John Crace
John Crace is the Guardian's parliamentary sketch writer and one of the paper's most loved columnists. He is the author of several books, including Taking the Lead: A Dog at Number 10, Depraved New World, Decline and Fail, and I, Maybot. In January 2024 he was awarded an honorary doctorate by Bath Spa University in recognition of his literary satire. His new book and latest serving of political satire, The Bonfire of the Insanities, looks at the recent years of governmental absurdity, with his trademark mordant wit and caustic humour.
Videos
John Crace @ 5x15 - Digested reads (part 3)
John Crace @ 5x15 - Digested reads (part 2)
John Crace @ 5x15 - Digested reads (part 1)
John Crace @ 5x15 - A Political Sketch
Past Events
5x15 welcomes a line-up of inspiring speakers and fascinating stories in December, from histories of deafness and learning how to love, to the healing nature of plants and animals.
5x15 welcomes back the legendary John Crace to discuss his latest infectiously entertaining political satire, A Farewell to Calm live at The Tabernacle
As the political institutions fall into crisis, we’ll hear from from people charting a new path forward…