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The Clapham Book Festival

11 Oct 2025

The Clapham Book Festival

The 9th annual Clapham Book Festival is here!

Join us on October 11th at Omnibus Theatre for a day of interesting and entertaining

conversations with acclaimed authors.

We have a great line-up for you this year!

We’re excited to present Joanne Harris, the renowned author of Chocolat and Vianne, in

conversation with Booker Prize listee Michèle Roberts (Daughters of the House).

We’re also delighted to feature the celebrated thriller and short story writer Oyinkan

Braithwaite (My Sister the Serial Killer, Cursed Daughters), interviewed by Elizabeth Buchan

(Bonjour Sophie, Revenge of the Middle-Aged Woman).

Plus more to be announced! And the ever-popular Clapham Literary Walk.

Tickets go on sale in September.

As well as tickets to individual events, “all-day” tickets will be available to include all

afternoon sessions at reduced price Concessions will be available.

Meanwhile, keep up to date with the Festival us by following us - @claphambookfest on X

and Instagram - and subscribing to our newsletter!

Book lovers of Lambeth and beyond - see you on 11th October at Omnibus Theatre!

Details

Team Members

Joanne Harris

Oyinkan Braithwaite

Michèle Roberts

Elizabeth Buchan

Three 60 minute interviews.

Date & Time: Saturday 11th October @15:00-20:00

Ticket Price: £10 - £20 (Tickets will be live online early September)

Venue: Omnibus Theatre

Omnibus Theatre is a multi-award-winning independent theatre in Clapham, South London. The heart of their ambitious programme, inspired by our building’s literary heritage, lies in both classics re-imagined and contemporary storytelling. They provide a platform for new writing and interdisciplinary work, aiming to give voice to the underrepresented and challenge perceptions and believe in affordable tickets and theatre for all.

The Common Room is a dynamic spaces available for The Lambeth Fringe.

The Common Room: 70 capacity, limited lighting, PA system

Perfect for laid back music including jazz and acoustic and queer-led work specifically cabaret and live music.

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Common Room space at Omnibus Theatre
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