Annie Horniman: In Conversation
RHB 137, Goldsmiths, University of London
Thursday, 13 July 2023
18.30-20.30
Professor Viv Gardner (Emeritus Professor, University of Manchester)
Hosted by Simon Costin (Director of the Museum of Witchcraft and Magic, Museum of British Folklore)
Annie Horniman (1860-1937) was well known for her work in setting up regional theatres in Dublin and Manchester. She was an artist and an activist, and was involved with the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn between 1890-1903. Many years later, in the 1930s, she joined the Theosophist Quest society formed by George R. S. Mead.
The Decadence, Magic(k), and Occult Network (DMON) are delighted to welcome Viv Gardner, an established expert on Annie Horniman’s theatrical and political work, and Simon Costin, the director of the Museum of Witchcraft and Magic, who has an established background in theatre design.
This conversation brought together these experts on Annie Horniman to discuss the fascinating relationship between her theatrical life, political activism, and occult interests.
A recording of Viv Gardner’s talk can be accessed below:
Location
Goldsmiths is located in New Cross, South East London.
It is a short walk from both New Cross Gate and New Cross stations (Zone 2) on the main rail network and London overground; about a 7 minute journey from London Bridge and 30 minutes from London Victoria. It is on bus routes 21, 36, 53, 136, 171, 172, 177, 225, 321, 343, 436, 453.
The screening will be in the cinema in the Richard Hoggart Building. A map can be found here.
For exact directions to Goldsmiths please see the How to Find Us page on the Goldsmiths website.
For more information about this event, please email drc@gold.ac.uk.