Join us for a series of exciting lectures that brings the greatest names in their fields through our doors. Hear from innovative artists, entertainers, musicians, and writers in an ongoing conversation with you—their audience—on stimulating issues in culture today. Chosen for their creative brilliance and fresh perspectives, these speakers share their vision, their working process, and their insights.
In-person and livestream tickets available.
Upcoming Events
The Ruth and Carl J. Shapiro Celebrity Lectures
Gabrielle Zevin: Imagining Others
Saturday, October 3, 2026
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
The Ruth and Carl J. Shapiro Celebrity Lectures
Uzo Aduba: Owning Your Identity
Thursday, October 29, 2026
7:00 pm–8:00 pm
7:00 pm–8:00 pm
The Ruth and Carl J. Shapiro Celebrity Lectures
Mo Rocca’s Variety Pack Approach to Living
Thursday, December 3, 2026
7:00 pm–8:00 pm
7:00 pm–8:00 pm
The Ruth and Carl J. Shapiro Celebrity Lectures
Back to Boston: An Evening with Rachel Dratch
Thursday, February 25, 2027
7:00 pm–8:00 pm
7:00 pm–8:00 pm
The Ruth and Carl J. Shapiro Celebrity Lectures
An Evening with Ocean Vuong
Thursday, May 13, 2027
7:00 pm–8:00 pm
7:00 pm–8:00 pm