A Woman Like Me: A Memoir
A Woman Like Me

Ever since she first walked through the House of Commons as Britain’s first Black woman MP, Diane Abbott has been a fearless and vocal champion for the causes that have shaped modern Britain. From increasing access to education for Black children to speaking out against the Iraq War, she has consistently stood at the forefront of progressive change.

A unique figure in British public life, Diane has often had nothing but the courage of her convictions to carry her through incredibly hostile environments—facing relentless abuse in the media, on social platforms, and even from within her own party. A Woman Like Me is an inspirational memoir of resilience, leadership, and an extraordinary legacy forged against the odds.

Dates

12 Jul 2025

12.30pm - 1.30pm

Price

£17

Concessions: £5 tickets are available for under 35 year olds who are part of the Friends of BIF's Next Gen Scheme.

Venue

Buxton Opera House

Booking info

BIF Friends get priority booking from 18 March
Public booking opens 15 April
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Dates, times & booking

  • Sat 12 Jul 2025 12.30pm - 1.30pm
BIF Friends get priority booking from 18 March
About Friends Priority Booking

Public booking opens 15 April

Priority Booking
for BIF Friends

To book seats early, join the Friends of Buxton International Festival and become part of our ‘Festival Family.’

Directors’ Circle, Benefactor, Gold Patron Tuesday, 18 March

Patron Tuesday, 25 March

Gold Friend Tuesday, 1 April

Friend and Joint Friend Tuesday, 8 April

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  • Priority booking for all festival events
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If you are under 35 you can join the Next Gen Friends for free, and access £5 tickets to book events and £10 tickets to all other events.

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