Libraries and museums across the world are filled with the remnants of the Greek and Roman past: objects, manuscripts, literary works, papyri, inscriptions… not to mention copious amounts of ink spilt on understanding them. But access to this classical past has not always been equal – and, in fact, a classical education was historically the preserve of the rich. So who owns the past?
*We regret that due to a leak in the Museum roof we are taking the decision to cancel this event for the comfort and safety of Museum visitors and staff. Apologies for any inconvenience this cancellation may cause. Ticket holders have been informed*
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Join award winning traditional oral storyteller, Atinuke, to hear African folktales only meant for the ears of young people in the Museum galleries after-hours.
Since the group was formed in 2007, the outstanding musicians of The House of Bedlam, directed by composer Larry Goves, have constantly shocked, amused and amazed audiences throughout the UK, with performances that embrace theatricality, spoken word and improvisation. During the lockdowns of 2020, they recorded Enclosure, a highly acclaimed album released on the NMC label.
Join us for a Chamber Music concert in the Kettle’s Yard House as we welcome back Fenella Humphreys playing a varied programme including baroque works, showpieces from Paganini and newer Celtic folk-inspired works.
…Humphreys’ utter absorption and delight shines forth at every turn…… strong-toned, easy fluidity and immaculate technique… Gramophone
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£24 (£5 students), booking recommended
Join us for a Chamber Music concert in the Kettle’s Yard House as we welcome back the Solem Quartet.
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Join us for a Chamber Music concert in the Kettle’s Yard House with the London Bridge Trio playing works by Clara Schumann and Fanny Mendelssohn.
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Join us for a Chamber Music concert in the Kettle’s Yard House with pianist Iyad Sughayer.
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For this concert, Indian Carnatic singing combines with experimental harp for an evening that marks the legacy of the great jazz musician Alice Coltrane. Supriya Nagarajan is a composer and singer who creates rich, dreamy soundscapes by combining her Indian musical background with contemporary classical music.
Tim Horton’s dazzling virtuosity and eclectic programmes have established him as one of the most sought-after pianists. His concert at Kettle’s Yard features music that looks to the past for answers to the future. Thomas Adès pays homage to Chopin, Julian Philips transports us to the intimate salon music of the 19th century, and Helen Grime reinvents miniature character pieces that were favoured by great composers of the past.
Join us for a special concert in the Kettle’s Yard House where we will be showcasing musical talent from students of the University of Cambridge.
This year’s concert has been programmed by Kettle’s Yard Student Programmer James MacConnachie.
£12 (£5 students), booking recommended
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Programme
Sophie Ellis (Voice) and Eleanor Medcalf (Harp)
