Mark Simmons: Quip Off The Mark

Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Dave’s Joke of The Fringe Winner 2024 and as Seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV, ‘Master of one-liners’, and social media phenomenon MARK SIMMONS brings his sell-out tour show ‘Quip Off the Mark’.

£17 + 10% booking fee

Luton Literature Book Festival – Assembly: After Party Show

Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Join the Luton Literature Book Festival After Party to celebrate the culmination of this year’s book festival, doors open from 6.30pm with a special Luton debut show at 7pm.

£4

Eva Verde – In Bloom

Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

This author event with Eva Verde discussing her novel In Bloom provides a chance to connect with a powerful story about family, identity, and self-discovery.

£4, free carer ticket for those with accessibility needs

Steve Cole – Doctor Who stories and more

Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

To celebrate Doctor Who’s 61st anniversary, join Steve for a lively look back on decades of monsters and mayhem on TV and beyond … with exclusive insights into the programme’s past, present and future!

£4, one free accompanying adult. Free live stream

Michael Stewart – Black Wood Women

Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

This author event with Michael Stewart discussing his book Black Wood Women offers a chance to explore a captivating reimagining of folklore and mythology.

£4, free carer ticket for those with accessibility needs

Sufiya Ahmed – Rosie Raja

Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

This author event with Sufiya Ahmed, author of the Rosie Raja series, offers a chance to dive into an exciting historical adventure series featuring a bold and inspiring young heroine.

£4, one free accompanying adult. Live stream is free

Panel Discussion with SI Leeds Literary Prize

Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

The Panel Discussion with the shortlisted writers of the SI Leeds Prize 2024, is led by former winner of the prize, Mahsuda Snaith. She will be joined by Maeve Clarke, Arathi Menon, Jac Shreeves-Lee, Angelita Lapuz Bradney, Nazish Khan-Lane and Pauline Walker.

£4, free carer ticket for those with accessibility needs

Adeola Sokunbi – Destiny Ink

Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Author and illustrator Adeola Sokunbi introduces the wonderful world of Destiny Ink, who uses creativity to overcome her worries.

£4, one accompanying adult free

Jasmine Elmer – Goddess with a Thousand Faces

Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Jasmine Elmer joins us in conversation about her one-of-a-kind exploration of goddesses from our ancient past. 

£4, free carer ticket for those with accessibility needs

Sharna Jackson – The Nine Night Mystery

Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

An exciting opportunity to engage with a celebrated children’s writer known for her gripping, diverse mysteries.

£4

Mahsuda Snaith – Things we Thought We Knew

Hat Factory Arts Centre The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Mahsuda’s storytelling blends rich, diverse characters with deeply emotional narratives, making her talks both inspiring and thought-provoking.

£4, free carer ticket for those with accessibility needs