Oddcast episodes – The Secret History of Western Esotericism Podcast (SHWEP)
Sørina Higgins on Modernist Drama and Ceremonial Magic
Apr 30, 2024
Sørina Higgins, expert in Modernist drama and the Occult, discusses the intersection of modernist drama and ceremonial magic. The podcast explores the influences of secret societies, the mastery of esoteric systems by figures like Crowley and Yeats, and the evolution of spiritual themes in short plays. The fusion of theatre and ritual in Aleister Crowley's work and the blurring of theater and teaching in esotericism by Alex Matthews are also highlighted.
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- Modernist drama intertwined with ceremonial magic in occult societies between 1890 and 1945.
- Alistair Crowley merged drama and ritual in theatrical works, blurring boundaries between esotericism and entertainment.
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Bringing Modernist Drama and the Occult Together
Serena Higgins discusses how she found a unique alignment between modernist drama, the occult, and ceremonial magic in her research. By exploring the influences and practices of playwrights involved in occult societies between 1890 and 1945, she uncovers a rich connection where ceremonial magic directly shaped the plays staged by these writers, leading to a deeper understanding of modernism beyond traditional narratives.
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