Colloquium – The great actor now upon the stage: performance & identity at the impeachment of the Earl of Strafford

The Department of History would like to invite everyone to our third and final Colloquium of the Winter 2015 term. “The great actor now upon the stage: performance and identity at the impeachment of the Earl of Strafford” Presented by: Dr. Gregory Koabel, History Department, Campion College The 1641 impeachment of the Earl of Strafford dominated the early months of the Long Parliament. In the proceedings Strafford’s accusers employed “constructive treason” – a legal innovation which sought to prove guilt through a cumulative reading of Strafford’s actions rather than pointing to a single act which could be proven treasonous. This talk explores the implications of this decision. The trial became a stage upon which Strafford’s consciously constructed performance battled with interpretations of his actions and behaviour to uncover the authentic Strafford. As a result the trial provides an excellent opportunity to examine performance and identity in the world of early modern political culture. Everyone is welcome to attend! Refreshments to follow in the third floor lounge, Ad Hum 349.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/colloquium-the-great-actor-now-upon-the-stage-performance-identity-at-the-impeachment-of-the-earl-of-strafford