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SUMMARY:Zoom | History of London Theatres Virtual Tour
DESCRIPTION:History of London Theatres\nZoom Live Meeting \nTuesday\, October  22 | 2:00 p.m. ET \nThe entire world is a stage in London theatreland! Competing with New York City as the greatest place to see theatre in the English-speaking world\, London offers a rich and varied theatrical experience. Stephen Benton will guide us on a digital journey through the history and splendor of theatrical London. Travel back to the 16th century and explore the world of Shakespeare’s playhouses\, learning why these iconic buildings no longer stand. Discover historic playhouses over 200 years old\, iconic Victorian palaces of marble and gilt\, sleek Art Deco buildings\, stark mid-20th-century concrete theatres\, and the most cutting-edge 21st-century venues. Each theatre has its own fabulous stories and unique charm. With around 45 West End theatres and countless smaller venues\, London boasts an impressive array of theatrical options. At any given time\, you can find around 25 different musicals\, including the world’s longest-running musical\, “Les Misérables\,” which first opened in 1985 and has performed over 15\,000 shows with no signs of closing. Even more enduring is “The Mousetrap\,” which opened in 1952 and has played nearly 30\,000 performances\, continuing its record-breaking run. Join Stephen Benton and tread the \nboards in London’s theatreland\, experiencing the magic and history of one of the world’s most vibrant theatrical landscapes. \n\nTickets: $30 Members*; $40 Non-Members \n*Membership discount applied automatically when logged into your Royal-Oak.org account
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/zoom-history-of-london-theatres-virtual-tour/
LOCATION:Zoom Live\, Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Zoom,Online Tour
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SUMMARY:NYC | British Consorts: From the Complicated to the Controversial with Carol Ann Lloyd
DESCRIPTION:The relationship between a royal consort and a reigning monarch can be complicated. While consorts of British monarchs have no constitutional status or power\, many have had significant political influence and supported the sovereign in his or her duties. Historian Carol Ann Lloyd will provide an in-depth exploration of some of Britain’s most legendary royal couples\, focusing on the dramatic challenges they faced in balancing their marriages with their singular roles as rulers. In the 12th century\, the relationship between Eleanor of Aquitaine\, Queen Consort\, and King Henry II was notably turbulent. Their relationship was marked by Eleanor’s attempts to undermine Henry’s reign\, and his subsequent retaliation imprisoning his wife. During the mid-15th century\, Marguerite of Anjou’s efforts to secure the reign of Henry VI led her to become one of the most despised royal consorts in history. Some foreign-born consorts did not try to assimilate into English society after their marriage\, causing devastating political consequences. For example\, during the 17th century\, Queen Henrietta Maria’s lifestyle choices led to the trial and execution of her husband\, King Charles I. Behind the scenes\, some consorts were either forced to act as the de facto British ruler\, such as Queen Charlotte during George III’s unsteady reign\, while others were literally locked out by their King husbands\, such as Queen Caroline and George IV. In her lecture\, Ms. Lloyd will also highlight the male consorts who had to navigate the dual role of husband while they were subject to their reigning queen wives. For example\, Prince Albert could never become King consort\, as his gender would have led him to outrank his wife\, Queen Victoria. Finally\, Ms. Lloyd will discuss the influence of more modern consorts (or would have been consorts)\, including the significant impact of Wallis Simpson on King Edward VIII’s reign\, as well as the complex situation that Prince Philip created for Queen Elizabeth II. \nCarol Ann Lloyd\, Historian and Lecturer \nCarol Ann Lloyd is a popular speaker who shares the stories of Shakespeare and English history. She is the former Manager of Visitor Education at Folger Shakespeare Library\, where she gave workshops and tours about Shakespeare and Early Modern England. Carol Ann has presented programs at the Smithsonian\, Folger Shakespeare Library\, Agecroft Hall\, and TEDx\, among other venues. Ms. Lloyd is a member of the National Speakers Association. \n\n\nTickets: $35 members*; $45 non-members \n*Membership discount applied automatically when logged into your Royal-Oak.org account
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/nyc-british-consorts-from-the-complicated-to-the-controversial-with-carol-ann-lloyd/
LOCATION:The General Society Library\, 20 W. 44th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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SUMMARY:Zoom | Alleys and Lanes of Hampstead Virtual Tour
