All About Eggs
Baroness Cassandra Boell von Bayer
Thu Jan 15, 07-09:00pm, 2-135
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Prereq: None.
We think of eggs mainly as a breakfast food, but eggs have been used in countless ways in food, in art, and in other parts of life throughout the centuries. Come learn about all the ways eggs were used in the Middle Ages in Renaissance, with myriad examples shown.
Contact: Baroness Cassandra Boell von Bayer, sca-eggs@mit.edu
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Flirting for the Four Temperments
Master Christian Lansinger von Jaueregk
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Participants welcome at individual sessions (series)
Prereq: None.
Using the model of the four classical humours (a medical paradigm first described in ancient Greek writings, then embellished during the Renaissance), the instructor will provide flirting tips for your particular temperament; each session focuses on a different temperment. Note: this is not a class on seduction, but rather on the art of making others feel attractive.
Contact: Master Christian Lansinger von Jaueregk, flirting@mit.edu
Flirting for the Melancholy
Master Christian Lansinger von Jaueregk
Flirting tips for when your temperament is cool and dry.
Tue Jan 20, 07-08:00pm, 1-150
Flirting for the Phlegmatic
Master Christian Lansinger von Jaueregk
Flirting tips for when your temperament is cool and moist.
Thu Jan 22, 07-08:00pm, 1-150
Flirting for the Sanguine
Master Christian Lansinger von Jaueregk
Flirting tips for when your temperament is hot and moist.
Tue Jan 27, 07-08:00pm, 1-150
Flirting for the Choleric
Master Christian Lansinger von Jaueregk
Flirting tips for when your temperament is hot and dry.
Thu Jan 29, 07-08:00pm, 1-150
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Introduction to Commedia dell'Arte
Rhonwen glyn Conwy
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Participants welcome at individual sessions (series)
Prereq: No experience necessary.
Think improv is something new? Commedia dell'Arte is a form of Italian improvisational comedy dating back to the Renaissance that is still hilarious today. Try your hand at it with the guidance of i Sebastiani, the Greatest Commedia dell'Arte Troupe in the Entire World! No theatre or improv experience necessary. The three sessions will build on each other, but you do not have to take all three, nor do you need to have been at the first to attend the others.
Contact: Rhonwen glyn Conwy, isebastiani@mit.edu
What the Heck is Commedia dell'Arte?: Meet the Characters
Rhonwen glyn Conwy
Tue Jan 6, 07-09:00pm, 36-153
Who Are These Crazy People?: Stock Characters and Scene Work
Rhonwen glyn Conwy
Tue Jan 13, 07-09:00pm, 36-153
Kissing and Other Forms of Stage Combat: Physical Comedy
Rhonwen glyn Conwy
Tue Jan 20, 07-09:00pm, 36-153
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Introduction to Fiber Arts and Fingerloop Braiding
Lady Rosina von Schaffhausen, Lord Hugh Tauerner
Tue Jan 6, 07-09:00pm, 1-150
Enrollment limited: first come, first served
Limited to 20 participants.
Single session event
Prereq: No experience necessary.
Fee: 1.00 for materials to make something to take home.
Before someone built a machine for making shoelaces, someone had to make them by hand. Fingerloop braids in the medieval period were used for lacing up clothing, purse strings, and the edging of mesh hairnets. In this hands-on class you will learn how to make a basic 5 loop braid. We'll also give an overview of other Medieval fiber arts, including spinning, knitting, tablet weaving, and basic embroidery.
Kits will be available to try fingerloop braiding ($1) and drop spinning ($10), though you may attend without purchasing a kit.
Contact: Lady Rosina von Schaffhausen, fiber-arts@mit.edu
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Introduction to Middle Eastern Dance
Serene
Thu Jan 22, 06:30-09:00pm, 1640 Cambridge St
No limit but advance sign up required (see contact below)
Single session event
Prereq: No experience necessary.
Fee: 3.00 for War Memorial entrance fee
Middle Eastern dance ("belly dancing") is a dynamic form of dance that goes back a thousand years. Learn basic Middle Eastern dance skills and steps, and get exercise while you're at it. Bring non-marking shoes if you can.
This event takes place at the Cambridge War Memorial in Harvard Square starting at 7. I'll be leaving from the Kendall Square T stop at 6:30. RSVP so I know to look for you at either the Kendall Square or Harvard Square T stops, and we can walk to the War Memorial together.
Contact: Kihou, kihou@mit.edu
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Introduction to Rapier Combat
Captain Anssem van Rienen
Thu Jan 22, 06:30-09:00pm, 1640 Cambridge St
No limit but advance sign up required (see contact below)
Single session event
Prereq: No experience necessary.
Fee: 3.00 for War Memorial entrance fee
The art of the rapier originated as a highly practical form of self defense vastly different from modern fencing's artificial limitations and flimsy foils. We use traditional German-style schlager blades, basically unsharpened metal swords. Learn how to use them to fight with your friends safely. Equipment is provided, but please bring an athletic cup and non-marking shoes if you can.
