Gus Casely-Hayford
Dr Gus Casely-Hayford, OBE, Director of V&A East, is a curator and cultural historian who writes, lectures and broadcasts widely on culture. He was formerly Executive Director of Arts Strategy, Arts Council England, and more recently Director of the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art in Washington DC. His new book, Objects & Us, explores commonplace and exceptional objects from around the world.
Upcoming Events
5 Speakers, 15 Minutes Each - November 2026
5x15 is thrilled to bring our signature format to the Emmanuel Centre stage for the first time! Five speakers, fifteen minutes each.
Emmanuel Centre, SW1P
Emmanuel Centre, SW1P
Featuring Talks By:
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe
on human rights and life as a political prisoner
Dan Jones
on the secrets held in castles
Jamie Bartlett
on communicating with AI
Dame Margaret Hodge
on her career in politics
Gus Casely-Hayford
on the power of everyday objects
5 Speakers, 15 Minutes Each - November 2026
5x15 is thrilled to bring our signature format to the Emmanuel Centre stage for the first time! Five speakers, fifteen minutes each.
Emmanuel Centre, SW1P