Being Human Festival 2023

Being Human 2023 took place from 9 to 18 November with the theme 'Rhyme or Reason'.

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Being Human 2023 took place in 50 towns and cities around the UK from 9–18 November. The festival explored the theme 'Rhyme or Reason' and the programme included everything from cheese tasting in Nottingham, inspired by 18th century food riots, to eco-poetry workshops taking place on a boat along Sheffield & Tinsley canal.

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Festival Hubs 2023

Find out more about our 2023 Festival Hubs

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Event Series 2023

Browse series of events led by universities, some exploring particular themes.

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Themes 2023

Collections of events organised by themes in this year's programme.

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2023 programme revealed!

We’re delighted to reveal the programme of over 220 events taking place as part of this year’s Being Human Festival, running from 9 to 18 November 2023.

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Looking back at Being Human 2023

Read on for a recap of some of the highlights from this year’s national festival!

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2023 Gallery

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Rhyme or Reason

Learn more about the 2023 festival theme

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