
About the event
Unity Books Wellington are the official booksellers at the special events with Stephen Fry at the St. James Theatre, thanks to Bohm Presents and Penguin NZ.
Step into the world of one of Britain’s finest storytellers. Stephen Fry has been entertaining audiences for decades. His exploits in film, television, and the written word have won him fans worldwide. Now, hear firsthand the ups and downs of Stephen’s personal voyage through life and show business. He’ll share the trials and tribulations of his writing process and reflections on working with some of the world’s most interesting talents.
Accomplishments across his 40-year career include comedic roles in ‘Blackadder’, ‘A Bit of Fry and Laurie’, and ‘Jeeves and Wooster’. He has also appeared in films such as ‘Wilde’ and ‘Gosford Park’.
Stephen hosted the beloved television panel game ‘QI’ for 12 years. He also narrated the audio version of the ‘Harry Potter’ book series. Since 2017, his mythological retellings of Greek stories have become an international phenomenon.
With an opportunity to ask your own questions, the evening promises to be both stimulating and entertaining.
Tuesday November 12th, 8pm
event held at St James Theatre, 87/77 Courtenay Place, Te Aro
An evening with Stephen Fry in Wellington
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