MUSIC AND ART INSPIRED BY SHAKESPEARE No. 4: The Scandinavian Connection To celebrate being in Scandinavian waters the art and music inspired by Hamlet will be examined. Finland’s greatest composer, Sibelius, was also inspired by Shakespeare’s plays. Music – Sibelius’s “Storm” from Incidental Music for The Tempest. We have already heard some Sibelius this week… Read more »
The Life and Times of King Edward VII This course ran at the City Lit on Saturday 20th February 2016. Edward VII was heir for nearly 60 years and often in conflict with his parents. He had a popular wife and charmed all those he met. When he succeeded he surprised many with his successful reign.… Read more »
We survey Roman history in its days of glory and empire illustrated in the afternoon by a visit to the British Museum during which we will examine key artefacts including the exquisite Portland Vase. Italy before the ascent of Rome was dominated by the Etruscans who left magnificent tombs filled with pottery, statues and jewellery.… Read more »