The Linda Smith Lecture

Join us for this annual celebration of Linda Smith, each year lead by a well know name from the comedy world.

The Linda Smith Lecture was established in 2015 as an annual event to celebrate the much-missed comedian’s life and work, and to reflect on the comedy business.

Previous speakers include Mark Thomas, Barry Cryer, Jo Brand, Angela Barnes, Henry Normal (pic) and Jan Ravens – making serious points while also being extremely funny.

Watch this space to find out who will be giving the lecture in 2025! Tickets onsale later in 2025.

You may also like the following events from Gulbenkian Arts Centre:

• This month, 23rd August, 10:00 am, bOing! 2025 Festival in Canterbury
• This October, 4th October, 07:30 pm, Martin Stephenson & The Daintees – Boat to Bolivia Tour in Canterbury
• This October, 24th October, 06:30 pm, The Paper Cinema

Also check out other Comedy events in Canterbury, Entertainment events in Canterbury.