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More info for The Rest Is Politics US: Trump on a Knife Edge
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Literature & poetry

The Rest Is Politics US: Trump on a Knife Edge

Be a part of the discussion about the political future of the United States with the popular podcast
Royal Festival Hall
More info for The Rest Is Quiz
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde sitting in front of a red curtain.
Literature & poetry

The Rest Is Quiz

The sharpest minds in British podcasting take to the stage for one epic quiz night
Queen Elizabeth Hall
More info for The Rest Is Politics: Off the Record
Hosts of The Rest is Politics UK sitting on a sofa reading the news.
Literature & poetry

The Rest Is Politics: Off the Record

Tune in to this live show of the nation’s most popular political podcast
Royal Festival Hall
More info for The Moth Mainstage Live in London!
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Literature & poetry

The Moth Mainstage Live in London!

Be in the room as real people take the mic to share unforgettable stories from their own lives
Queen Elizabeth Hall
More info for Paul Smith: Threads
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Literature & poetry

Paul Smith: Threads

Fashion icon Paul Smith brings his story, and his wit, warmth and eccentric flair, to our stage
Queen Elizabeth Hall
More info for Future Sounds: RAP Party x Out-Spoken
An audience watching a poet with a DJ off to one side, in a studio theatre with multi-coloured lighting
Literature & poetry

Future Sounds: RAP Party x Out-Spoken

Inua Ellams’ Rhythm and Poetry Party brings a night of live literature and music
Queen Elizabeth Hall
Multi-buy
More info for Amelia Dimoldenberg: The Future of Digital Media
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Literature & poetry

Amelia Dimoldenberg: The Future of Digital Media

Amelia Dimoldenberg curates and leads a panel decoding content creation’s explosive growth
Royal Festival Hall
Multi-buy
More info for Rebecca F Kuang: The Future of Education
Rebecca F Kuang sat at a table in a restaurant, resting her head on her hand with a glass of water next to her.
Literature & poetry

Rebecca F Kuang: The Future of Education

The bestselling author unpacks the challenges and transformative ideas redefining learning today
Queen Elizabeth Hall
Multi-buy
More info for Reimagining Shared Spaces: The Future of Housing
A photograph of a 70s block of flats with balconies.
Literature & poetry

Reimagining Shared Spaces: The Future of Housing

Come together with architects, community organisers and artists to reimagine the house as a home and true site of belonging
Purcell Room
Multi-buy
More info for Olly Alexander: The Future of Queer Storytelling
A man with short curly hair wearing a flower-patterned green suit
Literature & poetry

Olly Alexander: The Future of Queer Storytelling

Join the singer and LGBTQIA+ advocate and uncover the bold voices telling the stories that matter
Queen Elizabeth Hall
Multi-buy
More info for BUMPAH x Future Rhythms
An architectural light installation featuring concentric neon triangles glowing in blue, purple, and pink on a dark wall.
Gigs

BUMPAH x Future Rhythms

A free celebration of the DJs pushing the boundaries of sound
Queen Elizabeth Hall
Tickets Free
More info for Out-Spoken Masterclass: September
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Literature & poetry

Out-Spoken Masterclass: September

Put pen to paper and hone your craft under the guidance of a master poet at a hands-on workshop
Royal Festival Hall

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Jeppe Hein: Appearing Rooms
People enjoying the Jeppe Hein Fountain at the Southbank Centre

Jeppe Hein: Appearing Rooms

A summer favourite returns to our site on Wednesday 17 June.

Shopping
Wooden displays in the Southbank centre shop, featuring books, plushies, and colourful merchandise

Shopping

A vibrant range of inspiring books, homeware, prints, accessories and more.

Klaus Weber: Thinking Fountains
Two statues; a green human body with water spouting from its neck and another of human legs with water pouring down from above displayed outdoors

Thinking
Fountains

Water cascades and spouts over Klaus Weber’s bronze figures.

Modified Social Benches
Two children eating ice cream on a red cirrcular bench

Modified Social Benches

Benches that challenge the space and distance we place between one another.

William Pye's Zemran
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William Pye's Zemran

Pye’s beautiful stainless steel sculpture sits overlooking the Thames.

Natura Nostra Forest
Bright sunlight bursts through green leaves with a lens flare, set against a blue sky and a textured concrete building.

Natura Nostra Forest

Our growing pocket forest creating a natural oasis.