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Fr Patrick Cheng is visiting professor at Union Theological Seminary in New York, an Episcopal priest, lawyer and Wagner lover. Dr Cheng has published three books on queer theology including ‘Radical Love: An Introduction to Queer Theology’. Dr Cheng holds a BA from Yale, a JD from Harvard and a PhD from Union Theological Seminary

It has long been suggested by Hanns Fuchs in his book ‘Wagner und die Homosexulitaet’  published in 1903 that Wagner might have been a spiritual homosexual. More recently books of interest to the queer Wagnerian such as Alex Ross’s Wagnerism have been published. The talk will explore writings about Wagner and homosexuality, the homosexuality of key people in Wagner’s circle, unorthodox sexual relationships and ethics in Wagner’s life and works, LGBTQIA+ devotees of Wagner, as well as queer influence on productions.


Unless otherwise indicated, all WSoS talks are delivered over Zoom from 6.30-8.30 pm. Members are not required to pre-book on Eventbrite.  Non-members are welcome to attend, and should book on Eventbrite via the link provided for each event.  A notice will be sent to members of the Society one month before each talk with Zoom details if appropriate.  A link to the Zoom meeting will be sent to non-members who book on Eventbrite.

Admission:
Zoom:  £5 for non-members, free for members. Free for students.