From Stage to Screen: The Art of Adaptation with Sir Christopher Hampton

How does a story transform when it moves from the theatrical stage to the cinematic screen? Sir Christopher Hampton—a two-time Academy Award winner for Dangerous Liaisons and The Father, both originating as plays—has spent over five decades carrying narratives between theatre and film. As a distinguished playwright, screenwriter, translator, and director, he offers invaluable insights into the delicate craft of adaptation: what is gained, what is lost, and what must be boldly reinvented for the camera. Joining us to mark the opening of Discovery Campus 2026, Sir Christopher explores the vital intersection between stagecraft and screenwriting in an unmissable industry session.