Wulff’s first UK solo exhibition, focusing on relationships between people

At first glance, it might seem like an ordinary car. But take a closer look…

Today’s generation of Indigenous American artists takes centre stage

Brighton’s music subcultures are showcased in an interactive exhibition

HALO is a multisensory experience of matter formation in the early universe

Combining oral testimonies and visual imagery

Public artwork about birth, death and the living that happens in between

A schools project to promote reading for pleasure and confidence.

Your chance to adopt Lemn in a one-on-one experience

This playful new work explores the mythologies of modern life.

Celebrate the Children's Parade at home

A creative workshop for young people responding to installation HALO

Young musicians alongside members of BPO perform an interpretation of In C

Iconic author Ali Smith discusses her quartet of novels exploring contemporary…

Hofesh Shechter Company perform a new work, in an evening of two halves

A panel discussion exploring the intersection of art and science

Leap Then Look lead a fun and interactive workshop for all the family

Explores the music of England’s Orpheus on flora and fauna.

Science journalist Angela Saini on enduring myths and the political motive

A human existence is all motion – some in distance, some in time.

Jewels of the Baroque repertoire performed by a leading harpsichordist

An interactive solo performance

Kick starting a whole new genre Ethio-jazz

Epic four-part harmonies and choreography capture the magic of Kate Bush

One of Cuba's most gifted pianists

A chance to hear the Brighton based internationally acclaimed artists Semiconductor…

Behn Quartet perform Fanny Mendelssohn and Beethoven

Hear about the science behind HALO from Professor Antonella De Santo

A collection of choral works and songs reflecting on nature

Guest Director Lemn Sissay reflects on a childhood in foster care

The theatrical début of poet SugarJ Brown exploring migration, displacement…

A live, improvised audio-visual performance

The British–Romanian pianist Florian Mitrea performs Mozart and Schubert

Chineke! Chamber Ensemble perform Schuber and Samuel Coleridge-Taylor

The baritone Benson Wilson performs works by Butterworth and Schubert

A wild and experimental extravaganza

Vintage presents some of its new stars of the future

Socially engaged artist John Newling’s letters to nature.

Spend an afternoon discovering exhilarating FREE and new pop-up performance

Join your child on the dance floor with the Groove Baby Organ Trio

Gravity & Other Myths return with their most ambitious performance yet

Acclaimed writers Niven Govinden & Evie Wyld probe injustice in two novels

Listeners believed that Martians had landed in New Jersey

Member of Parliament, Spurs fan and a tireless campaigner for social

Celebrated journalist Craig Brown reads from his unique Beatles biography.

Join Ursula and her mother Mila in this wryly honest and frank conversation

Ray Lee's wondrous kinetic sculptures emerge to a strange, haunting effect

Spend an afternoon discovering exhilarating FREE and new pop-up performance

News News News is a television news show made by children for adults

One of the world’s greatest pianists performs

Meet the authors of the hottest whodunnits around!

Marking the orchestra’s 70th anniversary with the best young local talent

No set, no instruments, no puppets. No rules

Exploring the enduring DNA of storytelling.

A powerful and deeply moving retelling of an ancient Greek tragedy

Violinist Roberto Ruisi & pianist Sten Heinoja perform Debussy & Beethoven

Critically-acclaimed Undersong live singers build vibrant a capella music

Unapologetic examination of religion, pop culture and Black representation

Compiled and curated by Eliza Carthy and her father Martin Carthy.

A brave and personal solo celebrating particularity and creating connection

Subversive, immersive, pop concert spectacular - Lucy McCormick

In this new piece created in collaboration with Laura Dannequin, Bert &…

Russian pianist Roman Kosyakov charts music across three centuries

A day in the life of a woman following a tragic event

New show on motherhood involving kindness, optimism and silly voices

An exciting and diverse creative movement

New parents, but are they better off?

Unearthing the hot-as-hell letters from history that make sexts blush

Award-winning harp/keita duo explore Canada's Acadian musical tradition

Five of the most compelling poets working right now are brought together

A concert brimming with brio and majesty.

Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee dissects the dark decade that was

Poetry celebrated with Caribbean poets, including Roger Robinson

Genre-defying mix of cabaret, music and dance that promises to empower you

What does the world’s oldest civilisation have to say to the future?

Brighton’s most amusing night out returns

Spine-tingling theatre with exquisite poetic technique

Come and enjoy a FREE afternoon of theatre, dance, music, crafts and games

Celebrate all the incredible children who’ve changed the world!

Christopher Edge presents a new book, blending awesome stories with science

Author Kieran Larwood introduces his new fantasy book Uki and the Outcasts

Renowned writer Alain Mabanckou explores his witty, emotive novel.

The 25th anniversary of the beloved tale Guess How Much I Love You!

A go-to guide to being your best self !

Join Waterstones Children’s Laureate Cressida Cowell

Explore fantasy worlds from author Vashti Hardy

Discover how she started her writing career and latest book, Love Frankie

Kit de Waal delivers her New Writing South Statement on democracy

Tackling anxiety, multiple phobias and a history of poor self estem

Gifted storyteller, spoken word performer, and LGBT advocate

A time capsule that speaks of a universe greater than its contents.

Countertenor Iestyn Davies to explore set-piece arias from Handel’s operas.

The fabulous drag and contemporary opera performer opens up Pandora’s box…

Enter the undergrowth to SQUISH, SQUELCH and PLAY

A town where strange stories seem to wash up on the shore

Works by Haydn and Mendelssohn performed by the Consone Quartet

Travis Alabanza's performance is timely, unsettling and powerful

Reflecting back on adulthood we challenge neurotypical narratives of autism

Mali's musical ambassadors have joined forces with the legends of US gospel

Performing operatic excerpts from every corner of the repertory

Brazilian electronica produces a project inspired by domestic life

Kronos Quartet incorporates sounds from space into music

Come and enjoy a FREE afternoon of theatre, dance, music, crafts and games

Discover exhilarating FREE and new pop-up performances

An out-of-this-world event following Rocket in the picture book Look Up!

Ever wondered where plastic goes when you throw it out?

The Ethiopian pianist explores the influences of jazz, Latin, and classical

International award-winning 5-star circus about camaraderie and affection

Brighton Festival welcomes the return of one of the world’s great orchestra

Playing original material, music from his new album, and sevdah classics

A thrilling yet devastating show about humanity’s point of no return

Award-winning poets Nathalie Handal & Kayo Chingonyi share music and poetry

Check in to The Nothing to See Here Hotel, full of magical creatures.

Join Clem & Crab in tackling an important issue through friendship and fun

Ozwald Boateng has been a trailblazer and innovator in global fashion.

Josh Lacey brings to life the exciting world of Hope Jones Saves the World.

A personal storytelling of creativity and confidence from young people

Aida returns with Drag Queen Story Hour UK for Brighton Festival 2020

Translated writers Rodaan al Galidi (Iraq/Netherlands) & Alia Trabucco Zerá

Enter one of the last great rainforests of North Sumatra, Indonesia

One of British comedy's fastest rising talents

Embarking on a world solo tour, Laura has been working on her next chapter

Hip-hop dance theatre made up of local and international performances