45-50 minute Talks (approx.)
Not your average talk
Choose from 4 unique and entertaining talks presented live by Eric Sykes in West Yorkshire.
Free talks by Eric Sykes
I am now in my 8th decade, but let me tell you, age is just a number!
Retirement has been treating me well and I am now embarking on a new adventure. I have this irresistible urge to share my life experiences and passions with others. People say I’ve got a knack for injecting humour into my talks, and I have a reputation to uphold! I must confess being in the limelight is something I thoroughly enjoy. No fancy gadgets or gizmos for me. Just give me a decent piano, and I’ll be able to keep going even during a power cut when you choose talk 3.
Talk 1
MY CAREER IN TEACHING
BRITTNEY’S UP A TREE
Since an early age, I had decided that I wanted to be a teacher. This talk will follow my route as a 6 year old playing with soft toys, in an imaginary class through to being a Head Teacher.
Talk 2
My rather quirky hobby
MUSINGS FROM AN OMNIBOLOGIST
From an early age, I had developed an interest in travelling by public transport, particularly buses. This talk explores the early days which sparked the interest and the ‘solo’ days out I took discovering the delights of our local area.
Talk 3
My Musical Journey
PIANO LESSON IN THE 1960s
The first part of this talk is a bit of social history and describes what life was like living in a cul-de-sac within a tightly knit neighbourhood in Elland, West Yorkshire. I was a regular visitor to a neighbour who owned a traditional upright piano and that was the starting point for my lifelong interest in music.
Talk 4
My likes and dislikes in life
CONTENT TO BE DIFFERENT
This new talk will focus on my likes’ and ‘dislikes’ and perhaps the opportunity for us all to reflect on what makes us content to being an individual. After hearing me, I think you too may well reflect on your own individualities and what makes you different!
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talks of Eric Sykes
Known for his ability to inject humor into his talks, Eric aims to entertain and enlighten his audience.