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The Ri is closed for two weeks in the daytime from Monday 20 October to Sunday 2 November (inclusive) for refurbishment works. Our evening ticketed events will run as usual. 

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Talks and shows

Tough science made simple

Wed 10 May 2023

Discover how to make the world of complex science concepts easier to understand.

Tough science made simple Book now
In-person
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Talks and shows

A materials science and craft odyssey

Tue 09 May 2023

Join Anna Ploszajski for a crafting adventure through the world of materials science.

A materials science and craft odyssey Book now
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Talks and shows

Fusion energy: The power of the stars

Wed 03 May 2023

Discover the science behind fusion energy and its potential to transform the current energy landscape.

Fusion energy: The power of the stars Book now
In-person
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Talks and shows

High-voltage physics

Sat 24 Jun 2023

An electric evening, featuring amazing sparks, plasmas, and amazing physics behind them, including a Tesla coil orchestra!

High-voltage physics Book now
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Talks and shows

Amazing animals

Thu 17 Aug 2023

Are you smarter than a chimp? A crow? How about a slime mould? Find out in this interactive theatre show!

Amazing animals Book now
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Talks and shows

Everything you know about sharks is wrong!

Sun 16 Jul 2023

Find out how cool these fantastic fish really are.

Everything you know about sharks is wrong! Book now
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Talks and shows

Danger: high voltage!

Sat 24 Jun 2023

An electrifying afternoon with huge sparks, plasmas, and shocks, as well as a Tesla coil orchestra!

Danger: high voltage! Book now
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Talks and shows

The wonders of the human body

Sat 10 Jun 2023

Explore the curious corners of your amazing body.

The wonders of the human body Book now
In-person
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Talks and shows

How to build a racing car

Sat 13 May 2023

Join science presenter extraordinaire Fran Scott for a super speed theatre show exploring how to make a racing car.

How to build a racing car Book now
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Matt Parker, Steve Mould and Helen Arney performing on stage
Talks and shows

An Evening of Unnecessary Detail

Sun 26 Feb 2023

SOLD OUT. Join the Festival of the Spoken Nerd and friends for an evening of science, humour, maths and more!

An Evening of Unnecessary Detail Book now

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