This event takes place at the Cambridge War Memorial in Harvard Square starting at 7. I'll be leaving from the Kendall Square T stop at 6:30. RSVP so I know to look for you at either the Kendall Square or Harvard Square T stops, and we can walk to the War Memorial together.
Contact: Kihou, kihou@mit.edu
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Mayan Epigraphy
Xanalkak Ka'at'witz
Tue Jan 20, 08-10:00pm, 1-150
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Prereq: No experience necessary.
The ancient Mayan language was finally deciphered within the last few decades. It is as intricate and fascinating as ancient Egyptian. Interested? A short workshop on how Mayan words are formed, how glyphs are drawn, and how to write your name or whatever else you want in Mayan hieroglyphics.
Contact: Xanalkak Ka'at'witz, xanalkak@mit.edu
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Medieval and Renaissance Dance
Master Justin du Couer
Wed Jan 7, 14, 21, 07:30-09:30pm, 36-112
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Participants welcome at individual sessions (series)
Prereq: No experience necessary.
Come learn and practice the social dances we do at balls in the Society for Creative Anachronism. The dances are varied—slow and stately to energetic, simple to moderately complex, some done with partners and some without. Styles range from English country dances to Renaissance Italian to many other parts of Medieval Europe. Dance practice is also an ongoing social gathering which offers a good place to meet people get information about other activities. We recommend flat shoes (light sneakers, loafers, or dance shoes) and a willingness to have a good time.
Contact: Master Justin du Couer, dance-guildhead@mit.edu
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Obsidian and Flint Knapping
Xanalkak Ka'at'witz
Tue Jan 13, 07-09:00pm, 1-150
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Prereq: No experience necessary.
Ever been impressed by a stone arrowhead or knife-blade? Ever wanted to know how it was done? A brief history of stone tool and weapon making, as much instruction as you need to make and take home your own arrowhead or spear-point.
Contact: Xanalkak Ka'at'witz, xanalkak@mit.edu
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The History Of and Behind Henry V
Kali Harlansson, Vissevald Selkirksson, Catrin o'r Rhyd For, Alessandro the Storyteller
Sun Jan 25, 01-05:00pm, 4-231
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Prereq: None.
Join us for a fun and varied symposium focused on the history of and behind Shakespeare's play Henry V.
Topics include:- The reigns of Henry V and his father, Henry IV, especially on the domestic front
- The pageantry and spectacle that the City of London put on to welcome Henry home and celebrate his triumph at Agincourt.
- Pistol, Bardolph, & Co., and the close relationship (think: "revolving door") between organized crime and the lower ranks of the army.
- The Hundred Years' War, Henry's claim to the crown of France, and the advent of Joan of Arc.
Whether you're interested in the play or just keen on Medieval England, I hope you join us for a fun afternoon.
Contact: Kali Harlansson, henry-v@mit.edu
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The Quire of Carolingia: Medieval Choral Music
Lady Eowyn Eilonwy of Alewife Brooke
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Participants welcome at individual sessions (series)
Prereq: No experience necessary.
Come sing with us from a varied selection of Medieval and Renaissance songs. Open to all interested in singing pre-1600, mixed-ensemble, a capella music. Ability to read music is helpful but not required. Music is provided.
Contact: Lady Eowyn Eilonwy of Alewife Brooke, quire@mit.edu
Yuletide Music
Lady Eowyn Eilonwy of Alewife Brooke
Twelfth Night was only last week, so we'll take one more swing through seasonal music from several times and places.
Mon Jan 12, 08:30-10:00pm, 36-112
Drinking Songs and Other Diversions
Lady Eowyn Eilonwy of Alewife Brooke
When you're drinking with friends, what pleasanter way to round out the time than to sing together? If you are presently lacking drink, you can sing about what it would be like. And if you're too young to drink yet,
you can practice for later. Learn several suitable songs for belting out in such circumstances. (NB: This activity does not involve any actual alcohol.)
Mon Jan 19, 08:30-10:00pm, 36-112
Madrigals and Similar Lovelorn Laments
Lady Eowyn Eilonwy of Alewife Brooke
Think you have romantic troubles? So did the Renaissance English and Italians—as they explained at length and in exquisite harmony. Join us to emulate them.
Mon Jan 26, 08:30-10:00pm, 36-112
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The Waytes of Carolingia: Medieval Dance Music
Herr Udalrich Schermer
Mon Jan 12, 19, 26, 07-08:30pm, 36-112
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Participants welcome at individual sessions (series)
Prereq: No experience necessary.
Come learn how they really used to play it! The Waytes is open to all interested in playing pre-1600 music, especially dance music, in a broken (mixed-instrument) ensemble. Members are expected to have their own instruments and to know, at least basically, how to play them—although some loaner instruments and lessons may be arrangeable. Music is provided.
Contact: Herr Udalrich Schermer, waytes@mit.edu
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