Join us for a one-day, in-person conference to explore the unruly elements of early modern masque. The conference will bring together scholars and practitioners of early modern literature, dance, history, fashion and music to interrogate the disturbing elements of court entertainment.
The day will conclude with a recital of lute song and music based around the structure and narrative of masques by Dowland's Foundry.
Speakers:
- Alison Findlay, Lancaster University
- Barbara Ravelhofer, Durham University
- Emma Whipday, Newcastle University
- Anne Daye, The Historical Dance Society
- Harry McCarthy, University of Southern California
- Susan North, Head of Collections for Fashion 1550-1800, V&A
- Frances Eastwood, Christ's College Cambridge
Booking will open on 27 August 2027. Cost £15 for the whole day, £5 for the recital only.
Banner Image: Inigo Jones, costume design ‘Satyrs’, Ben Jonson, Oberon (1611) © Devonshire Collection, Chatsworth.