Robert Burns 1759 - 2009
Marking the 250th anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns, the newly established Centre for Robert Burns Studies at the University of Glasgow is hosting a three-day conference from 15 to 17 January celebrating all aspects of Burns's life and works.
Robert Burns 1759-2009 includes seven plenary presentations from major academics and seminar papers from over 60 additional scholars, academics and Burns' enthusiasts. Subjects include Music, Bawdry, Translation, America and Europe, to highlight only a few. This academic schedule boasts an ambitious partnership with Scots language publisher Itchy Coo Education which is organising a competition for young people and children throughout Scotland encouraging interest in Robert Burns through writing and drawing. Jurors, children and young people will attend two special events during the conference to hear their winning writing being performed and see a display of their artwork. The entertainment programme features Sheena Wellington singing the 'Merry Muses' and the world premiere performance of the 'Lament of Mary Queen of Scots', with music commissioned specially by the Chancellor of the University of Glasgow for this major anniversary and event, written by James MacMillan, Scotland's foremost composer and performed by the Haydn Trio Eisenstadt. The conference will close with a Burns Supper.
Where and When
Start Date:
Thursday, January 15, 2009
End Date:
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Address:
University of Glasgow, University Avenue, Glasgow
Postcode:
G12 8QQ
Local Authority Area:
Glasgow City
Region:
West Central Scotland
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