Clelia McElroy – Monsters in the Attic: The ‘Wicked’ Women of Gothic
Fri 30 Oct · 19:00
QUAD
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Clelia McElroy delivered an insightful illustrated talk on October 30, 2026, at QUAD in Derby, delving into the complex portrayal of the "madwoman" archetype in gothic literature and contemporary storytelling. Her exploration revealed why many female characters in classic works such as Jane Eyre and The Yellow Wallpaper, as well as modern horror films and recent fiction, are often confined to roles defined by hysteria or monstrosity. McElroy's presentation also examined how these archetypes continue to evolve and persist in today’s narratives, offering a compelling analysis of the enduring influence of female characters within the gothic tradition.
The talk will explore the portrayal of women in Gothic fiction, examining why they are often confined to roles defined by hysteria or monstrosity. Clelia McElroy will delve into the complex representation of female characters in classic works such as Jane Eyre and The Yellow Wallpaper, as well as modern horror films and recent fiction.
The second half of the talk will focus on how the Gothic madwoman continues to evolve in contemporary literature and on screen, using works such as Rosemary's Baby, Crimson Peak, and Victorian Psycho as examples. McElroy's presentation will combine literary history, film analysis, feminist theory, and visual material to uncover the reasons behind the enduring presence of the Gothic "madwoman" archetype.
The event takes place at QUAD in Derby on October 30, 2026, at 7:00 pm. Tickets are available for £7 (standard) and £6 (concessions).
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Clelia McElroy – Monsters in the Attic: The ‘Wicked’ Women of Gothic takes place on Friday, 30 October 2026 at 19:00.
Clelia McElroy – Monsters in the Attic: The ‘Wicked’ Women of Gothic is held at QUAD in Derby (Market Place, Cathedral Quarter, Derby, DE1 3AS).
Yes — hotels within walking distance of QUAD can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Clelia McElroy – Monsters in the Attic: The ‘Wicked’ Women of Gothic can be booked via derbyquad.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Clelia McElroy delivered an insightful illustrated talk on October 30, 2026, at QUAD in Derby, delving into the complex portrayal of the "madwoman" archetype in gothic literature and contemporary storytelling. Her exploration revealed why many female characters in classic works such as Jane Eyre and The Yellow Wallpaper, as well as modern horror films and recent fiction, are often confined to roles defined by hysteria or monstrosity. McElroy's presentation also examined how these archetypes continue to evolve and persist in today’s narratives, offering a compelling analysis of the enduring influence of female characters within the gothic tradition.
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The talk will explore the portrayal of women in Gothic fiction, examining why they are often confined to roles defined by hysteria or monstrosity. Clelia McElroy will delve into the complex representation of female characters in classic works such as Jane Eyre and The Yellow Wallpaper, as well as modern horror films and recent fiction.
The second half of the talk will focus on how the Gothic madwoman continues to evolve in contemporary literature and on screen, using works such as Rosemary's Baby, Crimson Peak, and Victorian Psycho as examples. McElroy's presentation will combine literary history, film analysis, feminist theory, and visual material to uncover the reasons behind the enduring presence of the Gothic "madwoman" archetype.
The event takes place at QUAD in Derby on October 30, 2026, at 7:00 pm. Tickets are available for £7 (standard) and £6 (concessions).
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
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Hotels within walking distance of QUAD. Searching near Market Place, Cathedral Quarter, Derby, DE1 3AS; check-in Friday, 30 October 2026.
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When is Clelia McElroy – Monsters in the Attic: The ‘Wicked’ Women of Gothic?
Clelia McElroy – Monsters in the Attic: The ‘Wicked’ Women of Gothic takes place on Friday, 30 October 2026 at 19:00.
Where is Clelia McElroy – Monsters in the Attic: The ‘Wicked’ Women of Gothic taking place?
Clelia McElroy – Monsters in the Attic: The ‘Wicked’ Women of Gothic is held at QUAD in Derby (Market Place, Cathedral Quarter, Derby, DE1 3AS).
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Yes — hotels within walking distance of QUAD can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
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