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THE GROWN UPS COLLECTION
MAGICAL TALKS AND SESSIONS FOR ADULTS
We offer a range of fascinating talks and sessions exclusively for adults (and young adults aged 14+). It could be for your local club or group or maybe a library session or musuem gathering. Whatever the occasion or setting our very own Professor Black can enthrall with tales of magic, myths, history and folklore!
SUPERSTITIONS
DO YOU BELIEVE?
Superstitions have been around for centuries and continue to appear in every day life. Join Professor Black as he looks at the most common superstitions, their origins and why we believe in them. Then share your stories with us about the traditions that you have to give you good luck or stop bad luck in it's tracks!
URBAN LEGENDS
IS THERE ANY TRUTH TO THE TALES?
Ever heard the story of the man with the hook? How about the lady that dried her dog in the microwave? Or the shadowy figure that sits in the back of your car?
Stories like these and hundreds of others have circulated for so long that they have become urban legends. Said to be true but have no basis in fact, these stories continue to fascinate us. Do you know any urban legends?
THE BOOK OF THE DEAD
A MATTER OF LIFE OR DEATH!
The Egyptian Book of the Dead is one of the most misunderstood and underestimated books in history. To the Ancient Egyptians it was a matter of life and death....literally!
Join Professor Black to find out about this fascinating book!
LOST LANDS
ARE THE STORIES TRUE?
Lost lands, sunken cities, strange tribes and mysterious landscapes have been reported for years as fact. Explorers have insisted of landing on uncharted islands or finding cities of gold. But are any of these stories based on facts?
Join Professor Blackto find out more.
LEGENDARY WOMEN
THE POWER OF THREE
The Ancient Greeks told stories of powerful women that could benefit humans or destory them. Many of these legendary women appeared as a group of three, but why?
Join Professor Black to discover why these women were so important and how they still influence us to this day.
LEGENDARY WOMEN
THE POWER BEHIND THE THRONE
Though we know many of the famous Egyptian Pharaohs, we are less familiar with their wives who in many cases were more powerful and beneficial to Egypt than their husbands. Join Professor Black to learn about the forgotten queens of Egypt and how they shaped a country and a future.
LEGENDARY WOMEN
RISE OF THE BLOOD QUEENS
Ruling Ancient Egypt was not easy. Especially if you were a woman. But magic, even dark magic could help you rise to power. Join Professor Black as he looks at the nicknamed ‘Blood Queens’. In a time of civil war, threats of invasion and a risk of the nation starving, these women ruled supreme.
But their monarchy came with a cost.
A magical price that made the desert run red with blood!
LEGENDARY WOMEN
MAGIC OF THE EGYPTIAN QUEENS
Magic in Ancient Egypt was known as 'Heka' and a number of Egyptian Queens were said to be experts at it.
Hear all about these powerful Queens and how they (and you!) can summon a spirit, see into the future, resolve a dispute, fall in love or even cure a headache!
You never know, you might learn how to influence your own future with the help of an Egyptian Queen!
LEGENDARY WOMEN
THE FORGOTTEN QUEENS
We have all heard about the famous Pharaohs like Tutankhamun and Ramesses. Male rulers who left their name for history to remember.
But did you know that a number of women ruled Ancient Egypt alone? These women were trailblazers, rule breakers and powerful monarchs, yet their names are not known by most today.
Let's change that!
Join Professor Black to learn all about the forgotten Queens
LEGENDARY WOMEN
THE MAGICAL COLOURS OF ANCIENT EGYPT
Many people have grown up with images of caucasian hollywood actresses playing egyptian Queens. Books and art often depict ancient egyptian Queens with pale skin. But why?
Join us as we look at the royalty of an ancient culture to see if we can discover what they really looked like!
Then we will look at how colour magic was used by the Egyptian Queens to influence enemies, create positivity, heal sickness, contact the dead or win a war!
You may learn how to influence your own life with some colour magic!
LEGENDARY WOMEN
MAGICAL DIVERSITY IN ANCIENT EGYPT
How did the Ancient Egyptians feel about equality and diversity? Were they accepting of things that went against their social norms? Did they have strict rules on what was seen in society?
Join us as we look at how the ancient Egyptians viewed gender & sexuality and how they used it to create magic.
These magical powers would be used to influence, love, health, family life, politics, & even war.
You might even get a few tips on how to create magic in your life?
ANGELS AND DEMONS
HALOS AND PITCHFORKS!
The idea and concept of both angels and demons has fascinated us for years. But where do they come from? What do they look like and are they good or bad?
Join Professor Black as he looks at both these divine and devilish beings their history and why we think they have wings, tails, pitchforks or halos.
PALM READING
THE FUTURE IN IN YOUR HANDS
Join Professor Black and learn the history and ancient art of palm reading. Learn how to read your own palm and read for others. No experience or equipment necessary.
TEAL LEAF READING
THE ART OF TASSEOLOGY
Grab a cup of tea (or coffee!) and then see what your future holds! Join Professor Black and learn the history and art of tea leaf reading. No experience necessary (and you don't have to like tea!)
MOON MAGIC
MAGICAL WELLBEING
Join Professor Black to learn the history and art of moon magic. From moon animals to moon colours, superstitions, dreams and moon numbers it could enhance your wellbeing!
VAMPIRES & WEREWOLVES
IS THERE ANY TRUTH TO THE TALES?
Contrary to the suave and romantic beings of films and books, vampires have been feared across the world for centuries. The concept of a man becoming a werewolf during a full moon has become the stuff of legend. But where did this all start and why do these creatures still fascinate us?
Join Professor Black to find out!
SPIRIT ANIMALS
WHICH ANIMAL GUIDES YOU?
Many cultures believe that we are guided through dreams and visions by a spirit. This being often appears as an animal to help you through life, make decisions and guide you when the going gets tough.
Join Professor Black to learn about your animal spirit guide.
TAROT READING
THE FUTURE IS IN YOUR CARDS!
Ever wanted to try tarot cards but don't know where to start? Join Professor Black to learn the ancient art of tarot to read for yourself and others. No experience necessary.
WITCH SPOTTING
ARE YOU A WITCH OR A WITCH SPOTTER?
Being a witch finder was once considered a good job (and was highly paid!) The methods of spotting a witch were difficult and sometimes truly bizarre! Join Professor Black to learn how you can spot a witch or discover if you are a hidden magical user!