Andrew Gill , a magic lantern showman transports us back to Victorian England with a presentation of his authentic Victorian magic lantern.
The show uses an original magic lantern (the predecessor of the modern slide projector) and glass slides This show features recently discovered images of ancient Egypt
With Dr Joanne Backhouse
Image Credit : Magic lantern slide of an imaginary Ancient Egyptian scene. Washington State History Museum, item C1975.26.18g
Part of our Evening Talks Programme. Evening talks are for members, for the Magic Lantern show non-members are welcome for a fee of £10 on the door. If you are interested in becoming a member in aid of The Atkinson’s Development Trust, please click here.