Talks and shows

SOLD OUT CHRISTMAS LECTURES rehearsal night 2024

Help us try out demo and experiment ideas and get a sneak peak at this years' lectures supported by CGI.

by Paul Wilkinson

With thanks to CGI for supporting the CHRISTMAS LECTURES.

Christmas is fast approaching, and we need your help! Come and be part of the audience for our rehearsal "scratch night", and see demonstrations from this year's CHRISTMAS LECTURES in development. This year the 2024 CHRISTMAS LECTURES will be our food environment and presented by Chris van Tulleken.

Join Chris van Tulleken and the Ri demo team as we rehearse segments from each of the three Lectures we are currently developing. You'll help us make sure things work as well in front of an audience as they do on paper, and give the team a chance to get the hang of moving all the various props around the set.

Please note that this will be the first time these demonstrations have been practised in front of a live audience, so things will not be as smooth as at the recordings and final broadcast. Things could go wrong, but that's part of the experience!

This is a chance to see behind the scenes of the CHRISTMAS LECTURES and see how the team develop their ideas, and learn from their mistakes.

Event type

This is a theatre event for children and adults to enjoy together. All young people under the age of 13 need to be accompanied by a paying adult and those aged 4 and above need a ticket to attend.

By booking to attend events at the Royal Institution, you confirm that you have read and accept the Ri's event terms and conditions. You also agree to abide by our code of conduct, and help to create a great experience for yourself and your fellow participants. Please note that Eventbrite adds a small booking fee to the amount paid for each ticket option.

For any queries regarding this workshop please get in touch by phone 020 7409 2992 or email events@ri.ac.uk.

Timing

The doors will open at approximately 5.30pm, with a prompt start at 6.00pm.

Latecomers will be admitted into the gallery.

Accessibility

The event will take place on the first floor and there is step-free access from the street via lift.

The closest underground station is Green Park, which is step-free.

There is space at floor level in the theatre for wheelchair users.

Seating is usually unreserved for our events. If you and your group require seating reservations, please do let us know by emailing us at events@ri.ac.uk, and we’ll be more than happy to help.

Carers can receive a free ticket to an event by emailing events@ri.ac.uk.

Our theatre is equipped with an Audio Induction Loop. 

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