For one night only, climbing partners Andy and Ian come together to talk about their expeditions to the Alps, Patagonia and Yosemite.

Andy and Ian are internationally acclaimed mountaineers, film-makers and writers who love nothing better than climbing some of the most difficult mountains in the world in sub-zero conditions. For one night only, they get together to talk about their expeditions, from the icy storms of Patagonia to the vertical granite of El Capitan, sharing tales of adventure, hypothermia and holidays in snow holes. Accompanied by stunning visuals of the amazing extremes these guys have willingly put themselves through.

Fast-moving, inspirational & humorous tales of extreme mountaineering from two of the best speakers on the circuit.

Andy Kirkpatrick:
Described by Zoo magazine as “entertaining, funny and a bit mental”. A big-wall climber and winter expedition specialist, Andy has soloed some of the most difficult routes in the world. He is also a published writer and film-maker with a tremendous ability to captivate an audience with his hilarious and motivational story-telling.

Ian Parnell:
One of Britain’s leading alpinists, mountain photographer and film-maker, Ian has made significant ascents in the Himalayas, Greenland and the Alps. His humorous yet inspirational insights into the world of mountaineering are accompanied by stunning images and raw footage.

Thursday 26 November
The Foundry, Sheffield Union (not the climbing wall)
Doors open 7:30pm
£6 NUS / £9
Tickets Outlets:
Union Box Office 0114 222 8777
& Sheffield City Hall / Sheffield Arena / Sheffield Theatres