The Making of Medusa: Why does she haunt popular art & culture?
Arts & Culture

The Making of Medusa: Why does she haunt popular art & culture?

What it is

A talk by Dr. Natalie Lawrence traces Medusa's long history, from protective guardian to monster, at Hen & Chicken, Southville, on 8 December.

This talk follows Medusa's change from a protective figure on pottery, shields and thresholds into a monster and then a victim.

The talk is at Hen & Chicken, 210 North Street, Southville, on Tuesday 8 December 2026.

Questions

When does The Making of Medusa: Why does she haunt popular art & culture? start and end?

The Making of Medusa: Why does she haunt popular art & culture? runs Tuesday, 8 December 2026, 19:00 until 21:30.

Where is The Making of Medusa: Why does she haunt popular art & culture??

The Making of Medusa: Why does she haunt popular art & culture? takes place at Hen & Chicken Bristol, 210 North St, Southville Bristol, Bristol.

How much are tickets for The Making of Medusa: Why does she haunt popular art & culture??

Tickets for The Making of Medusa: Why does she haunt popular art & culture? cost from £13 on the official ticket shop.

Is there an age limit?

Yes, this talk is **16+**.

How do I book?

Book through the registration page: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-making-of-medusa-why-does-she-haunt-popular-art-culture-tickets-2002703410813

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