Grace Lovelass is a Dorset-based speaker with a growing national reputation for talks that are as entertaining as they are inspiring. Over the past three years, she has delivered more than 50 talks to organisations and community groups, including over 30 Women’s Institutes, earning a loyal following for her warmth, wit, and unmistakable presence.
A three-time Ironman, professional opera singer, endurance adventurer, and coach, Grace brings extraordinary stories to life with humour, candour, and theatrical flair. Her talks explore courage, reinvention, and the quiet thrill of discovering you are capable of more than you imagined.
Grace leaves audiences energised, emboldened, and ready to write their own next chapter.
Below you’ll find the talks currently available for booking, along with rates and further details.
Glitz, Glamour & Blowing Raspberries – Confessions of an Off-Duty Opera Singer
An energetic and candid insight into the day-to-day life of a professional opera singer and entertainer. Grace talks through her unorthodox route into the industry and a ‘behind the curtain’ look at practice methods, auditions and job opportunities, as well as what happens when things go wrong and backstage gossip! Proudly identifying as “not your typical classical singer”, Grace brings irreverent humour and audience participation to her talks. Also a three-time IRONMAN triathlon finisher, she demonstrates the overlap between sport and art, and extols an holistic approach to performance.
Duration: 1 hour / Fee: £90 + travel
Prima Donna to Ironman
Grace talks about fulfilling a lifetime dream to complete a full-distance IRONMAN triathlon. Initially hampered but ultimately spurred on by the unexpected inconvenience of the COVID-19 pandemic, Grace talks through her motivation, training and first attempt in Vichy, France 2021. The talk combines Grace’s trademark comedy and candour as she relives her journey from scratch to 140.6 miles of endurance sport.
Duration: 1 hour / Fee: £90 + travel
Lions, Lycra & a Mezzo Soprano (includes songs)
Stories, songs and survival instincts from a wild ride through Kenya’s national parks.
In this witty talk-with-songs, Grace Lovelass relives her Ride Africa adventure — cycling through lion country, confronting fear, and finding perspective along the road. Storytelling and live music collide in an unforgettable and entertaining talk.
Duration: 75 minutes / Fee: £100 + travel
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