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Witchcraft and Magic in the Nordic Middle Ages – Lena Heide-Brennand – Zoom

Witchcraft and Magic in the Nordic Middle Ages

Jump onboard the broom stick and join Lena on the journey into the past in yet another part of the online lecture series, Scandinavian Witchcraft. This time we will focus on Witchcraft and Magic in the Nordic Middle Ages. Delve into the rich tapestry of Nordic history as we explore the mystical practices, beliefs, and cultural significance of witchcraft in this tumultuous period of the dark ages. This captivating session will not only illuminate the enchanting spells and rituals of the time but also shed light on the brutal and heartbreaking realities faced by those accused of witchcraft.

The lecture will confront the harrowing tales of torture and execution that many so-called witches endured, often subjected to inhumane practices fueled by fear and superstition.

We will journey through the dark histories of places like Vardø, Norway, known for its infamous witch trials, and the chilling events in Tønsberg, where countless lives were tragically lost. Gain insight into how these brutal episodes shaped societal views and the legacy of witchcraft in Scandinavian culture.

Don’t miss this opportunity to awaken your curiosity, expand your knowledge of a spellbinding yet sorrowful era that tragically claimed the lives of thousands of innocent victims

 

Bio:

Lena Schattenherz Heide-Brennand is a Norwegian lecturer with a master degree in language, culture and literature from the University of Oslo and Linnaeus University. She has been lecturing and teaching various subjects since 1998. Her field of interest and main focus has always been topics that others have considered strange, eccentric and eerie, and she has specialised in a variety of dark subjects linked to folklore, mythology and Victorian traditions and medicine. Her students often point out her thorough knowledge about the subjects she is teaching, in addition to her charismatic appearance. She refers to herself as a performance lecturer and always gives her audience an outstanding experience

don’t worry if you miss it – we will send you a recording valid for two weeks the next day

Castle Arianrhod – Cath Little – Zoom

Castle Arianrhod

Castle Arianrhod is a re-imagining of an ancient Celtic myth, a retelling of one of the stories from the Mabinogion. It tells the story of the harm that comes into the world when sister and brother fight. It is a story full of magic and enchantment. Cath Little brings the strange mythic images to life with her words and her music.

Where is Castle Arianrhod? It is under the waters of Caernarfon Bay. It is in the spinning circle of the stars above. And it is in this gift of a story.

“Magical indeed. I loved every minute of it. A beautiful and measured performance with so many textured layers. Cath is a joy to listen to.”

“Enchanting. I didn’t want it to end.” Festival at the Edge

Bio:

Cardiff Storyteller and Singer Cath Little has “rough magic” in her voice, and in her words “the gift of the story comes through.” She has a strong belief in the power of traditional stories to connect us to one another, to the land, and to the people who once lived here. Cath is passionate about sharing the ancient British wonder tales of The Mabinogion.

Cath helps run the Cardiff Storytelling Circle and curate their seasonal concerts, Tales for the Turning Year. She tells and listens to stories at Oasis, a Cardiff Charity which offers a warm Welsh welcome to refugees and asylum seekers.

Cath keeps busy sharing stories in schools, libraries, museums, castles, cafes and fields. She has performed at clubs and festivals across Britain and Ireland.

www.cathlittle.co.uk

Curated & Hosted by:

Lena Schattenherz Heide-Brennand is a Norwegian lecturer with a master degree in language, culture and literature from the University of Oslo and Linnaeus University. She has been lecturing and teaching various subjects since 1998. Her field of interest and main focus has always been topics that others have considered strange, eccentric and eerie, and she has specialised in a variety of dark subjects linked to folklore, mythology and Victorian traditions and medicine. Her students often point out her thorough knowledge about the subjects she is teaching, in addition to her charismatic appearance. She refers to herself as a performance lecturer and always gives her audience an outstanding experience

don’t worry if you miss it – we will send you a recording valid for two weeks the next day

Gleaming in the Dark: Gemstones as Magic Devices with Carlotta Gonzi LIVE

Please note this is NOT a ZOOM Lecture but an in person lecture, tickets include a complimentary glass of Devil’s Botany Absinthe.

