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- City Lit at the BFI: Italian Neo-Realism - The cinema of everyday lifeCourse start date: Wed 8 May 2024
Location on this date: BFI Southbank
Tutors: Paul SuttonThe filmmakers associated with Italian Neorealism are celebrated for their commitment to representing post-World War 2 Italy as realistically as possible and their influence has been significant. In this 6-week course, Dr Paul Sutton will examine the richness of this ‘movement’ and consider the reasons for its enduring legacy, while countering some of the myths that have grown up around it on the way.
Please note that this course takes place in The Studio at the BFI Southbank.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £97.00 - Classics DayCourse start date: Sat 15 Jun 2024
Location on this date: The British Museum
City Lit and the British Museum present the annual Classics Day, offering a day of lectures celebrating war and peace in the ancient world. This year’s inspiration is the major exhibition "Legion: Life in the Roman army". Anyone with a love of the classics is welcome. No previous knowledge required. - Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphs: an introduction for beginners at the British MuseumCourse start date: Fri 12 Apr 2024
Location on this date: The British Museum
Tutors: Hugo CookThis four-week course delves into the written words and thoughts of the ancient Egyptians. Students will gain a foundation in the iconic writing of hieroglyphs, putting their newfound skills into practice by reading original texts from British Museum artefacts. This is a truly fascinating and intricate language, and it offers its readers the ability to understand the lost voices of one of history’s most remarkable civilisations. The class will be held at the British Museum.Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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