An Evening with Don Black - The Man with the Golden Pen

Schedule

Tue Nov 24 2026 at 06:15 pm to 09:15 pm

UTC+00:00
Location

Central Criminal Court | London, EN

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A captivating evening of music and words as celebrated lyricist Don Black reflects
on his extraordinary life and career.
About this Event

An Evening with Don Black - the Man with the Golden Pen!

Come and join us for a special evening with the English lyricist, best known for Oscar‑winning “Born Free” and several James Bond theme songs including “Thunderball,” “Diamonds Are Forever,” and “The Man with the Golden Gun.” Don Black has a wordwide reputation as one of the greatest lyricists of our era.

A captivating evening of music and words as celebrated lyricist Don Black reflects on his extraordinary life and career in conversation with Dr Harry Brünjes. The Old Bailey Choir will perform a selection of his greatest songs. Do join us for a fascinating snapshot of the man behind some of the most memorable lyrics in popular music.

The event will conclude with a short Q&A session.

Guest arrival is at 18:15 at the Main Entrance of the Old Bailey for a drinks reception, with a prompt start to the evening at 19:00. The event will conclude at 21:15.

Tickets for this event are charged at £25pp + fees, which includes the drinks reception. All proceeds from ticket sales will be shared between the Sheriffs' and Recorder's Fund - The Sheriffs’ & Recorder’s Fund - Supporting London’s Pr*son leavers since 1808 and ENO Breathe.

Only guests who have pre-booked will be permitted entrance. Numbers for this event are limited, should the event be sold out, please do add your details to the Eventbrite waiting list and you will be contacted if tickets later become available.

Entry will be via the Main Entrance at the Old Bailey, where all guests must pass through airport style security. Please bring a valid form of photo identification with you.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]


Agenda

🕑: 06:15 PM - 07:00 PM
Arrivals & Reception
🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:40 PM
Conversation and Music
🕑: 07:40 PM - 08:30 PM
Reception and Signing
🕑: 08:30 PM - 09:15 PM
Conversation and Music with Q&A
🕑: 09:15 PM
Departures
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Where is it happening?

Central Criminal Court, Old Bailey, London, United Kingdom

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Tickets

GBP 27.80

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