2025 Festival Event

Miriam Margolyes
Miriam Margolyes

Oh Miriam!

Outspoken and controversial but always interesting and entertaining, Miriam Margolyes is one of Britain’s best known actors. She joins Patricia Hodge to share stories (published and unpublishable) from her riotous memoir Oh Miriam! Described as ‘insanely interesting, full of profanity and profundity’ Miriam’s memoir recounts tales of the unexpected and insights into her unbridled take on life as an uproarious adventure. From being escorted off the Today programme to confessing her love for Vanessa Redgrave, Miriam discusses life, laughs and strong opinions.

Miriam Margolyes - Oh Miriam
Oliver Soden and Patricia Hodge
Patricia Hodge
Patricia Hodge is an award- winning actress, celebrated for her film and television roles as well as her extensive theatre work.
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2025 Festival Schedule

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2pm

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8pm

A printed festival programme is available at the Barnes Bookshop, 98 Church Road.