Thackray Lates: Grave Expectations – Gothic Fiction Unmasked
Turn the page this Hallowe’en and reveal a world of monsters and medicine.
Thackray Lates is back for a novel night out, exploring the sinister and the scientific in your favourite gothic stories.
What can tales of mystery and the macabre tell us about the history of health? What happens when science oversteps its limits? Who are the real monsters?
Sink your fangs into fascinating talks from expert speakers, close-up anatomy demonstrations, creepy crafts, tarot readings and plenty of deliciously dark discoveries. Expect a healthy dose of horror, a killer line-up of activities and a few surprises lurking in the shadows. Plus, a live DJ set and a bar serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks all night long.
Come dressed as your favourite scary or spooky gothic character and join us for a night of eerie entertainment, curious science and monstrous fun!
Keep an eye out for the full programme, it’s to die for…
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