# Event Details

- **Event Name**: TALK Lights, Camera, Action: A History of Cinema-Going in Grantham
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 03:30 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us on 21 August, 2pm for an illustrated history of cinema-going in GranthamAbout this EventJoin film scholar Jon Towlson for an illustrated history of cinema-going in Grantham, tracing the rise and fall of its cinemas and their role in community life. Drawing on research, photographs, and personal memories, this talk recreates the experience of going to the pictures and explores its lasting cultural impact.Speaker Bio: A film critic for the British Film Institute (BFI), Jon has written numerous books on cinema including the memoir Window on the World (2024). He is a lecturer in film and media at the University of York.Tickets, include tea and coffee on arrival.Friends of Grantham Museum: £5 | General Admission: £8 | On the Door: £10Click  to book your ‘Lights, Camera, Action: A History of Cinema-Going in Grantham’ talk ticket online (or call into see us at the Museum)** Why not purchase a joint ticket for ‘’ and ‘‘ talk at a special price – Friends of Grantham Museum: £8 | General Admission: £12 ** Book your Joint ticket here https://granthammuseum.org.uk/product/joint-talk-ticket-bringing-the-compton-home-lights-camera-action-a-history-of-cinema-going-in-grantham/Become a friend: Support Grantham Museum and help us preserve our town’s heritage for everyone. As a Friend, you’ll enjoy:• Discounted talk tickets• Invitations to private previews and events• 10% off in the Museum shop and Digby’s Coffee Shop• Quarterly newsletter and moreYour support helps us conserve collections, inspire young learners, and bring history to life.How to Join• Join online• Email info@granthammuseum.org.uk• Visit the museumYou’ll get a Friends’ membership card and certificate, plus all the perks above. Bring your card when booking events to enjoy your discounts!IMPORTANT – PLEASE NOTE: You will not be issued with a physical ticket i.e. a paper or card ticket will not be posted to you. You will receive an email confirmation of your ticket order, simply show that on your phone or print it off and bring that with you. All event attendees will be checked against our list on arrival.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/e5f229c0-34d4-11f1-bec8-11eae79b2d36-rimg-w592-h740-dcfffffe-gmir.jpg
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grantham/talk-lights-camera-action-a-history-of-cinema-going-in-grantham/100001987072509366
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, art, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 6.13, max: 9.38, currency: GBP

## Event venue details

- **city**: Grantham
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Grantham Museum
- **lat**: 52.9104177
- **long**: -0.6400972999999999
- **full address**: Grantham Museum, Saint Peter's Hill, Grantham, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is TALK Lights, Camera, Action: A History of Cinema-Going in Grantham being held?
  - **A:** TALK Lights, Camera, Action: A History of Cinema-Going in Grantham takes place on Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 03:30 pm at Grantham Museum, Saint Peter's Hill, Grantham, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for TALK Lights, Camera, Action: A History of Cinema-Going in Grantham?
  - **A:** Ticket prices for TALK Lights, Camera, Action: A History of Cinema-Going in Grantham range from GBP 6 to GBP 9 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityFriends of Grantham Museum ticketsGBP 6 + GBP 1 feeAvailableNon Member IndividualGBP 9 + GBP 1 feeAvailable
- **Q**: Who is organizing TALK Lights, Camera, Action: A History of Cinema-Going in Grantham?
  - **A:** TALK Lights, Camera, Action: A History of Cinema-Going in Grantham is organized by Grantham Museum.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** TALK Lights, Camera, Action: A History of Cinema-Going in Grantham is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Grantham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If TALK Lights, Camera, Action: A History of Cinema-Going in Grantham sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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