets across disciplines.

Physics Colloquium: Neutrino Sector & DUNE

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 17:00

Blackett Building, Imperial College London

Lecture

Dr. Sowjanya Gollapinni presents a physics colloquium on deciphering the neutrino sector with the DUNE experiment. The talk covers latest neutrino measurements, oscillation phenomena, and implications for beyond-Standard-Model physics. A formal, in-person event at Blackett Building, Imperial College London.

How can we solve the inequality emergency?

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 17:30

London School Of Economics

Lecture

An engaging 60-minute lecture at the London School of Economics addressing the so-called 'inequality emergency.' Economists and policy experts discuss practical tools to reduce income and opportunity gaps, with a Q&A to follow, inviting students and professionals to engage with the issue.

Journalism Technology London Meetup

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 18:00

Newspeak House, 133 Bethnal Grn Rd, London E2 7DG, UK

Tech

Journalism Technology London Meetup at Newspeak House gathers journalists, technologists, and technical journalists to explore how tech can strengthen the journalism sector. Doors open at 19:00 with light dinner, followed by short talks and a lightly facilitated discussion to grow a London media-tech community.

Artificial intelligence for language assessment

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 18:00

University College London (UCL)

Lecture

An academic lecture on how artificial intelligence can be used to assess language ability, addressing AI methods for linguistic testing, potential biases, and practical implications for language education and assessment design. Presented at UCL IOE, exploring current research and future directions.

IAS Book Launch: Critical Conditions

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 18:00

University College London (UCL)

Literature

Join scholars at UCL's Institute of Advanced Studies for the launch of Critical Conditions. The evening features a brief introduction, a reading from the new book, and a moderated discussion on contemporary critical theory, offering a lively, academic atmosphere in a historic campus setting.

Ese Evening Lecture Series: Energy Transition

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 18:30

South Kensington

Lecture

An engaging evening talk at Imperial's South Kensington Campus exploring the energy transition through science, technology, and policy. Researchers and practitioners discuss innovations, challenges, and practical paths toward a sustainable future.

Zakia Sewell in conversation with Lanre Bakare

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 19:30

Daunt Books Notting Hill

Literature

Zakia Sewell engages in a lively literary conversation with Lanre Bakare at Daunt Books Notting Hill. An intimate evening exploring contemporary writing, storytelling, and ideas in a beloved bookshop, with author insights and audience Q&A.

RBO Cinema Season 2025-26: The Magic Flute

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 20:00

Curzon Cinemas Limited

Film

RBO Cinema Season 2025-26 presents The Magic Flute at Curzon Cinemas, London—a vivid operatic escape where Pamina's peril and the Queen of the Night's bright coloratura illuminate the screen.

Michelle Tea: Valencia at 25

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 20:00

London Review Bookshop

Literature

Author Michelle Tea marks the 25th anniversary edition of Valencia with a live reading at the London Review Bookshop. An intimate memoir evening in a beloved literary venue, pairing sharp humor with raw storytelling and insights into queer counterculture. A must for fans of contemporary memoir.

Suzannah Lipscomb and Kate Williams

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 20:30

Cadogan Hall

Lecture

Suzannah Lipscomb and Kate Williams illuminate Cadogan Hall with a witty, sharply argued historical lecture—detailed discoveries, period costumes, and lively dialogue that make history feel vivid.

Magdalena Kožená – mezzo-soprano recital

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 20:30

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

Renowned mezzo-soprano Magdalena Kožená headlines a recital at Wigmore Hall, offering an intimate program of aria and art-song in London's renowned concert venue. Expect refined diction, expressive phrasing, and a timeless, chamber-music atmosphere that highlights lyrical warmth and technical mastery.

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