Monday 24 November, 19:00–21:15
From £45
Members: from £40.50
Central Entrance on Cromwell Road
Sing for Science: The Chemistry of Breaking Bad
Beloved actor Bryan Cranston and our mineralogist Alan Hart explore the surprising intersections between science and storytelling.
Beloved actor Bryan Cranston takes to our stage to reflect on the role that defined a generation of television.
He’ll talk about his unforgettable portrayal of Walter White, the mild-mannered chemistry teacher who becomes an underworld kingpin in the groundbreaking series Breaking Bad.
Bryan will share behind-the-scenes stories, insights into the craft of acting and the profound impact this character had on both his career and popular culture.
He’ll be joined in conversation by our scientific associate and renowned mineralogist Alan Hart. Alan will guide us into the dazzling world of crystals and minerals in their purest elemental form.
Together, they’ll explore the surprising intersections between science and storytelling and chemistry and character, as well as how the natural world can inspire both art and imagination.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime event you won’t want to miss! It’ll be an evening of unforgettable dialogue, unique perspectives and a chance to see two masters of their fields share the stage in our iconic building.
Sing for Science podcast host Matt Whyte will be joining to host the discussion.
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Accessibility information
- This event is wheelchair accessible.
- If you’re unable to wait in queues for long periods, speak to our security staff and they’ll fast track your entry.
- Seating is available in the space.
- If you have any questions, email our Visitor Events Team at after-hours@nhm.ac.uk.
- Blue Badge parking spaces are available on request. Spaces are limited and subject to availability.
- A dedicated quiet area is available during the event.
- The nearest accessible toilet is on our Ground Floor at the back of Hintze Hall, under the stairs. If you require access to a Changing Places toilet, contact after-hours@nhm.ac.uk.
Visiting information
- This event is for ages 18+ only.
- Arrive at our Central Entrance on Cromwell Road.
- There will be seating available at the event.
- Seating closest to the stage will be reserved for premium ticket holders. Seats for standard tickets will operate on a first come first served basis.
- While we’ll try our best to seat ticket holders in the same booking together, this can’t be guaranteed.
- The speakers will be at the top of the stairs in Hintze Hall. There will also be large screens in the space showing the stage.
- Doors open at 19:00.
- Last entry is at 19:30. No entry will be permitted after this time.
- The talk will begin at 19:45. The event ends at 21:15.
- Bookings are required. No refunds will be given.
- We operate a zero-tolerance policy on drugs.
- There will be no cloakroom available.
- We reserve the right to make any necessary changes to the event as required, such as adjusting the locations, timings or content of the event. This is to ensure that we deliver a safe and excellent experience for everyone at all times.
- Tickets are for personal use only and can’t be resold, transferred or used for promotional, commercial or fundraising purposes without prior written permission from the Museum. Find more ticketing terms.
- Visitors must present a valid ticket at the door.
- Photography and filming may take place during the event, in which you may be identifiable. These images may be used for our marketing purposes on the website, social media and printed publicity materials. If you have any concerns about being photographed, speak to our staff at the event.
- Ticket prices are subject to change.
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