Doors open at 6:30pm and talk starts at 7pm

‘Gleaming in the Dark: Gemstones as Magic Devices’

Carlotta Gonzi, The Warburg Institute

Belief in the occult powers and alleged virtues of gemstones was an accepted part of the Medieval and Renaissance understanding of the world. Well-known lapidary and philosophy texts, magic treatises, letters and chronicles testify to the awareness of the influence that gems were thought to exert on human beings and natural phenomena. In this talk we will take a closer look at the talismanic, symbolic and magic functions of a few emblematic stones which were exploited for people’s own gains and needs. For instance, gems were sought after and employed to get in someone’s good graces or to make someone fall in love (as well as their opposites), to increase or inhibit human abilities, or to make contact with other dimensions.

Carlotta Gonzi is a doctoral student at the Warburg Institute in London. In her PhD project ‘The Sparkle in the Period Eye. Gemstones and their Cultural Connotations in Northern Italian Renaissance Courts’, Carlotta focuses on the acquisition and employment of gemstones during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries at the courts of Ferrara, Mantua and Milan. She seeks to reconstruct the ‘period eye’ for looking at precious stones, aiming to shed new light on their trade, and particularly their cultural connotations and the significance of their representation in art. Carlotta’s academic interests span from Renaissance material culture and art to the history of magic, medicine and astrology.

THE SEASON OF THE WITCH

This event is part of The Last Tuesday Society’s Season of the Witch series of lectures & workshops running in conjunction with our autumn/winter exhibition. For a full list of events in The Season of the Witch, please see https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/the-season-of-the-witch-3426299

Devil’s Botany is the UK’s first absinthe distillery, founded by Directors of The Last Tuesday Society’s Absinthe Parlour & Cocktail Bar. Celebrating spirit’s connection to art, literature, magic & mixology, Devil’s Botany is unleashing the future of absinthe with bold expressions for the adventurous drinkers of today.

The venue opens at 18:30. Doors will close at 19:00 to avoid disrupting the speaker. We kindly ask that all guests arrive before 19:00. Refunds are not possible for in person events with less than seven days notice in any circumstances.

 

 

Mythical Creatures in Slavic Folklore part 2 – Lena Heide-Brennand

Mythical Creatures in Slavic Folklore part 2

Exploring once again the Enchanted World of Slavic Mythical Creatures. Prepare to be enthralled once again as we delve deeper into the enchanted world of Slavic mythology in this highly anticipated follow-up lecture. Discover the enigmatic creatures that roam the folklore of Eastern Europe, from the elusive Domovoi to the mesmerizing Rusalka and the mighty Zmey. Building on our previous exploration, we’ll unveil new layers of symbolism, cultural significance, and the timeless allure of these mystical beings. Join us for an evening of captivating stories, stunning visuals, and profound insights that will transport you to the heart of Slavic legend. Don’t miss this opportunity to continue your journey into the realm of the spine chilling slavic myths.

Bio:

Lena Schattenherz Heide-Brennand is a Norwegian lecturer with a master degree in language, culture and literature from the University of Oslo and Linnaeus University. She has been lecturing and teaching various subjects since 1998. Her field of interest and main focus has always been topics that others have considered strange, eccentric and eerie, and she has specialised in a variety of dark subjects linked to folklore, mythology and Victorian traditions and medicine. Her students often point out her thorough knowledge about the subjects she is teaching, in addition to her charismatic appearance. She refers to herself as a performance lecturer and always gives her audience an outstanding experience

don’t worry if you miss it – we will send you a recording valid for two weeks the next day

Scandinavian Witchcraft and Sàmi Druidry – Lena Heide-Brennand

Scandinavian Witchcraft and Sàmi Druidry

Are you ready for a spellbinding exploration into the mystical world of Sàmi shamanic druidry and the ancient spiritual practices of the noaidis, the revered shamans of the far arctic north? Discover the deep-rooted shamanism that shaped the indigenous Sàmi people’s connection to nature, their powerful rituals, and the sacred magic they used to heal, protect, and communicate with the spirit world. This captivating talk will also delve into the dark history of persecution, when these mystics were brutally tortured and executed for their beliefs during Europe’s infamous witch hunts, and how their traditions were nearly erased by colonial and religious oppression.

