Richard Dawkins - 50 Years of The Selfish Gene

Venue

Thebarton Theatre

Torrensville, Adelaide • 2,000 cap

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Date & Time

Fri, 13 Nov

7:00pm

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About this event

Approximate Running Times: Doors - 6:00pm Start - 7:00pm Finish - 8:30pm In this landmark live event, world-renowned evolutionary biologist and bestselling author Richard Dawkins takes the stage to mark fifty years of The Selfish Gene: the book that reframed our understanding of life, behaviour, and human nature. Reflecting on its revolutionary ideas, the global debates it ignited, and five decades of subsequent research, this is a rare opportunity to hear one of the most influential scientific minds of our time discuss the work that defined his career. Richard Dawkins, one of the most consequential scientific communicators of our time, returns to Australia and New Zealand this November to celebrate fifty years since The Selfish Gene first transformed the scientific landscape. .

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time does Richard Dawkins start?

Richard Dawkins is scheduled to start at 7:00pm on Friday, 13 November 2026 at Thebarton Theatre. Doors open at 6:00pm. We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

Where is Thebarton Theatre located?

Thebarton Theatre is located at 112 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville, SA. The venue has a capacity of 2,000 people.

How much are tickets for Richard Dawkins - 50 Years of The Selfish Gene?

Ticket prices for Richard Dawkins - 50 Years of The Selfish Gene vary. Check the official ticket link for current pricing and availability.

When do doors open at Thebarton Theatre for Richard Dawkins?

Doors open at 6:00pm at Thebarton Theatre, 112 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville. We recommend arriving early, especially for popular shows. We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

How long is the Richard Dawkins show at Thebarton Theatre?

With doors at 6:00pm and 1 act on the bill, expect the show to run for a couple of hours. Most shows at Thebarton Theatre wrap up by around 11:00pm. We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

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