The Cult of Gloriana: Art, Music And Politics at the Court of the Virgin Queen
Presented by Mark Cottle
Elizabeth I was the most remarkable woman of a remarkable age. Her reign was one of the great creative periods of English history – literature, music, art, architecture and overseas exploration all reached unprecedented heights. With reference to architecture and gardens, this lecture will focus chiefly on the portraits, miniatures and music of Elizabeth’s court. The aim is to demonstrate great levels of artistic achievement and to interpret ideas and assumptions to recreate something of the energy, spirit, and confidence of this Golden Age.
Dates and Locations
Monday 10 August 2026 Mudgee (NSW)
Thursday 27 August 2026 Paddington (NSW)
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The Cult of Gloriana: Art, Music And Politics at the Court of the Virgin Queen
Presented by Mark Cottle
Elizabeth I was the most remarkable woman of a remarkable age. Her reign was one of the great creative periods of English history – literature, music, art, architecture and overseas exploration all reached unprecedented heights. With reference to architecture and gardens, this lecture will focus chiefly on the portraits, miniatures and music of Elizabeth’s court. The aim is to demonstrate great levels of artistic achievement and to interpret ideas and assumptions to recreate something of the energy, spirit, and confidence of this Golden Age.
Dates and Locations
Monday 10 August 2026 Mudgee (NSW)
Thursday 27 August 2026 Paddington (NSW)
Click on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.