A. L. Lloyd and Australian folklore
This History Week, Sutherland Shire Libraries will host Mark Gregory as he explores the life of A. L. Lloyd and Australian folk music: Mon 4 Sept.
Mozart and ‘The Doll’: the Elizabethan Theatre Trust and the Institutionalisation of Cultural Hierarchy
This History Week, Sydney Mechanics’ School of Arts will host Richard Waterhouse to explore tensions between ‘high’ and ‘pop’ culture: Wed 6 Sep.
Popular Culture as Political Performance: The Meaning of Public Drinking in Colonial NSW
This History Week, Camden Library will host Matthew Allen for a look at the political performance of public drinking in colonial NSW: Sat 2 Sept.
Crime Pays: Crooks, History and Popular Culture
This History Week, Wollongong City Libraries will host Rachel Franks who will expose criminals from Australia’s history: Tues 5 Sept.
The Self-Made Surgeon
This History Week, Shoalhaven Libraries will host Pauline Conolly for an intimate look at the life and scandalous secret of Dr Victor Ratten: Tues 5 Sept.