Overview
The quest for a magical object, the ship for an impossible journey, the crew for a remarkable story…
The Argonauts and their search for the Golden Fleece has been one of the most enduring myths in history, told and retold for well over 2500 years. But what did the Greeks themselves make of this tale?
An acclaimed broadcaster and author, Natalie Haynes wrote Hypsipyle for JST’s 15 Heroines. Well-versed in taking a fresh look at the ancient world, eleven series of her show Natalie Haynes Stands Up for the Classics have been broadcast on BBC Radio 4. Join her to find out where the fleece came from, how they found it, who guarded it, and how they stole it.
There will be a Q & A (approx 20 mins) immediately after the 60 minute performance.
People
Natalie Haynes
Performer
Performer
Natalie Haynes is a writer and broadcaster and - according to the Washington Post - a rock star mythologist. She is the star and
writer of the popular BBC Radio 4 series, Natalie Haynes Stands up for the Classics, which is about to record its 11th series and will be broadcast this summer.
Media
“The modern embodiment of the best of Homer Radio Times”
Radio Times
“Natalie Haynes is a rockstar mythologist”
Washington Post