This dynamic, multi-media day school will explore the evolution of popular culture from the 1950s to the present day. We will examine popular culture across a range of media, including film, television, music, art, advertising, photography and social media.
Popular culture is an integral part of our daily lives, and it often reflects and shapes our societal values and beliefs. From music and film to literature and social media, popular culture has undergone significant changes over the past seven decades in the UK, and we will explore these changes during this day school. We will examine the major cultural, political and social events that have influenced popular culture and how it has shaped our understanding of the world around us.
The day will be ideal for anyone interested in the evolution of the cultural landscape of the past 75 years, and will require no prior expertise in the area. The six themed lectures will focus on the Fifties, Sixties, Seventies, Eighties, Nineties and Noughties and beyond, examining the significant historical, cultural and news moments of each decade. From the rise of television to the advent of social media, this event will provide a comprehensive understanding of the many ways in which popular culture has shaped, and has been shaped, by the changing world around us.
Please note: this event will close to enrolments at 23:59 UTC on 8 January 2024.