Lectures, concerts and exhibitions

Keele University is pleased to offer a range of events that are open to our alumni.  From reunions and concerts, to lectures and exhibitions, Keele is your lifelong connection to intellectual opportunities.

21
Dec 2024
Keele University's Chapel as seen from the outside, from Union Square

Keele Music Union's Philharmonic ensembles perform in Keele Chapel.

The Westminster Theatre, The Chancellor's Building, Keele University 7:00PM
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22
Dec 2024
Group of men and women gathered amongst Keele University's 'Forest of Light' Sculpture

Join us for songs and refreshments to celebrate Christmas!

St. James The Great Church, Clayton, Newcastle Under Lyme, ST5 3EU 3:00PM
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15
Jan 2025
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15 Jan 2025 to 15 Jan 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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15
Jan 2025
6 musicians perform on a stage

The night is a source of wonder and fascination, rich with metaphorical associations. With music spanning nearly 500 years, Through the Night features beguiling counterpoint and chromaticism. A key notion is that the night can be a space and time for change and transformation. This concert will be held at the New Vic Theatre with tickets available from their box office.

New Vic Theatre, Etruria Rd, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Newcastle ST5 0JG. 7:30PM
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22
Jan 2025
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22 Jan 2025 to 22 Jan 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 11:00AM
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29
Jan 2025
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29 Jan 2025 to 29 Jan 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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3
Feb 2025
Carry Somers

British fashion designer, social entrepreneur, campaigner and founder of Fashion Revolution

Salvin Room, Keele Hall and Online via MS Teams 6:00PM
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5
Feb 2025
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5 Feb 2025 to 5 Feb 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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12
Feb 2025
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12 Feb 2025 to 12 Feb 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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12
Feb 2025
5 men stand together looking at the camera, in a concert hall

The London Tango Quintet is a unique group of five internationally acclaimed musicians performing tango music at the highest level. Music by the legendary Argentinian composer Astor Piazzolla is interspersed with stunning instrumental solos, traditional tango and original works composed specially for the group. Tickets are £16 or FREE for students and ages 16 & under. 

Keele University Chapel 7:30PM
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19
Feb 2025
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19 Feb 2025 to 19 Feb 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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26
Feb 2025
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26 Feb 2025 to 26 Feb 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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5
Mar 2025
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5 Mar 2025 to 5 Mar 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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12
Mar 2025
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12 Mar 2025 to 12 Mar 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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12
Mar 2025
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Trumpet and piano duo recitals are rare gem in a chamber music series - Born in 1998 and of Nigerian-Scottish descent, Aaron hails from Edinburgh and is poised as a future leading exponent of his instrument. Turkish pianist Zeynep leads abusy life as a soloist, chamber musician and accompanist. Tickets are £16 or FREE for students and ages 16 & under. 

Keele University Chapel 7:30PM
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14
Mar 2025
The photo shows the exterior of Keele University Chapel

Enjoy the talents of the KPE and Jazz Band in this early Spring concert!

Keele Chapel 7:00PM
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15
Mar 2025
A group of men and women gathered in a couple of lines within Keele Chapel

Join the wonderful Keele Chapel Singers in their first production of the year!

Keele Chapel 7:30PM
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17
Mar 2025
Professor Antonius Raghubansie

Pro Vice-Chancellor (International) at Keele University

Salvin Room, Keele Hall and Online via MS Teams 6:00PM
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19
Mar 2025
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19 Mar 2025 to 19 Mar 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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22
Mar 2025
Photograph of men and women gathered amongst Keele University's 'Forest of Light' Sculpture

2025 is Keele Bach Choir’s 50th anniversary year and we've got some great music lined up to celebrate this exciting event. For our March concert, we’re delighted to welcome professional soloists and orchestra who’ll be accompanying the choir in Handel’s Dixit Dominus and Zadok the Priest, plus J.S.Bach’s O Jesu Christ, meins Lebens Licht and Magnificat.

Keele Chapel 7:30PM
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23
Mar 2025
KUMU Logo

Come and enjoy an array of songs and sounds within this second Springtime offering from Keele Music Union!

Keele Chapel 7:00PM
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26
Mar 2025
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26 Mar 2025 to 26 Mar 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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29
Mar 2025
A white, black and purple poster containing Spring and Summer concert dates.

Come and join KUMU for their final March concert bursting with stand out performances!

Keele Chapel, Keele University 7:00AM
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2
Apr 2025
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2 Apr 2025 to 2 Apr 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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2
Apr 2025
Four performers holding string instruments wearing black on black background

The Fibonacci Quartet are one of Europe's leading young string quartets. Based in the UK and formed at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, the quartet hold residencies at the Escuela Superior de Musica Reina Sofia in Madrid with Günter Pichler and at the Dutch String Quartet Academy with Marc Danel. Tickets are £16 or FREE for students and ages 16 & under. 

Keele University Chapel 7:30PM
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5
Apr 2025
Exterior view of Keele Chapel taken from Union Square

Join one of Keele's largest and well established music societies for an evening of marvellous music!

Keele Chapel 7:00PM
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30
Apr 2025
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30 Apr 2025 to 30 Apr 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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7
May 2025
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7 May 2025 to 7 May 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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14
May 2025
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14 May 2025 to 14 May 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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21
May 2025
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21 May 2025 to 21 May 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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21
May 2025
Alexandra holding a guitar seated wearing jeans and halter top smiling and looking down

Recognised by The Guardian as “a young 21st-century virtuoso” Alexandra Whittingham’s creative spirit is reshaping classical music and defying conventions. At the age of 16 she began to film her performances of popular guitar repertoire as a personal project, rapidly creating a large community of fans worldwide with over 50 million views. Tickets are £16 or FREE for students and ages 16 & under. 

Keele University Chapel 7:30PM
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28
May 2025
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28 May 2025 to 28 May 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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4
Jun 2025
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4 Jun 2025 to 4 Jun 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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7
Jun 2025
Exterior view of Keele Chapel taken from Union Square

Join KUMU for their Summer Extravaganza - explosive performances capturing the frivolity of the season!

Keele Chapel 7:00PM
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11
Jun 2025
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11 Jun 2025 to 11 Jun 2025

All are welcome to visit the Raven Mason Collection of ironstone china, located in the beautiful surroundings of Keele Hall.

Raven Mason Suite, Keele Hall 12:00PM
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14
Jun 2025
KUMU Logo

Join us for this, the last, KUMU Summer season Concert!

Keele Chapel 7:00PM
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22
Jun 2025
A group of men and women are gathered in the 'Forest of Light' Sculpture, Keele University.

Varied and exciting, our summer concert will include Puccini’s Missa di Gloria, Dove’s The Passing of the Year, Todd’s Jazz Missa Brevis and McDowall’s Shipping Forecast. We can’t wait to share this cornucopia of music with you!

Keele Chapel 4:00PM
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