Talks & Ideas

Good conversations start here. Hear from bestselling authors, podcasters, politicians, activists, scientists and cultural leaders through inspiring talks, lively panel discussions, exclusive conversations and audience Q&As that spark curiosity long after the evening ends.

Theatre

Australian Poetry Slam ’26

25 Oct 2026

Playhouse

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Talks and Ideas

Jacinda Ardern & Anna Funder

1 Nov 2026

Drama Theatre

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Talks and Ideas

One Big Idea: Tenth Anniversary Special

3 Nov 2026

Playhouse

Talks and Ideas

Michael Pollan’s Journey into Consciousness

4 Nov 2026

Concert Hall

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Talks and Ideas

An Evening with David Sedaris

18 Jan 2027

Concert Hall

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Talks and Ideas

Vogue Forces of Fashion

3 Feb 2027

Concert Hall

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Talks and Ideas

An Evening with Min Jin Lee

25 Feb 2027

Concert Hall

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Talks and Ideas

The Blindboy Podcast Live

22 Apr 2027

Concert Hall

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