Mary Beard, Talking Classics: The Shock of the Old'

Whats exciting about a piece of bread 4,000 years old? Or some pots of paint abandoned in the eruption at Pompeii? One of Britains best loved historians and presenters Mary Beard invites us to rediscover the ancient world in Talking Classics: The Shock of the Old, where surprising connections leap from ancient to modern.

With lively stories, curious facts and a lifetime of wisdom, she shows why the art, literature and lives of Greece and Rome still matter to our world today.

Join her for an irresistible and hugely entertaining celebration of the ancient world.

Chaired by Janina Ramirez.Purchase the brand new range of Gloucester History Festival merchandise when ordering your tickets and receive FREE postage and packing (valid until 12th April 2026).Accessibility Notice: All seats in rows Q-Y are tiered seating and are accessible only via stairs.