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October 2026​ -  Hex in the Garden: The Chelsea Physic Garden

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Back by popular demand, my exploration of the healing and harming herbs of the Garden through character performance and London herstorical case studies, followed by a talk on the witch trials in England. 

 

September - Witch hunting in Blighty Then, (and Now!): Pints of Knowledge

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I discussed all things witchy in a condensed 40 minute talk for Pints of Knowledge this September, and I'll be bringing this one back- more info coming soon. 

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July - Sex and the (18th Century) City: Pints of Knowledge

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I brought the 18th Century sex trade to Pints of Knowledge for a condensed 40 minute talk. How does the historic sex trade impact us now? Has much changed? This was a fun, sell out talk! 

 

​May-  Summer is a coming in!  -  The Chelsea Physic Garden

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I designed a bespoke evening of plant folklore, storytelling and ritual to celebrate May Day and the Celtic festival of Beltane - the coming of summer! Photos below. 

 

​​2025

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November: Last Tuesday Society

 

For the last three years I have been giving a talk and performance for The Last Tuesday Society at the Viktor Wynd Museum in Hackney. I deliver a 1 hour presentation, a character monologue and a piece of spoken word for the event. 

 

October: Wycombe Paracon 

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I was honoured to be asked to give a one hour talk on witch history at the Wycombe Paracon in Amersham this year, and to attend a panel discussion afterwards on all things magical and paranormal. 

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Chelsea Physic Garden

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For Halloween 2024 I created a special performance and presentation for the Chelsea Physic Garden called Hex in the Garden about cunning women and their persecution during the witch trials. Hex in the Garden returned for Halloween 2025.

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September: Dr Johnson's House

 

I was excited to run a special immersive evening for Dr Johnson's House called Sex and the 18th Century City (and Dr Johnson...). This event included a talk and character performance bringing the 18th Century sex trade to life in a beautiful 18th Century building. 

 

April: Bow Street Museum of Crime and Justice

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I ran two special Suffragette Live! events for the museum this year. On 6th April a family friendly workshop on the Suffragette campaign (with a singalong!) and on 11th April an evening performance in character as radical suffragette Kitty Marion. 

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March: Chelsea Physic Garden

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In March 2025 I ran a Mother's Day Special tour 'Bloomin' Women' exploring the Garden's botanical Herstory. This was a 1 hour tour of the garden, with theatrical vignettes to bring characters to life. 

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2023: London Museum

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Similarly, on 8th March 2023 (International Women's Day) I was invited by the Museum of London to participate in a special event called Women: Witches and Wenches. I was honoured to perform for this event, produce a short lecture and chair a debate. We discussed the persecution and execution of women as witches throughout history.  

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"Maria has developed two bespoke events for us at Chelsea Physic Garden, each shaped by her captivating storytelling, deep historical insight, and magnetic presence. Her work has resonated powerfully with our audiences, contributing to two sold-out events. Maria’s creativity and dedication make her a truly standout collaborator. She’s a joy to work with, and it’s a real privilege to witness her bring stories so vividly to life. I’d highly recommend her."

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Alexander Gunter, Public Programmes Manager, Chelsea Physic Garden

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"Maria is professional, knowledgeable and has unbeatable enthusiasm for her-story and giving audiences the best experience possible. She developed a new piece especially for the event and overall played an invaluable role. It was a pleasure working with her and I would highly recommend her!"

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Lauryn Grant, Visitor Events Coordinator

The Museum of London