Inspiring Talks
Inspiring people from all across the globe converge at Darlington Hippodrome to share their galvanizing stories, life tips, and even sometimes chilling facts. You may well recognise some of the faces from TV, or maybe you've read their books or listened to them on the radio. One thing's for certain, there's nothing quite like seeing the person live on stage.
Take a look at what's coming up...
An Evening with Henry Cole
Tuesday 15 September
Henry will be taking a break in between his busy schedule to bring to provincial theatres his “An Evening with Henry Cole - Happy Days” theatre show hosted by his good friend and renowned prankster Steve “Stavros” Parrish.
The Makings of a Murderer
Saturday 29 August
The Undercover Detective.
Join Peter Bleksley, a founding member of Scotland Yard’s undercover unit and former star of Channel 4’s Hunted, as he lifts the lid on the most dangerous and hidden aspects of murder investigations. From the gritty realities of infiltrating criminal gangs to his own terrifying experience of becoming the target of a murder plot, Peter shares the untold stories of the most high-stakes cases.
Dr Richard Shepherd: Time of Death - More Unnatural Cause
Saturday 29 August
Discover the Secrets Hidden in Death with Dr Richard Shepherd – LIVE on Stage This Autumn 2026.
Step into the world of the forensic investigation of sudden and suspicious death with Dr Richard Shepherd, the UK’s most distinguished forensic pathologist, as he returns to theatres with his captivating new tour: Time of Death – More Unnatural Causes. Following his acclaimed 2021 and 2022 tours, Dr Shepherd brings audiences an unmissable evening exploring the mysteries of life, death, and many minutes in between.