‘Dido – A Mythical African Queen’ with George Sharpley (at The Roman Baths)

TIME: 10:00AM - 4:00PM

DATE: Saturday, May 16th 2026

VENUE: Roman Baths

DIDO
at Roman Bath, with George Sharpley
Saturday 16th May 2026, 10am-4pm

Discover the legendary story of Dido, the African queen whose life was transformed by the arrival of Aeneas, a fugitive from Troy. This immersive day school will explore the myth of Dido and Aeneas through the lens of Virgil’s Aeneid, featuring selected readings with English translations.

What to Expect:

  • A deep dive into one of antiquity’s most compelling myths
  • Guided readings from Virgil’s Aeneid
  • Insightful discussion led by an expert in Latin language and literature

Book here.

Note: this is a fee-paying event run by an organisation which is not affiliated to, or funded by, the Classical Association.  Please contact the organisers directly with any enquiries.