Bette A Brian Eno
Talks & Ideas

Why do we need art?

In this special event, artist, musician and activist Brian Eno and writer and artist Bette A. explore the ideas behind their acclaimed book What Art Does: An Unfinished Theory.

Through conversation, they examine how art is made by all of us; how it creates communities, expands our worlds and has the power to transform how we see the future.

Bette A. is on stage and joined by Brian Eno via videolink for this fascinating exploration of the vital role of art in our lives.


Bette A.

Bette A. is a Dutch artist, novelist and art school teacher. Her previous books include Rus Like Everyone Else and What’s Mine. She is co-founder of the Heroines! Movement.

Brian Eno

Brian Eno is a British artist, musician and activist. He has made music and visual art for five decades as composer, producer, collaborator and individual artist. He is a founding member of EarthPercent, a trustee of Client Earth, and co-founder of HardArt.