The Healing Power of Dionysian celebrations
This session is part of the 2024 Mental Wealth Festival hosted by City Lit and partners.
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- Start Date: 08 Oct 2025End Date: 08 Oct 2025Wed (Daytime): 12:30 - 14:00In PersonFull fee £19.00 Senior fee £15.00 Concession £19.00
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What is the course about?
We will explore the Healing Power of Dionysian celebrations; dance, music, singing and Greek Tragedy: the path to emotional renewal and catharsis.
What will we cover?
The importance of Dionysian celebrations and theatre in dealing with trauma.
The reasons drama, music and dance were used as therapy in ancient Greek hospitals.
The importance of all kinds of art in ancient Greek society.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- recognise the importance of celebrating using art
- relate the Greek Mythology to psychology.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
No particular skill needed.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
This is an interactive class. You will be encouraged to participate.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Based on the tutor's own materials.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Any languages or Classics courses. Information available on the website.
This workshop is part of the 2024 Mental Wealth Festival hosted by City Lit and partners. For more information visit Mental Wealth Festival
Maria Contos has published many stories with mythical themes. She has also written and performed puppet shows and plays based on myths. She has adopted myths for television and theatre, teaches mythology and runs creative writing workshops. She also teaches languages.
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