Illustrated arts talk – BABYLON: ART AND LEGEND

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BABYLON: ART AND LEGEND

Presented by Sue Rollin

Babylon – the very name is evocative. Once one of the greatest cities in the ancient world, a vanished metropolis which lay deserted for over 2000 years, its history is bound up with myth and legend but has never been forgotten. Biblical accounts of the Tower of Babel, Daniel in the Lions’ Den, Belshazzar’s Feast, the Fall of Babylon, the Whore of Babylon, and classical references to the great walls and Hanging Gardens have inspired artists throughout the centuries. This talk also looks at the real Babylon, which has been explored and excavated since the 19th Century.

Sue Rollin lives in London and holds degrees in Near Eastern archaeology, South Asian studies and conference interpreting. She currently works as a freelance interpreter, lecturer and tour guide.

Arrivals from 6.30pm for a 7pm start

Cinema 1, The Crossing Theatre