Prepare to be enchanted by tales of spiritual resilience, ancient rituals, and the mystical legacy that still lingers today in the Arctic.

Bio:

Lena Schattenherz Heide-Brennand is a Norwegian lecturer with a master degree in language, culture and literature from the University of Oslo and Linnaeus University. She has been lecturing and teaching various subjects since 1998. Her field of interest and main focus has always been topics that others have considered strange, eccentric and eerie, and she has specialised in a variety of dark subjects linked to folklore, mythology and Victorian traditions and medicine. Her students often point out her thorough knowledge about the subjects she is teaching, in addition to her charismatic appearance. She refers to herself as a performance lecturer and always gives her audience an outstanding experience

don’t worry if you miss it – we will send you a recording valid for two weeks the next day

Poppet Workshop with Lucya Starza – LIVE

 

Please note this is NOT a ZOOM event but an in person workshop at our museum – tickets include a complimentary glass of Devil’s Botany Absinthe

The Last Tuesday Society is delighted to invite Lucya Starza to host an in-person poppet making workshop at our most curious venue.

This live workshop offers the chance to make a magical poppet for protection and take part in a witchcraft ritual to enchant it for its purpose. Running as part of the events programme alongside Viktor Wynd’s exhibition on poppets, this is a chance to learn more about how they are made and used. Historically effigies and dolls have long been an important part of sympathetic magic to help, heal or harm. Their human-like form adding to their effectiveness whether doing a spell for yourself or to affect another individual. This hands-on class covers the theory, practice and a little history of the subject of magical dolls. All materials and instructions are provided and everyone at the workshop will be able to take home their own protection poppet.

About Lucya Starza

Lucya Starza is an eclectic witch living in London, England. As well as being a Wiccan and having a long-standing interest in traditional witchcraft, she grew up in a family where folk magic practices were part of everyday life. She writes A Bad Witch’s Blog at www.badwitch.co.uk and is the author of Pagan Portals – Poppets and Magical Dolls as well as other books published by Moon Books on candle magic, scrying, guided visualisations and the Wheel of the Year.

Devil’s Botany is London’s first absinthe distillery, founded by Directors of The Last Tuesday Society’s Absinthe Parlour & Cocktail Bar.

Herbal Astrology: Magick Candle-Making Workshop & Cocktails – LIVE

Devil’s Botany invites you to channel the powers of nature in a magick candle-making workshop at The Last Tuesday Society. Discover the secrets of magical botany as you create your very own naturally and supernaturally botanical candle.

Learn the art of herbal astrology and candle-making while sipping on Devil’s Botany cocktails. Guests will be guided through the candle-making process from start to finish, harnessing the magical properties of botanicals in their own unique fragrance blend of enchanted essential oils and dried botanicals.

Tickets include a Devil’s Botany London Absinthe cocktail upon arrival & admission to the Viktor Wynd Museum of Curiosities.

Guests will each take home their own finished candle with a personalised botanical fragrance at the end of the workshop.

Event suitable for ages 18+ only.

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About the Host

Allison Crawbuck and Rhys Everett have always shared a passion for unearthing curious tales and rendering them in liquid form. The duo are co-owners of The Last Tuesday Society’s cocktail bar in East London, transforming Hackney’s best-kept secret into the city’s favourite Absinthe Parlour. In 2019, it was voted the Best Bar in London at the 7th annual Design My Night Awards by a public vote of over 180,000 Londoners, and in 2020, their absinthe menu was shortlisted for Imbibe’s Specialist List of the Year.

In January 2021, Allison Crawbuck and Rhys Everett launched London’s first Absinthe distillery: Devil’s Botany located in the city’s east end. They are also authors of Spirits of the Otherworld: A Grimoire of Occult Cocktails & Drinking Rituals, published by Prestel/RandomHouse (Sep 2021 | ISBN 9783791387147).

Refund Policy: Refunds for in-person events are only possible up to 7 days prior to the event date.

Devil’s Botany is the UK’s first absinthe distillery, founded by Directors of The Last Tuesday Society’s Absinthe Parlour & Cocktail Bar. Celebrating spirit’s connection to art, literature, magic & mixology, Devil’s Botany is unleashing the future of absinthe with bold expressions for the adventurous drinkers of today.

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