Naturalist Chris Packham shares stories from his life of curiosity and conviction, featuring extraordinary specimens from his collection. This theatrical talk explores his career and environmental conservation.
On Sunday, 22nd November 2026, the Brighton Dome will host Chris Packham for his touring show, World of Wonder: A Planet on the Edge. Many of us recognise him from his decades on screen, having followed his work from the early days of The Really Wild Show through to Springwatch, Inside Our Autistic Minds, and Earth. This particular evening at the Concert Hall is built around his personal history as a naturalist, starting with his childhood bedroom which was famously filled with feathers, skulls, and jars of tadpoles. He uses these extraordinary specimens from his own collection to frame stories about his life, moving from that early curiosity to his long-standing career as a voice for the UK's wildlife.
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The presentation goes beyond just a career retrospective, as it tackles the current environmental crisis with a focus on what individuals can do. Packham uses the metaphor of a "dinosaur in the room" to address the reality of the ecological challenges we face, aiming to provide practical suggestions for daily life alongside his anecdotes from behind the camera. It is worth noting that the event is recommended for those aged 12 and above, and anyone under 16 will need to be accompanied by an adult. This makes it a potential option for families with teenagers or anyone who has followed his conservation work over the years.
In terms of the logistics for the evening, the doors are set to open at 18:45, with the main talk beginning at 19:30. Tickets are available at a guide price of £32.49, with a range extending up to £47.49 depending on the seating. There is a standard £3.50 management fee for bookings made online or by phone, though this is waived for members of the venue. For those with specific requirements, the Brighton Dome handles accessibility bookings through the Nimbus Disability Access Card system. The venue’s location in the centre of Brighton means it is easily accessible for a Sunday night out, providing a space to hear from someone who has spent nearly forty years documenting the natural world.
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