Archived Events

• Upcoming
• Archived

Ethics & Politics – The Education We Want

The next collaborative meeting between The Conway Hall Ethical Society and GlobalNet21 will be on “Ethics & Education” and will be a discussion on whether we need a new approach to education that is “person” based rather than Government and Corporate driven as it is at the moment. Featuring Viv Grant, Dr. Adam Unwin and chaired by Francis Sealey.

Laughter Yoga Leader Training

Integrated education is under attack – Jay Harman

Join Jay Harman, the only campaigner working full time in opposition to the state funding of ‘faith’ schools and against religious discrimination in admissions, employment, and the curriculum.

How to survive and thrive in the modern world – with Prof Tanya Byron

Join Action for Happiness for an inspiring evening as Professor Tanya Byron explores how we can survive and thrive in the modern world.

Trio Martinů

Schubert: Notturno in E flat D897 Brahms: Trio in C minor Op.101 Dvořák: Trio in F minor Op.65

Religious Education – where it’s been, what it’s doing and where it’s going

The story of Religious Education is one inhabited by Gods and Demons. The different political and ideological camps know all too well who is and is not on their side.John Holroyd will discuss some of the key moments in the recent history of Religious Education in Britain, and some of the current and projected causes of concern and sources of hope for this vital aspect of a child’s education.

Storytelling

Sunday Assembly London will be joined by the very awesome Sebastian Castro Sasso, a former CNN reporter and founder of ECHO. Seb is on a quest to improve the storytelling skills in our everyday lives so we can connect deeper with our communities.

Myth of the Hyper Sexual Black Man

In this debate we ask our panel to explore if black males are accustomed to hyper-sexuality and infidelity to ensure they fulfil their basic evolutionary desire to reproduce. Or is this rhetoric propaganda?

Dominic Davies on “LGBT+ and Psychotherapy; 35 Years of Change”

Join City CBT College for a talk by the excellent Dominic Davies, who will be reflecting on his 35 years as therapist working within the LGBT+ Community and its current and future challenges.

Trauma, Connection and Recovery

This illustrated lecture will describe how traumatic events can shatter our sense of connection and belonging, and how enabling reconnection of mind, body and relationships is essential for recovery.

Ladybird Books and Constructing the Future Past of Modern Britain

In this lovingly illustrated evening, a gaggle of architects and historians talk us through the dreams and the reality portrayed in Ladybird books over the decades.

Expanding Mastermind Group for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners (SME)

Musicians from ‘Musique à Marsac’

Bach/Mozart: Largo and Fugue in Eb K404a/5 Schumann: Märchenerzählungen Op.132 Bartók: Contrasts Sz.111 Helena Winkelman: Bacchanalia Fauré: Piano Quintet No.2 Op.115

Wildcat Anarchist Comics

Donald Rooum will present his book 'Wildcat Anarchist Comics', which includes an account of his being falsely accused of a serious crime, and proved not guilty by pure chance.

Children’s Workshop with Sergio Serra (cellist)

Sergio will introduce the cello and the array of possibilities that come with playing such a great instrument. There will also be fun games!

Are Law Courts Biased Against Defendants?

In 1963, Donald Rooum was charged with carrying an offensive weapon, but the prosecuting officer made a mistake in planting the evidence, and in working to save his own skin Donald accidentally initiated the celebrated "Challenor case", a conspiracy among police officers to discredit nonviolent demonstrators. Donald still asks, "Are Law Courts Biased Against Defendants?"

London Thinks – A Critical Conversation with Onora O’Neill

Join us for an intimate evening with Baroness O’Neill as she embarks on a wide-ranging discussion with Ideas Roadshow host Howard Burton on her academic career, philosophical evolution, and the vital public role for philosophy and philosophical thinking.

Rhythm of the Wood by Gabrielle Bradshaw

An exhibition of work by Gabrielle Bradshaw6 October 2016 to 31 January 2017Private view, Wed 2 Nov, 6-9pm, The Brockway Room. All welcome. Drinks served.

Trio Koch and pianist Jean Muller

This concert features the London debut of renowned Luxembourg based "Trio Koch" and the second half will be a recital by international pianist Jean Muller.

Street Wisdom with David Pearl

Join business innovator, author and creator of Street Wisdom, David Pearl, this two-hour evening event held in collaboration with Psychologies Magazine.

Ludwig Wittgenstein

The course follows the development Ludwig Wittgenstein's work in the foundations of mathematics which led to the Tractatus and continues through the middle period in which he largely rejected the view of language it contains.

The Concept of Will

The “will” has been a salient concept in philosophy since its very beginnings. We will critically examine it in its many contexts and discuss its meanings and significance: from Aristotle’s idea of the “weakness of the will” to medieval discussions of the will of God vs the will of humans, from Rousseau’s “general will” to Kant’s “good will”, from Schopenhauer’s “will to life” to Nietzsche’s “will to power”. Our focus will be on historical and contemporary discussions of freedom of the will.

