Mythology - Next Steps-West Bridgford Library-Adult Learning

West Bridgford Library, West Bridgford

Date	5 - 19 November 2022
Sessions	Saturdays: 1pm - 3pm
No. sessions	3
Venue	West Bridgford Library, West Bridgford View venue details
For ages	19+
Group size	5 - 5
Cost	FREE - £18

About this course

In this unique study of two uses of Myth, we look at Mythology and Masks. Following on from an introduction to myth this course on English Mythology and Masks we will look at the myths of England and the uses of Mask in theatre, storytelling, ritual and celebration.

The mythology covered will include a look at King Arthur, Robin Hood, the Green to Brutus of Troy and more. Studying the myths and legends of England and what they may mean to us today, and how we can use them to develop an interest in the use of myth. Also, a look at Masks, and how they were used and used today.

What will be covered on the course?

The Romance and the Grail, the Arthur myth, from early Britain’s to William Blake and the green masks of Beltane come together for a mythical study we call English mythology.
We will look at actual Masks and how they have been used in theatre, celebrations and Rituals
There will be a practical exploration with reading material, short presentations, videos and discussion.

What will learners achieve by the end of the course?

1. To describe what English myths are

2. To explain what different types of characteristics we find in a English myth

3. To evaluate how masks and myths relate to theatre, ritual and celebration

What skills or knowledge do learners already need to have to attend the course?

An interest in the Myths of England

Booking your place and fee information

If you are in receipt of certain benefits you will be offered the course for free, however if you have a financial barrier which may prevent you from enrolling on the course please visit our webpage for further information https://www.inspireculture.org.uk/skills-learning/funding-your-courses/

To secure your place on the course BOTH the following must be done:

Complete the EVENTBRITE BOOKING.
Complete our INSPIRE ONLINE ENROLMENT FORM for each person attending the course.

You should be redirected to the Inspire Online Enrolment Form after completing the Eventbrite booking. If you are not redirected, please use the link supplied in the Eventbrite booking confirmation email.

To book and enrol on one of our courses, you must have been living in England and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years.

Some exceptions may apply if you are living in England with evidence of the right to remain and are from an EEU/EEAU country (completion of a questionnaire will be required).

As we no longer receive funding for our ESFA-funded courses for learners living in the devolved areas listed below, full cost fees would apply to these courses if you live in these areas: