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The 2025 Richard Burton Lecture

Charlotte Frances Burton delivered this year鈥檚 annual Richard Burton Lecture at Swansea University鈥檚 Taliesin Arts Centre on Wednesday, November 12

In his centenary year, Richard Burton鈥檚 granddaughter delivered a unique personal perspective on the legendary actor in the annual Richard Burton Lecture at Swansea University鈥檚 Taliesin Arts Centre.

In the lecture, entitled How to Build a Richard Burton: Reflections of a 21st Century Granddaughter, Charlotte reflects on her perceptions of Richard Burton鈥檚 legacy in the 21st century.

Charlotte was also joined in conversation by her mother, the acclaimed actor Kate Burton, daughter of Richard Burton. Kate is widely recognized for her leading roles on stage and screen, including Grey鈥檚 Anatomy, Scandal, Dumb Money, 127 Hours and Big Trouble in Little China, as well as her celebrated performances on Broadway, The West End and at The RSC

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