DESCRIPTION:Alleys and Lanes of Hampstead\nZoom Live  \nTuesday\, October 29 | 3:00 p.m. ET \nHampstead Heath ponds \nJoin us on an immersive virtual tour through the charming and intricate network of alleys and lanes in the heart of old Hampstead. Discover how this picturesque village evolved from a fashionable 18th-century spa into a thriving community with vibrant social amenities in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Experience Hampstead’s rich history as we explore its historic houses\, quaint cottages\, notable monuments\, and significant institutions. Virtually wander through the scenic lanes and uncover the stories behind each corner. From the comfort of your home\, enjoy a fully accessible tour that brings the essence of Hampstead to life. Our guide\, Marilyn Greene\, is a former curator of Hampstead Museum with many years of experience researching the history and streets of this beloved area. She will share fascinating anecdotes and insights about the places and people who have shaped Hampstead over the centuries. \nTickets: $30 Members*; $40 Non-Members \n*Membership discount applied automatically when logged into your Royal-Oak.org account
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/zoom-alleys-and-lanes-of-hampstead-virtual-tour/
LOCATION:Zoom Live\, Zoom\, United States
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SUMMARY:Zoom | Mrs. Greville at Polesden Lacey with Alice Strickland & Anna Vesaluoma
DESCRIPTION:Margaret Anderson\, The Hon. Mrs Ronald Greville DBE (1863-1942) by Emile-Auguste Carolus-Duran (Lille 1838 – Paris 1917) Portrait of The Hon. Mrs Ronald Greville East front of Polesden Lacey\, Surrey by Emile-Auguste Carolus-Duran ©National Trust Images/James Dobson \nMargaret Greville (1863-1942) was a wealthy heiress and a member of the aristocracy through her marriage to the Hon. Ronald Greville\, the heir of an old political dynasty. Following her marriage\, Margaret entered the glamorous social set that surrounded the Prince of Wales\, the future King Edward VII\, who commented on her ‘positive genius for hospitality.’ Margaret’s money and position was a powerful combination in Edwardian Britain\, and while she was a successful hostess\, Margaret was also a significant collector. Polesden Lacey in Surrey now houses the extraordinary collection Margaret created for both her London townhouse and her country estate. At both residences she worked with the interior decorators Mèwes and Davis and White\, Allom & Company to create lavish interiors for the display of her collection. Margaret’s objets d’art collection included carvings by Cartier and Fabergé and provided a dazzling display for her guests and visitors. Once Margaret came into her inheritance in 1913\, she complemented her father’s collection of Dutch 17th century paintings with the addition of Italian Medieval and Renaissance religious works and European and British portraits. In 1942\, Margaret Greville bequeathed Polesden Lacey to the National Trust ‘for the largest number of people to have enjoyment thereof\,’ anticipating that her collections would be combined ‘to form a Picture and Art Gallery’. The life-size portrait of \nFront of Polesden Lacey\, Surrey \nLady Greville\, by society portraitist Emile-August Carolus-Duran (1838- 1917)\, was recently returned to Polesden Lacey in 2024 following conservation at The Royal Oak Foundation Conservation Studio at Knole. Dr Alice Strickland\, a curator for the NT in London and the South East\, will speak about Lady Greville and her life at Polesden Lacey while Anna Vesaluoma\, a Paintings Conservator for the NT\, will delve into the meticulous conservation of this painting and the incredible results. Now re-displayed at Poleden Lacey in its rightful place on the loggia staircase\, the portrait remains a record and symbol of Greville’s incredible legacy. \nAnna Vesalouma \nAnna Vesalouma is a Paintings Conservator for the National Trust\, based at the Royal Oak Foundation Conservation Studio on the property of Knole House\, Kent. During her time at the ROF Conservation Studio\, Anna has treated a wide range of paintings from across National Trust properties\, including works by Carolus-Duran\, John Singer Sargent\, George Romney and Melchior D’Hondecoeter. Before joining the Trust\, Anna worked two years as a painting conservation fellow at the Yale University Art Gallery\, in New Haven\, Connecticut\, where she focused on the conservation of American paintings. She holds a postgraduate degree in the Conservation of Easel Paintings from the Courtauld Institute of Art\, London\, and a BA (Hons) in Painting from the University of Edinburgh. \nDr Alice Strickland \n Dr. Alice Strickland is a curator for the National Trust in London and the South East. Her doctorate considered British women artists of the Second World War and she was awarded a Paul Mellon research grant for a publication on women artists of the First World War. Her publications include contributions to Laura Knight a Celebration (Penlee exhibition catalogue\, 2021) and Learning from the Masters (Ashgate\, 2013). Her book Laura Knight 2019) forms part of a series on Modern Women Artists published by Eiderdown Books. \n\nTickets: $15 members*; $25 non-members \n*Membership discount applied automatically when logged into your Royal-Oak.org account
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/zoom-mrs-greville-at-polesden-lacey-with-alice-strickland-anna-vesaluoma/
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