Lectures, concerts and exhibitions

28 Oct 2026 to 28 Oct 2026

Explore the Raven Mason Collection at Keele Hall — a stunning display of 19th-century Staffordshire ceramics, from everyday ironstone to ornate porcelain. A gift to the University, open to all.

28 Oct 2026 to 28 Oct 2026

A haunting Halloween screening of Murnau’s 1922 Nosferatu, accompanied by Andy Quin’s live improvised organ score. Following its sold‑out 2022 performance, this return event brings the iconic vampire film back to Keele Chapel for an unforgettable night of silent cinema and live music.

You are invited to attend the inaugural lecture of Professor Zoe Paskins.

Flamy Grant brings her fearless, flamboyant, and deeply heartfelt blend of music, drag artistry, and storytelling to Keele University Chapel on Wednesday 11 November 2026 at 7:30pm, delivering a powerhouse performance that has captivated audiences and critics alike. Don’t miss this award‑winning, chart‑topping artist whose bold vocals, Appalachian roots, and razor‑sharp wit create an unforgettable

17 Nov 2026 to 17 Nov 2026

Award-winning playwright, screenwriter and actor Julia Cranney joins the Keele Hall Readings series for an evening of readings and conversation in the Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall. Discover the work of one of the UK's most exciting contemporary writing talents at this free event

18 Nov 2026 to 18 Nov 2026

Love a good mystery? Join Ceri Morgan and Emma Head for a friendly discussion of Louise Penny’s brand-new Three Pines novel, Miss Wolcott's Ghost, and enjoy an evening of conversation with fellow readers in Chapters Café. Free to attend and open to staff, students and visitors.

18 Nov 2026 to 18 Nov 2026

Experience a vibrant evening of global music with the acclaimed Inner Vision Quintet. Blending Indian classical traditions with Middle Eastern, Western classical, jazz and folk influences, this unique ensemble of visually impaired musicians delivers an uplifting, cross‑cultural performance.

24 Nov 2026 to 24 Nov 2026

Join Booker Prize-shortlisted novelist and award-winning poet Luke Kennard for an evening of readings, discussion and insight into his acclaimed work, including his latest novel, Black Bag. One of the UK's most celebrated contemporary writers, Kennard brings together fiction, poetry and wit in a compelling event not to be missed.

2 Dec 2026 to 2 Dec 2026

A candlelit winter concert featuring Baroque masterpieces, reimagined carols and contemporary reflections on the season. From Corelli’s Christmas Concerto to Piazzolla, McDowall and Vivaldi, the programme offers a rich journey through winter music performed by the acclaimed Celoniatus Ensemble.

15 Dec 2026 to 15 Dec 2026

Celebrate the season with an evening of festive readings, creative performances and community spirit at our end-of-year Open Mic in Chapters Café.

13 Jan 2027 to 13 Jan 2027

Xuefei Yang traces her remarkable path from discovering the guitar in China to performing around the world, moving from Searching, a journey through new places and cultures, to Discovery, where East and West meet through music. One of the world’s leading guitarists, she brings her distinctive artistry to a programme shaped by a life lived across more than 50 countries.

10 Feb 2027 to 10 Feb 2027

Cellist Willard Carter, a Young Classical Artists Trust Anniversary Artist with performances at Wigmore Hall and major festivals across Europe and the US, joins pianist Madeleine Brown, winner of the RNCM Gold Medal and a rapidly emerging artist with recent BBC Radio 3 appearances. Together they present a compelling recital from two outstanding young musicians at the forefront of their generation.

17 Mar 2027 to 17 Mar 2027

Lodestar Trio re‑imagines Bach alongside Baroque works and Nordic folk traditions, blending nyckelharpa, hardanger fiddle and violin into a vibrant, genre‑crossing sound.

21 Apr 2027 to 21 Apr 2027

Orchestra for the Earth brings outstanding musicians and audiences together through concerts inspired by nature, place and our changing planet.

19 May 2027 to 19 May 2027

ZRI (Zum Roten Igel - The Red Hedgehog) is an eclectic group of superb musicians named after a famous 19th century Viennese tavern and concert venue, where gypsy and other folk musicians played and composers from Schubert to Brahms drank in their music as well as the beer late into the night.