Lateral Events
The Best of Bill Bryson
Live on Stage
Bill’s latest scientific research on the Earth, the universe, everything in-between – A Short History of Nearly Everything 2.0 – plus Bill’s hilarious travel, forays into the Body and Bill being Bill.
Join Bill Bryson as he shares the major advances of science uncovered in his complete rewrite of the biggest-selling popular science book of the 21st century explaining the Earth, the universe, everything in-between, A Short History of Nearly Everything 2.0.
Planetology, astronomy, particle physics, the Big Bang, quantum mechanics, evolution and the show is just getting started. A Short History of Nearly Everything 2.0 is the result of Bill’s quest to understand everything that has happened from the Big Bang to the rise of civilisation – how we got from being nothing at all to what we are today. Bill will share the stories of the lives and times of the scientists behind the research and discoveries, highlighting their sometimes eccentric behaviours.
In this theatrical light hearted and fun live performance, Bill makes complex subjects fascinating and accessible to everyone with an interest in the world around them.
An evening with Bill would not be complete without delving into his travel experiences and the human body itself.
Join Bill Bryson, live on stage, touring in February.
Lateral Events pre-sale – 16 SEP 2025 from 12pm
General public sale – 18 SEP 2025
Australia, New Zealand & Singapore Schedule
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- How long is the show?
Most shows will start at 7:30pm and will run for approximately 2 hours, plus there will be a 20min interval.
The Melbourne show will start at 8pm and will run for approximately 2 hours, plus there will be a 20min interval.
- How much are tickets?
We are required to quote ticket prices that include the multiple fees and charges added by venues and ticketing agencies; these vary city to city. To find the exact ticket prices, please go to the ticket agency website (linked above). The ticket prices, with some exceptions, range from around $95 to $185 in Australia, NZ$99 – NZ$195 in New Zealand and S$95 – S$195 in Singapore.
- Is the show suitable for kids?
The show is suitable for all ages, and is visually appealing, theatrical and educational – however it is written for an adult audience.
Who is Bill Bryson?
Bill Bryson is an American British journalist and author.
Bryson has written twenty-one nonfiction books on topics including travel, the English language, and science. Born in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1951, he has been a resident of Britain for most of his adult life, returning to the U.S. between 1995 and 2003, and holds dual American and British citizenship. He served as the chancellor of Durham University 2005 to 2011. He is an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Society.