Sheldonian Theatre

The Oxford Ministry for the Future presents: 'Art, Nature and Science: Imagining Other Worlds'

About the event

Join us for a thought-provoking performance and discussion on culture, science, and environmental responsibility.

Renowned artist Brian Eno and acclaimed science-fiction writer Kim Stanley Robinson will be joined by novelist Laline Paull, writer J. M. Ledgard and a number of Oxford academics to explore the challenges facing our planet and the role of art, literature, and technology in shaping the future. This event will explore the intersection of culture, science, and environmental responsibility, offering diverse perspectives on the challenges facing our planet and the role of art, literature, and technology in shaping our future.

The conversation will provide a unique opportunity to hear from leading voices in their respective fields as they share insights into the ways storytelling, music, and technological innovation can contribute to a more sustainable world. From the transformative potential of speculative fiction to the artistic exploration of ecological themes, this panel will examine the critical role of creative expression in fostering environmental awareness and action.

This event co-hosted by Saïd Business School and Hertford College, is organised in partnership with Global Canopy, a data-driven non-profit that delivers transparency and accountability around the market forces driving deforestation and nature loss. 

Speakers

Brian Eno

Artist, musician, and producer, known for his pioneering work in ambient music and reflections on the human-nature relationship.

  • Portrait of Brian Eno

Kim Stanley Robinson

Award-winning science-fiction writer whose work, including The Ministry for the Future, explores environmental and societal challenges.

  • Portrait of Kim Stanley Robinson

Laline Paull

Novelist and playwright known for environmentally focused fiction, including The Bees and Pod.

  • Portrait of Laline Paull

J. M. Ledgard

Writer and expert in technology, nature, and emerging economies, acclaimed for Giraffe and Submergence.

  • Portrait of J. M. Ledgard