Community events

We had a wonderful afternoon at the Sunderland Lit & Phil Society May Day Fest, filled with poetry, live music and a brilliant sense of community. From powerful performances by talented poets and musicians to great food and lively conversation, the event was a vibrant celebration of creativity and local talen

We attended a fascinating panel discussion at Sunderland Lit & Phil on The General Strike, expertly hosted by Auburn Langley. Thought provoking, welcoming and engaging, these regular events offer a brilliant space for conversation, learning and community. Highly recommended for anyone interested in literature, history or lively discussion.

Last night we had the pleasure of attending the Future of Gaming in Sunderland event, hosted by the Sunderland Lit & Phil Society and what a night it was. With a brilliant panel of speakers and a room full of curious minds, the conversation flowed from story structure and scriptwriting to the booming games industry right here in the North East. One of the most fascinating takeaways was the influence of literature on modern game development. The narrative backbone of games is

A magical evening at the Sunderland Lit & Phil Society! The Magic of Theatre lived up to its name, with Auburn doing a fantastic job as compere. The atmosphere was buzzing as always, and the post-event trip to the bar brought the perfect mix of wine, scampi fries, banter and brilliant conversation. A huge thank you to the Lit & Phil for another memorable night, we’re already looking forward to the next one!