Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes

This two-part epic is a complex, metaphorical and symbolic examination of sexuality in 1980s USA by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning playwright Tony Kushner. Playing over four weekends, Angels in America is a two-part play, presented in two halves over two separate performances. Thursday 2 to Saturday 25 May, 1 pm, 2 pm and 7 pm. The Little theatre. Register.

Scenes from the South

Scenes from the South asks questions about country and coastlines, streets and seascapes, migration and navigation. It also travels to another significant site in the history of maritime travel and trade, with the companion exhibition, Zanzibar Views. Friday 17 May to Sunday 16 June, 10 am to 5 pm. Maritime Museum, Port Adelaide. 

Department of Historical and Classical Studies Research Seminar Series

Unpacking a colonial history painting: Charles Hill’s ‘The Proclamation of South Australia 1836, presented by Dr Susan Marsden. The semester one line-up for the Department of Historical and Classical Studies Research Seminar Series can be found here. Monday 6 May, 12 pm. Napier 420, North Terrace campus. 

Department of Historical and Classical Studies Research Seminar

This research seminar features Elizabeth Bor presenting Using a theory of news values in historical research. Monday 20 May, 12–1 pm. Napier 420 The Stretton room, North Terrace campus.

The 'Organised Family' webinar

Learn how to keep your family life from descending into chaos. Tips on menu planning, reducing clutter, teaching children organising skills, scheduling, reducing housework and organising household paperwork. Tuesday 21 May, 12–1 pm. Online. Register.

UniSuper webcast – Managing your financial wellbeing

Knowing the ins and outs of investing and better managing your debt can help alleviate anxiety and empower better financial decision-making. Tuesday 21 May, 12:30–1.30 pm. More information.

SAiGENCI annual public lecture

Decoding cancer: How epigenetics could solve the cancer riddle. Join us for an engaging lecture to unravel the mysteries of cancer. In this eye-opening session, our experts will unveil the fascinating connection between cancer and epigenetics. Tuesday 21 May, 5.30–6.30 pm, the Braggs Lecture Theatre. More information. 

AEDA Business Summit

Adelaide Economic Development Agency (AEDA) Business Summit is an annual gathering of leaders, entrepreneurs, and thinkers.The next 150 years: the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) featuring the University’s Australian Institute of Machine Learning Director Professor Simon Lucey, will examine the role that AI plays in supporting the city economy. Wednesday 22 May 9 am to 4.30 pm. $235 pp. Adelaide Oval. Register.

Hugh Stretton Oration 2024

Inequality in Australia: What role does government policy play? In this oration, Productivity Commission Chair Danielle Wood one of Australia's leading policy analysts and University of Adelaide graduate, will discuss what we know about economic inequality in Australia and how it has changed over time. Wednesday 22 May, 5.30–7 pm. Elder Hall, North Terrace campus. Register.

Seductress, Sorceress, Adulterer, Traitor: Power, Fashion, and Anne Boleyn

For centuries, the story of Anne Boleyn has captured imaginations. But Anne’s life was far more intriguing than just her marriage and execution. Join Dr Grace Waye-Harris to discover how this notorious Tudor queen used dress as a tool of power at Henry VIII’s court, and watch as descriptions of her apparel are brought to life by artist Petar Prodanovic. Thursday 23 May, 5.30–6.30 pm. Napier G04 lecture theatre, Napier Building, North Terrace campus. More information.