Always wanted to try watercolour painting but unsure where to begin? Join Songül for this taster session to gain an understanding of the medium and learn the basics of painting on paper. Suitable for complete beginners. All materials and equipment provided.
In the early nineteenth century the Esperance Girls’ Club, formed in the slums of London, saved the dying dances of the countryside from extinction. The dancers became nationally renowned, travelling the country to teach. But they were also embedded in Mrs Pankhurst’s militant campaign for Votes for Women. It was their leaders’ aspiration for change […]
Join us for tea, coffee and biscuits with a chance to socialise with others before enjoying this afternoon film offering. Singing in the Rain is a musical treasure starring Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds and Donald O’Connor. A silent film star falls for a chorus girl just as he and his jealous screen partner are trying […]
Jonathan Jones was the Farnham Town Crier for 17 years (from 2003) and will present this entertaining and informative talk in full regalia. He will give a fascinating look at the history of Town Criers, which can be traced back to at least medieval times. You will also learn more about their uniform, daily duties, […]
Edgar Degas was undoubtedly one of the great artists of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. A central member at this time of artistic and social revolution, Degas continually pushed boundaries to the end of his life despite being brought up and trained in a very conservative way. A solitary and often contentious man, […]
Doctor Stephen Goss returns for a further exploration of the works of Gilbert & Sullivan. Learn about late nineteenth century British history and the context to the Savoy Operas, including their smash hit The Mikado. Discover the witty commentary on contemporary Victorian society woven into the libretti. Uncover the thinly veiled satire of plots, what […]
Guitarist Nicolas Meier and pianist Alex Hutton invite you to discover the life and music of pianist-composer Bill Evans. Together they will look at his piano style and compositions. Discussing his influence in jazz, Nicolas and Alex will play and analyse some of Evans’ music and compositions developed throughout his career. Advance booking essential.
In this workshop you will learn how to paint an abstract landscape, exploring different techniques to apply acrylic paint to canvas. Using palette knives and sponges to add texture, you will create a unique painting to take home with you. In a relaxed atmosphere, artist Laura will guide you step by step to ensure that […]
What does courage mean to you? Is it something we are born with, or is it something we can nurture? Courage was one of the four cardinal virtues for the ancient Stoics, and its cultivation was an essential part of the Stoic path. In this day course we will contemplate, through group discussion and guided […]
What does courage mean to you? Is it something we are born with, or is it something we can nurture? Courage was one of the four cardinal virtues for the ancient Stoics, and its cultivation was an essential part of the Stoic path. In this day course we will contemplate, through group discussion and guided […]
In November 1922, the BBC began with a news report, read twice – once fast, once slow – making the BBC’s second ever broadcast a repeat. Before that, a few plucky pioneers brought us wireless concerts, via feuds, fires and breakdowns on- and off-air. After the BBC’s launch, the innovations continued. One woman penned the […]
How can we ensure that artificial intelligence and technology advance ethically and responsibly in a rapidly evolving world? In this lecture we will delve into Martin Heidegger’s philosophy of technology, examining how it shapes our understanding of being. Then we’ll spend some time in John Searle’s ‘Chinese Room’ (thought experiment), challenging notions of artificial intelligence […]
Learn to make colourful crochet flowers and leaves, with the option to learn how to design your own, with guidance from tutor Hilary. Your creations can adorn clothes, hats and bags, or make bouquets, garlands, wreaths or jewellery. Suitable for those with basic crochet skills and above. Please bring 4mm and 3.5mm crochet hooks, and […]
The Guildford Institute is pleased to welcome Tristan Seume, acclaimed as one of the UK’s leading acoustic guitarists. He has toured all over Europe both as a soloist and a sought-after accompanist. His solo recordings, You Just Know, Middle Child and Handpicked From the Eighties, mix handcrafted originals with beautiful interpretations of traditional and contemporary […]
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