The Magic of Theatre: Superstition, Ghosts, and the Scottish Play
A Friday lunchtime talk by Dr Icy Sedgwick on theatre superstitions, the ghost light, Macbeth folklore and the Tyne Theatre's own ghost stories.
About This Event
Dr Icy Sedgwick presents a Friday lunchtime talk exploring a range of theatre superstitions, from the ghost light to the folklore surrounding Macbeth, alongside ghost stories connected to the Tyne Theatre itself. The talk takes place in the 1867 hall, and tea or coffee is included in the £7 ticket, with no booking fee.
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