I am building up a programme of illustrated talks, providing a fun and illuminating introduction to many cultural and historical topics.

These are subjects that I’m passionate about and am happy to share with libraries, schools, businesses etc. Talks are either accompanied by a Powerpoint presentation or a MP4 movie show so I will need a projector with an HDMI cable and a screen, large TV or blank wall. I can provide a laptop if one is not available at your venue. Or all via Zoom!

For details on each talk, a bit of background and ideas for further reading see below.

HISTORY 

• ANCIENT LIBRARIES UNCOVERED
• JOHN DEE: SCIENTIST OR SORCERER?

COMEDY LEGENDS

• SID FIELD: LOST GODFATHER OF COMEDY
• STONEFACE: THE RISE AND FALL OF BUSTER KEATON 
• LAUREL AND HARDY: FROM SOUP TO NUTS
• SPEAK EASILY? HOW HOLLYWOOD’S CLOWNS LEARNED TO TALK

CINEMA

• SILENT HITCHCOCK
• A CASE OF IDENTITY: HOW CINEMA HELPED CREATE SHERLOCK HOLMES

My fees are negotiable depending on the talk, venue and distance I have to travel. Please message me directly for details. Talks last 40-50 minutes and I am happy to have a Q&A after.