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Lectures 2008-2009

The Greeks Rule! How the Greeks Shaped Our Perception of Ancient Egypt

Speaker: Dr. Steven B. Shubert, SSEA
Wednesday, July 16, 2008 | 7:00 pm
Room 323, 4 Bancroft Ave, Toronto, Ontario, Canada [MAP]

Our understanding of ancient Egypt has been shaped by a framework provided by such ancient Greek sources as Manetho, Plutarch, Diodorus and Herodotus. Steven B. Shubert has worked on archaeological digs in both Egypt and Greece and has studied both the ancient Egyptian and ancient Greek languages. In this lecture he will explore how and why much of our Egyptological vocabulary is derived from the work of ancient Greek historians. Come and examine the Greek origins of the Dynastic system, the names of gods, kings, cities, and many other terms integral to the study of Egyptology.

The third in the Toronto Chapter's new Summer Series of popular lectures free to members of The SSEA. A $5 fee is requested from non-members. Light refreshments will be served.

About The Speaker:

Dr. Shubert has doctorates in both Egyptology and Libary & Information Sciences. He also has had many years of experience digging in Egypt at both East Karnak and Mendes and is the author of numerous articles. Steven is currently on the Executive of the Toronto Chapter of the SSEA as a Lecture Series Coordinator and is a past Treasurer and Trustee of the Society.

Egyptian New Year's Party

Speaker: (none)
Saturday, July 26, 2008 | 7:00 pm
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Egyptian New Year's Party - Time and location to be announced

Oh, those Ptolemies! A Guide to achieving total dynastic decadence in 200 years or less

Speaker: Dr. Lyn Green, SSEA
Wednesday, August 20, 2008 | 7:00 pm
Room 323, 4 Bancroft Ave, Toronto, Ontario, Canada [MAP]

The Egypt of the Ptolemies was a vibrant multi-cultural society producing marvels of architecture and learning. The family of the Ptolemies, on the other hand, produced examples of inbreeding and infighting at which we can only marvel.

The last of the Toronto Chapter's 2008 Summer Series is free to members, but a $5 charge will be requested from non-members.

About The Speaker:

SSEA President Lyn Green got her doctorate for a dissertation on ancient Egyptian queens but has also taught Greek and Roman history. She loves the Ptolemies because they are one of the most entertaining families ever. She hopes people will be inspired by this lecture find out more about the Ptolemies by signing up for the Stratford Trip to see Caesar and Cleopatra.

Trip to Stratford Ont to see Shaw's Caesar and Cleopatra

Speaker: “Caesar and Cleopatra”
Starring Christopher Plummer as Caesar and Anika Noni Rose as Cleopa
Sunday, September 14, 2008 | 9:30 am
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The name ‘Cleopatra’ conjures images of a beautiful, intelligent, powerful woman. But was she alluring or abhorrent? Cunning or conniving? Illustrious or infamous? Join us for an exciting day trip in which we will explore the truth and lies regarding this extraordinary woman’s life and times.

Departing from Toronto we will journey to Stratford to see a performance of “Caesar and Cleopatra” by George Bernard Shaw at the Stratford Festival Theatre. Before the performance we will enjoy a buffet brunch and special lecture by Dr. Lyn Green about the historical Cleopatra.
$125 reserves your place on this grand adventure (Price includes all bus transportation, brunch, lecture, and theatre ticket - B Seats.) A deposit of $75 is required as soon as possible to reserve your place. Bring your deposit in person to any SSEA event or post it to the S.S.E.A. Office at P.O. Box 578, Postal Station P , Toronto, Ontario M5S 2T1. The balance of $50 must be received by AUGUST 1st 2008.

About The Speaker: “Caesar and Cleopatra”
Starring Tony Award-winning actors Christopher Plummer as Caesar and Anika Noni Rose as Cleopatra.

“Shaw’s legendary wit turns political drama into sparkling comedy when veteran strategist Julius Caesar becomes mentor to the enchanting teenage queen of Roman-occupied Egypt. Their first encounter under a desert moon will lead to a shift in the course of history, as Cleopatra gradually overcomes her timidity to become a determined player in the game of power politics.”

For more information on this production, visit Stratford Festival's Caesar and Cleopatra page

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