Queer Georgians

Discover the real people who inspired TV shows like ‘Gentleman Jack’ and ‘Bridgerton’, long written out of the nation’s story and now lovingly restored.

About the event

In a dazzling piece of restorative history, Anthony Delaney breathes new life into the forgotten people who dared to challenge society’s expectations, revealing the tragedies and the joys of queer life in the Georgian age.

Drawing on previously unearthed archives and court records, Anthony will offer radical new interpretations of celebrated figures such as Anne Lister and the Chevalier D’Eon.

Additional information

This event is eligible for our 20% ticket bundle discount.

Book tickets to three or more different events across the festival and you can save 20%. Tickets must be purchased in the same transaction and the discount will automatically be applied within the basket.

About the speaker

Anthony Delaney has a PhD in History from the University of Exeter, where he is an Honorary Fellow. He presents the popular History Hit podcast series ‘After Dark’. ‘Queer Georgians’ is his first book.