A ‘Firebird’ Abroad

Dr Shannon Toll (University of Dayton) On July 3, 1950, the newly-minted New York City Ballet, helmed by celebrated choreographer George Balanchine and his prima … Read more

At the Edge of the Knife

Dr Jack Davy (UEA) Research Associate, ‘Beyond the Spectacle’ Last week I was privileged to introduce the film Edge of the Knife at the Royal … Read more

Indian Ball is not Lacrosse!

Professor David Stirrup (Kent) Principal Investigator, ‘Beyond the Spectacle’ If you were in the crowds for the 2019 London New Year’s Day Parade, or happened … Read more

Pretendians

LeAndra Nephin (Omaha Tribe of Nebraska) Board Member, ‘Beyond the Spectacle’ “In a way they were trying to imitate us, in a way they were … Read more

Research is a Form of Healing

Jack Davy with Sierra Tasi Baker “This [interactive storytelling exhibit] is a really good precedent, for how I think museums should be showcasing our culture. … Read more

First World War Native Stories

As we approach the centenary of the Armistice, ‘Beyond the Spectacle’ is highlighting Indigenous North Americans’ experiences in Britain during the First World War with … Read more

Sifting Reality

Dr Jack Davy (UEA) Research Associate, ‘Beyond the Spectacle’ One of the most complex aspects of untangling the history of Native Americans in Britain is … Read more