In this penultimate celestial Sunday morning with Bach, the Universe and Everything, we consider our changing views of the Moon and exciting discoveries on the horizon with NASA's new Lunar Trailblazer mission with guest speaker Dr Katherine Shirley, alongside an adventurous cantata performed by Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment.
Join us for a morning of music and insight as Chamber Studio returns to Kings Place for their Hall One Masterclass series, as Michael Collins, Peter Hill and the Paddington Trio explore Messiaen’s transcendent Quartet for the End of Time.
Psychoanalyst Josh Cohen discusses his book, ‘All the Rage’, in which he argues that anger is not an emotion to suppress but a fundamental force shaping both our personal relationships and the wider world.
This year’s Jewish Book Week opens with pianist Danny Driver, and Cellist Gemma Rosefield in performance, followed by a panel discussion to reflect on the mounting challenges recently faced by artists and institutions.
Something special for opening night: the launch of 'Colour In...Jewish UK', an exciting addition to Emma Barnett and Jeremy Weil ‘s local colouring book range, 'Colour Your Streets'.
A series of compelling short films featuring celebrated Jewish personalities who share their personal bookshelves. To celebrate their beautiful new home in Jerusalem, the National Library of Israel invited renowned international personalities to share their
The fourth edition of the Emerging Writers Programme, in partnership with the Genesis Foundation, culminates in this popular panel event chaired by one of their alumni, Karen Skinazi.
Renowned historian Richard J. Evans questions why so many Germans took part in Nazi crimes, and how they came to support Hitler and follow him almost to the very end.
Former Israeli ambassador to the UK Daniel Taub chairs a panel discussion on Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks’s inspirational vision on The National Library of Israel.
A vital discussion on how Israeli identity, life and literature have been shaped by the seismic events of 7 October and their aftermath.
Author Jack Fairweather tells the remarkable true story of Fritz Bauer, a gay German-Jewish lawyer and Holocaust survivor, who made it his mission to confront his country – and the world – with their complicity in genocide.
From campfire tales to true crime headlines, horror holds a powerful grip on American literature, cinema, and, by extension, Western culture. Hear why, from acclaimed author Jeremy Dauber making a rare UK appearance.
Food has the power to bring us together, to nourish not just our bodies but our communities. In conversation with Jonathan Freedland, three culinary pioneers share their insights on how food builds connections and drives positive change.
Join a distinguished panel of publishing experts for a dynamic one-hour session exploring the journey from manuscript to bookshelf.
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Join Joshua Leifer and Adam Taub for a thought-provoking discussion on ‘Tablets Shattered: The End of an American Jewish Century and the Future of Jewish Life’.
Sir Gregory Doran reflects on his extraordinary journey through the works of the Bard, having directed or produced all 36 plays in Shakespeare’s First Folio.
Art that explores the raw, unfiltered realities of motherhood—beyond the idealised Madonna and Child archetype—has been rare, long considered taboo. But now, it’s the focus of urgent discussion.
Insights into the remarkable archive of Rabbi Sacks, preserved at The National Library of Israel.
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With its razor-sharp wit and boundary-pushing humour, Curb Your Enthusiasm has become a cultural phenomenon. But how does Larry David's masterpiece reflect Jewish identity, challenge stereotypes, and resonate—or not—with audiences worldwide?
What is it like to be an American Jew living in modern Germany? Philosopher and writer Susan Neiman brings four decades of experience to this compelling discussion with UCL Professor of German History Mary Fulbrook.
Rabbanit Nechama Goldman Barash joins ‘Under My Hat’ author Sally Berkovic to discuss her clear and nuanced perspective on the issues that have shaped women’s roles, religious identity and ritual obligations across millennia.
Join Oxford historian Professor Abigail Green and Waddesdon Manor’s Senior Curator Juliet Carey for an insightful exploration into the fascinating and diverse world of the Jewish country house across Europe.