Have you ever felt nervous about public speaking? Have you wondered what makes a speaker capture an audience? This interactive lecture explores what makes someone an inspirational speaker, and will help you develop your presentation skills. It will also introduce some key tips on how to develop skills that increase confidence in public speaking whilst feeling relaxed and authentic.

Whether you’re an experienced speaker or a nervous novice, join Artist in Residence Joy Richardson and be inspired!

Joy Richardson is Artist in Residence at Kellogg College, and alumna of Kellogg’s MSt Creative Writing Course.

She trained at Webber Douglas Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.

As a workshop leader and communication coach, Joy has worked with numerous companies, including Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, The Royal National Theatre and Olivier Mythodrama Management Consultants.

As an actor, Joy has been in productions in theatre, film, television and radio and worked with a wide range of directors including Sir Peter Hall, Sir Richard Eyre and Katie Mitchell. She is currently appearing in the BBC TV series Death in Paradise.

This lecture is free, and open to all.

Refreshments will be served from 5 pm in the Kellogg Hub.

If you are unable to attend after booking to attend in person, please email events@kellogg.ox.ac.uk.