The Richmond Forum

The Richmond Forum Presenting powerful voices so Richmond can learn. Empowering local voices so Richmond can lead.

The Richmond Forum is a subscription series, producing five programs each year. The biggest and most influential names in the world have taken the stage at The Richmond Forum, creating lifetime memories for our subscribers: past U.S. presidents, sitting heads of state, leaders from the sciences, arts, business, and more. The Richmond Forum is a non-profit 501(c)(3) educational organization.

05/27/2026

TRUE OR FALSE: You don’t need a theater subscription to get a seat in the theater.

TRUE!

Michael Brown, Director of Subscriber Services, breaks down how the Ticket Marketplace gives all subscriber types equal access to the best seats in the house.

The world's longest undefended border has long been a meeting place rather than a dividing line, but that distinction is...
05/14/2026

The world's longest undefended border has long been a meeting place rather than a dividing line, but that distinction is being tested.

Tariffs, climate imperatives, and competing priorities have strained the relationship between the United States and Canada in ways that affect both sides of the 49th parallel.

Rt. Hon. Justin Trudeau, former Prime Minister of Canada, knows better than anyone that being a good neighbor can be harder than it looks.

Having spent a decade at the helm during some of modern history’s most consequential moments, he will offer a candid reflection of what leadership in trying times entails.

Don't miss your chance to see Trudeau live, alongside a full season of the world's most thought-provoking speakers, right here in Richmond. Renew your subscription or join The Richmond Forum community as a new subscriber. Learn more at richmondforum.org.

05/14/2026

The world has changed a bit since 1986, and so has the way you get seats at The Forum.

Michael Brown, our director of subscriber services, breaks down our three subscription options. Goodbye wait lists, hello flexibility!

Learn more about each option at the link in our bio.

05/08/2026

So, what exactly IS The Richmond Forum?

Michael Brown, our Director of Subscriber Services, breaks it down.

The short version: big ideas, world-class speakers, and a room full of people who aren’t afraid to ask the hard questions… including you.

From the future of learning and the forces shaping our global economy, to the secrets of happiness and our neighbors to ...
04/30/2026

From the future of learning and the forces shaping our global economy, to the secrets of happiness and our neighbors to the north, this season brings timely ideas to the stage and invites you into a shared experience of big questions and meaningful conversation with a community of Richmond's most curious minds.

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 – 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗢𝗡
• Cher, "Turning Back Time"
• Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, "Oh, Canada!"
• Sal Khan, "Classroom Reboot"
• Baroness Dambisa Moyo, "Tectonic Shifts in Global Trade"
• Dr. Laurie Santos, "Why We’re So Bad at Being Happy"

The Richmond Forum is a five-program season, where each evening offers a fresh perspective and a chance to hear from voices you might not encounter otherwise — all together, in one shared experience.

New to The Forum? All new subscribers start with an online or Simulcast Room subscription, giving you access to the full season. Purchase before May 19 and you'll be first in line for a theater subscription if current subscribers choose to release their seats. Head to richmondforum.org to learn more.

Returning subscriber? You have until May 19 to renew and request seat or subscription upgrades.

We hope you'll join us for an unforgettable season of insight, ideas, and shared discovery, right here in Richmond.

When we announced our 2026-2027 season, we shared the names of four speakers... and kept one a secret.Well, the wait is ...
04/30/2026

When we announced our 2026-2027 season, we shared the names of four speakers... and kept one a secret.

Well, the wait is over.

On November 21, 2026, The Richmond Forum will turn back time with...

Cher.

One name, 60 years, and a body of work that has touched hearts, defined generations, and stood the test of time.

Cher has sold 140 million records worldwide, won an Oscar, and become the only solo artist with a No. 1 hit in each of the last seven decades. Throughout her career, she has paved the way for women and all people to live boldly, speak their truth, and have the courage to be exactly who they are.

The fierce, unstoppable artist will share the stories, lessons, and philosophy behind a life that has never once been inhibited by what others expected.

She joins a season lineup of experts and leaders who will bring bold ideas to our stage, from the future of learning and the forces shaping our global economy, to the secrets of happiness and our neighbors to the north. We hope you will join us this season for the shared experience of big questions and meaningful conversation with a community of Richmond's most curious minds.

Learn more at https://www.richmondforum.org/current-season/

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04/30/2026

You’d better believe it.

Cher is coming to The Richmond Forum on November 21 to open the 2026-2027 season.

In true Forum fashion, she’ll take the stage for a live conversation, share the stories behind a life lived entirely on her own terms, and answer YOUR questions.

Visit richmondforum.org to claim your seat at the Altria Theater for the full season or stream each conversation live.

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04/30/2026

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What does it really take to make it to the National Speech & Debate Tournament? Hear it from the students chasing that g...
04/29/2026

What does it really take to make it to the National Speech & Debate Tournament? Hear it from the students chasing that goal and the coaches helping them get there.

As Richmond prepares to host the National Tournament this June, The Richmond Forum and VPM invite you to a free screening of SPEAK and a conversation with Richmond’s own speech and debate community.

🗓 Sunday, May 3 at 2pm
📍 Virginia Museum of History & Culture
🎟 Free — register at richmondforum.org

The film follows students on their journey to the national stage, capturing the intensity, purpose, and personal stories behind their performances.

Afterward, stay for a live talk-back featuring local students on their own road to Nationals, alumni who’ve competed at the highest level, and coaches who make it all possible. They’ll reflect on the local experience behind a national moment.

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