Harrogate’s ever-popular Raworths Salon North is to offer audiences a 'night out for your brain'
The latest instalment of Harrogate’s ever-popular Raworths Salon North series – dubbed a “night out for your brain” – will include not one but three brilliant guest speakers.
Science will meets royal scandals in this unique cabaret-style evening first introduced to Harrogate in 2013 by Harrogate International Festivals and voted number six in the Top 100 Things to do in the World by GQ magazine.
Taking place at The Crown Hotel on Thursday, June 4, the entertaining and informative event’s three guest speakers include:
Dr Lucy Rogers, a renowned engineer, inventor and science communicator with an unparalleled ability to make the marvels of the universe accessible and inspiring.
Dr Kate Lister, an irreverent and witty historian, author, columnist and broadcaster specialising in the history of sexuality and gender, and host of the hugely successful Betwixt the Sheets podcast.
Monica Feria-Tinta, a leading barrister and expert in international law and the environment who has been described as one of “the most daring, innovative and creative lawyers” in the UK.
As well as enjoying a series of captivating 25-minute talks, Raworths Salon North afford the opportunity to relax and catch up with friends over a drink from the bar, browse through the bookstall run by local bookseller Imagined Things, and soak up the atmosphere.
Simon Morris, managing partner at Raworths, said: “Once again, Raworths Salon North has brought together some remarkable speakers, who will no doubt leave us dazzled, inspired and entertained.”
Sharon Canavar, Chief Executive of Harrogate International Festivals, said: “We’re delighted to bring such brilliant communicators to Salon North – there really is nothing quite like these wonderful evenings anywhere else.
“Salon always leaves you buzzing with knowledge and full of new ideas that stay with you long after the lights go down!”
The Raworths Salon North will be hosted by popular TV producer and presenter Natasha Knight.
Past Raworths Salon North guests have included former Guardian editor Alan Rusbridger; classicist and comedian Natalie Haynes and comedian and podcaster Robin Ince.
Tickets are available from Harrogate International Festivals website at: https://harrogateinternationalfestivals.com/festival/raworths-salon-north/
Or by calling the Box Office on 01423 562303.