Kate Raworth’s Doughnut Economics Circus: Battle for the Biosphere

# Kate Raworth’s Doughnut Economics Circus: Battle for the Biosphere

Nature vs Finance — an evening of theatre, debate, juggling, laughter and ideas for a different economy.

Can our financial economy be redesigned to serve life?

Join economist and author Kate Raworth for Battle for the Biosphere: Nature vs Finance. In this playful, participatory show, Kate brings two forces face to face. Nature works through cycles, relationships and renewal. Finance, as we know it, often rewards extraction and accumulation. What would need to change for us to meet everyone’s needs within the means of the living planet?

Come ready to listen, debate, juggle and laugh. You might even see two audience members step into the roles of Nature and Finance.

After the 75-minute show, we’ll bring the conversation home to Bristol. Bristol Redistro will help us explore where money and power flow, who makes decisions, and how resources could better support grassroots communities. There will be a short panel, an audience activity and time to share ideas. Kate will be invited to give a final reflection.

Easton People’s Council will also have a table, with a chance to learn about local community action: `https://eastonpeoplescouncil.uk/`

## When and where

Tuesday 20 October 2026
The Station, Silver Street, Bristol BS1 2AG

* 5:30pm: Doors open, with tea, coffee and music\ * 6:00pm: Event begins (Please plan your day to arrive on time - We've got lots to share!)\ * 7:40–8:10pm: Hot food and break\ * 9:30pm: Event finishes\

## Tickets and food

£5 under 25s · £10 low income · £20 standard · £28 pay it forward

Hot vegan and gluten-free food is included with every ticket. Free tickets are available—please choose this option only if you need it.

This is a not-for-profit event. Ticket income helps cover the discounted venue cost of £715, around £500 for catering, and event logistics. Choosing the £28 pay-it-forward ticket helps us cover these costs and make a stronger donation to Bristol Redistro. A portion of any profits will go to Redistro.

## About Kate Raworth

Kate is the author of Doughnut Economics: Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st-Century Economist, co-founder of the Doughnut Economics Action Lab and a Senior Teaching Fellow at the University of Oxford’s Environmental Change Institute.

Kate’s website: `https://www.kateraworth.com/`
Doughnut Economics Action Lab: `https://doughnuteconomics.org/`

## About Bristol Redistro

Bristol Redistro raises money from people who have more than they need and supports grassroots groups working for a fairer Bristol. The groups it supports help decide how resources are shared. At this event, Redistro will help us explore what it could mean for money and decision-making power to serve communities.

Bristol Redistro’s website: `https://bristolredistro.net/`

## About MaFia Weekend CIC

MaFia stands for Make a Film in a Weekend. We’re an East Bristol community arts organisation bringing people together through food, creativity and conversation. Our events make space to explore big questions, tell stories and build community power.

MaFia Weekend CIC is supported by the Climate Majority Project.

MaFia Weekend CIC on Instagram: `https://www.instagram.com/mafia_weekend/`
Climate Majority Project: `https://www.climatemajorityproject.com/`

## Access and questions

The Station is wheelchair accessible and has an accessible toilet. Stim and fidget toys are welcome.

Children are welcome with an adult and each child needs an Under 25s ticket.

For access questions or anything else, email `[email protected]` or call 07776 944323.

Find The Station on Google Maps: `https://maps.app.goo.gl/jUzrHttCtqf84qDH7`

Tickets - different budgets, same welcome

We share the costs so more people can take part, while paying fairly for the work behind the event.

Every ticket includes the same event and a hot meal. Choose what you can comfortably afford- we trust your judgement.

* £0 – Free Ticket
For anyone who couldn’t otherwise afford to come. No explanation needed. Limited places, with priority for the Bristol Redistro community, refugees and people seeking asylum.\ * From £5 – Under 25s Ticket
A lower price to help younger people take part.\ * From £10 – Reduced Ticket
Choose this if £20 would stretch your budget.\ * £20 – Standard Ticket
Helps cover food, venue, travel and fair pay for our team.\ * £28 – Pay It Forward Ticket
Your ticket, plus £8 towards making free and reduced-price places available to others.\ * £60 – Together Ticket (group of 4)
Bring friends or family for £15 each.

Supporting Bristol communities

A portion of profits from ticket sales will support Bristol Redistro, which funds grassroots groups tackling inequality and gives those communities the power to decide where the money goes.

About booking fees

Headfirst adds a booking fee to paid tickets, shown at checkout. They’re a Bristol-based platform with a community-before-profit ethos, supporting independent arts, inclusive spaces and local causes through regular donations from booking fees.

If you can no longer come, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else.

You're welcome, whatever you can pay.

Entry requirements: no age restrictions (under 18s to be accompanied by an adult over 21yrs, 1:1 ratio)