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An Occult Avantgarde: Maya Deren And Kenneth Anger – Magic, Sexuality, Gender And Transcendence

30 Nov 2023

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Thu, 30 Nov
18:00 – 19:30

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Professor Judith Noble will discuss the occult philosophies that were a central element of the work of Maya Deren and Kenneth Anger, and the ways in which these influenced their filmmaking.

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We are pleased to announce the second in the series of Arts University Plymouth’s Professorial events and lectures.

Professor Judith Noble will present 'An Occult Avantgarde: Maya Deren and Kenneth Anger – magic, sexuality, gender and transcendence', a talk discussing the occult philosophies that were a central element of the work of Maya Deren and Kenneth Anger, and the ways in which these influenced their filmmaking.

Taking place in person at Plymouth Arts Cinema, at Arts University Plymouth, the talk will also be live streamed for those who cannot attend in person. If you want to attend virtually please select the Live Stream ticket when you book. A small drinks reception will be held for in-person attendees between 6pm - 6:30pm. After the lecture, Plymouth Arts Cinema will be screening 'Performance', a film specially selected by Judith Noble which features a young Mick Jagger. If you would like to stay on to watch the film, please book your tickets here.

What: An Occult Avantgarde: Maya Deren and Kenneth Anger – magic, sexuality, gender and transcendence
When: Thursday 30 November 2023 from 6pm (lecture commences at 6:30pm)
Where: Plymouth Arts Cinema, Arts University Plymouth, Tavistock Place, PL4 8AT

All virtual and in-person attendance must be pre-booked. Please book early to avoid disappointment. 

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