Immanuel Kant

City Music Foundation Showcase

Join us at this very special recital to see a selection of artists clearly marked as ones to watch, and experience first-hand the important work that this key foundation undertakes in the UK music sector.This concert is followed by an informal Q&A which will be conducted by Kimon Daltas, editor of Classical Music magazine.

Thinking on Sunday: test event

A marvelleous talk by Donald Rooum

Linos Trio

CPE Bach: Sonata in C Wq.89/2 Mendelssohn: Piano Trio in C minor Op.66 Ravel: Pavane pour une infante défunte, arr. Linos Piano Trio Debussy: La Mer arr. Sally Beamish

The Penultimate Curiosity: Science, Religion and the Big Questions

The Penultimate Curiosity sets out to answer one of the most profound questions about the development of human thought: why is it that throughout the long journey from cave painting to quantum physics what we now refer to as 'science' and 'religion' have been so closely entangled?

Sunday Assembly – Death

Come and join us for a Sunday Assembly all about Death!

Film Screening: Oriented

LGBT Humanists screen Oriented, a feature documentary that follows the lives of three gay Palestinian friends confronting their national and sexual identity in Tel Aviv.

#gamesUR Europe 2016

The #GamesUR Conference is a one-day knowledge-sharing and networking event for professionals in playtesting and player insight, holding its second edition in 30 September 2016, presented by the IGDA GUR SIG.

Pexava Salsa

Salsa Dancing at Pexava Holborn

Gambling, the most addictive drug?

Pro-gambler, Rumit Somaiya, talks about his vice and whether gambling is an addiction or unethical.

Mindfulness for life – with Richard Burnett

Join Action for Happiness for an inspiring evening as Richard Burnett explains how mindfulness can transform wellbeing in schools and help create the foundation for fulfilling lives and a happier society.

a glimpse of ART and imagination – Closing Event

One more week to catch or revisit 'a glimpse of ART and imagination'. Meet the artist Barbara Marks on Tuesday 27th September.

The Abolition of Aging?

If we choose to prioritise this project, there's a high probability that comprehensive, affordable, reliable therapies for human rejuvenation will be available by 2040. People everywhere, on the application of these treatments, will, if they wish, stop becoming biologically older.In this provocative talk, David Wood reviews the ethical dilemmas and opportunities arising. He will urge society to embrace a project for "The abolition of aging" (the title of his recent book), which could change humanity forever.

How to write a novel (and get published)

How to write a novel (and get published) with author, Claire McGowan.

The Science of Attraction & Relationships

At this workshop led by Dr Mairi Macleod, learn how an evolutionary approach can help you understand the desires, preferences and behaviour of yourself and others, use this understanding to predict outcomes with different people and in different contexts, and have confidence in your relationship decisions.

Trio Isimsiz

Mozart: Trio in E K542 Fauré: Trio in D minor Op.120 Schumann: Trio No.3 in G minor Op.110

Children’s Workshop with Calum Huggan (percussionist)

The perfect way to kick off our new season of workshops, Calum will get everyone on their feet in rhythm games, body percussion and much more

Will the Robots Win?

Dirk Gorissen aims to demystify the topic of machine learning, tell us where the state-of-the-art is and what societal questions it raises.

Free Verse: The Poetry Book Fair 2016

Free Verse is an all-day bazaar, market, library, meeting place, performance venue, information resource and more. Celebrating the vitality of contemporary poetry in the UK, publishers both large and small, both experimental and traditional, display and sell their work direct to the public.

Open House London 2016

Conway Hall is opening its doors and joining in Open House London. Throughout the weekend of Sat 17th - Sun 18th September Conway Hall will provide guided tours of our historic and fascinating building.

Interesting 2016

The return of the Interesting Conference 2016.

From the Shadows: The Architecture and Afterlife of Nicholas Hawksmoor

Owen Hopkins explores how and why this mythology has grown up around Hawksmoor and his work and how it relates to the real historical figure.

Islam and the West: a personal perspective — a lecture by Sir Michael Atiyah, OM FRS

Sir Michael Atiyah, OM, FRS, will discuss the relationship between Islam and the West, building on his personal involvement. He will emphasise the cultural, scientific and commercial interactions over the centuries, including ethical, political and security aspects.

History of Doubt in the Muslim World

A presentation by Nourhan Nassar, founder & member of Arab humanists

London Thinks – In Conversation: Richard Holloway & Andrew Copson

In an era of hardening religious attitudes and explosive religious violence, Richard Holloway and Andrew Copson talk about the trials and tribulations of religion and belief, and what it means to be a humanist in the 21st century

Gémeaux Quartet

Haydn: Quartet in F minor Op.20/5 Mendelssohn: Four Pieces for String Quartet Op.81 Brahms: Quartet in A minor Op.51/2