You are warmly invited to a series of discussions every Sunday during Lent. Each week will feature leading figures in the world of the creative arts in conversation with Reverend Canon Michael Hampel Vice-Dean and Precentor of Durham Cathedral.
The talks will follow on from Evensong which starts at 3.30pm; however, all are welcome whether or not you attend Evensong.
The talks starts at 4.30pm and will last approximately half an hour.
Sunday 22 Feburary, 4.30pm - 5pm
Lent Talks: Encountering God through the creative arts with Jolyon Mitchell on Film
This Sunday explores the topic of film, with the Reverend Professor Jolyon Mitchell who is Principal of St John’s College, Durham University, former producer and journalist with BBC World Service, who teaches media, religion and culture.
Sunday 1 March, 4.30pm - 5pm
Lent Talks: Encountering God through the creative arts with Catherine Fox on Literature
This Sunday explores the topic of literature, with Catherine Fox author, academic and director of the Manchester Writing School at Manchester Metropolitan University.
Sunday 8 March, 4.30pm – 5pm
Lent Talks: Encountering God through the creative arts with Sir Gregory Doran on theatre
This Sunday explores the topic of theatre, with Sir Gregory Doran the former Artistic Director of the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Sunday 15 March, 4.30pm – 5pm
Lent Talks: Encountering God through the creative arts with Peter Taylor on television
This Sunday explores the topic of television, with Peter Taylor, LVO, is Head of Operations at BBC Studios and oversees the broadcasts of major national events such as Elizabeth II’s funeral service and Charles III’s Coronation.
Sunday 22 March, 4.30pm – 5pm
Lent Talks: Encountering God through the creative arts with Mel Howse on art
This Sunday explores the topic of art, with Mel Howse, who is an award-winning artist and architectural enameller. Mel created the Illumination Window which is located in the North Quire Aisle at Durham Cathedral.
Sunday 29 March, 4.30pm – 5pm
Lent Talks: Encountering God through the creative arts with Sir James MacMillan on music
This Sunday explores the topic of music, with Sir James MacMillan, CBE, is a conductor and composer of sacred choral and orchestral music.
