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Bristol PGR Medieval Conference 2026
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The Bristol University Centre for Medieval Studies (@bristolcms.bsky.social) annual PGR conference, 'Power and Performance’ 2026. Questions to [email protected].

CFP: https://medievalstudies.blogs.bristol.ac.uk/pgr-conference-2026/
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Bristol PGR Medieval Conference 2026 @bristolcmspgr.bsky.social · Nov 28
We are VERY excited to announce the call for papers for our 2026 conference! 🎉🎉🎉 This year, we invite paper and poster proposals on the themes of power and/or performance!

All proposals to be sent to [email protected] by 17:00 on Friday 9th January.

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January 23, 2026 at 5:40 PM
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We want to finish the week with some exciting news: following last year's success, the Bristol Common Press will be running a workshop at our 2026 conference too! 🎉 Can't wait!
Image of Gutenberg and a Gutenberg-style press, next to the following text: Join us in our working historical print shop at the University of Bristol! Founded in 2021, and now with four historic presses, the Bristol Common Press is dedicated to exploring global print cultures through teaching and research. A person holding a letterpress card reading "I made an impression in Bristol!" An Albion press, and the hand of someone who is operating it.
January 23, 2026 at 5:36 PM
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January 20, 2026 at 1:22 PM
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We are proud to announce the third of our wonderful keynote speakers: late medieval and Renaissance sculpture expert, Dante scholar and Head of Subject for History of Art... our very own Dr Peter Dent! 🎉🎉🎉
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Photograph of keynote speaker Dr Peter Dent
January 20, 2026 at 1:19 PM
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Get those abstracts in today! 😊 CFP: medievalstudies.blogs.bristol.ac.uk/pgr-conferen...
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PGR Conference 2026 – Centre for Medieval Studies
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January 16, 2026 at 3:48 PM
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January 16, 2026 at 3:48 PM
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Don't miss out! Get your abstract in by 17:00 tomorrow (Friday 16th Jan!)

CFP: medievalstudies.blogs.bristol.ac.uk/pgr-conferen...

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January 15, 2026 at 3:11 PM
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January 13, 2026 at 3:06 PM
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January 13, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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We are really excited to announce the second of our fantastic keynote speakers: author, literary historian, Middle English and Biblical poetry expert... our very own Dr Cathy Hume (@cathyhume.bluesky.social)! 🎉🎊🎉
Bristol CMS PGR Conference 2026 "Power and Performance" keynote speaker Dr Cathy Hume
January 13, 2026 at 10:39 AM
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⚠️ Important news! The deadline for the submission of abstracts is now Friday 16th of January at 17:00 GMT!
We know that the winter break is barely behind us, and want to give everyone a bit more time to write. Send all proposals and enquiries to [email protected]
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Flyer for "University of Bristol Centre for Medieval Studies PGR Conference ‘Power and Performance" The University of Bristol Centre for Medieval Studies is delighted to announce its call for papers for our annual medieval PGR conference, which will be held in-person on 30th March - 1st April 2026. This year, we invite proposals for papers and posters which engage with the theme of ‘Power and Performance’. We are especially interested in how people in the Middle Ages perceived, interacted with, and responded to the ideas of power and/or performance. Consideration of how the two topics intersect with one another is also encouraged. Possible fields and topics may include, but are not limited to: How power relations shaped different aspects of medieval life (socio-cultural, historic, legal, literary, economic, religious etc.). How power relations and other key ideas were performed (on stage, in visual arts, in literary texts or music, and in material culture at large). The substance and significance of performance throughout the medieval world. Power in history (State, Church, battlefield, etc.) and of history (reception studies, the classical world in medieval thought, medievalism etc.). Religious influence(s), church ritual, and forms of devotion. Medieval law and legal enforcement. Power relations in literary texts. Linguistic power and/or performance. Geographies of power. Gender and sexuality. Literal and symbolic power. Authority and vulnerability. Disability studies. Court ritual and behaviour. Perception and composition of power. Medievalism and media. Creation and material studies.Instruction and adaptation. We welcome papers from postgraduate researchers, Master’s students, early career researchers and independent scholars. Papers will be 20 minutes long, and we warmly welcome poster presentations. Poster proposals and paper abstracts should not exceed 300 words. Deadline for abstracts is Friday 16 January at 17:00.
January 8, 2026 at 4:47 PM
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Janega's triumphant return to Bristol! UK postgrads, watch for this conference in the spring!
bristolcmspgr.bsky.social Bristol PGR Medieval Conference 2026 @bristolcmspgr.bsky.social · Jan 5
We're delighted to announce the first of our amazing keynote speakers: medieval historian, author, co-host of 'Gone Medieval' and 'We're Not So Different' podcasts, and co-creator and host of several HistoryHit TV series... Dr Eleanor Janega 🎉🎉🎉(@goingmedieval.bsky.social)! #medievalsky #skystorian
January 6, 2026 at 2:04 PM
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Don't forget to get those proposals in! #medievalsky #skystorians
January 5, 2026 at 3:11 PM
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We're delighted to announce the first of our amazing keynote speakers: medieval historian, author, co-host of 'Gone Medieval' and 'We're Not So Different' podcasts, and co-creator and host of several HistoryHit TV series... Dr Eleanor Janega 🎉🎉🎉(@goingmedieval.bsky.social)! #medievalsky #skystorian
January 5, 2026 at 3:08 PM
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We are VERY excited to announce the call for papers for our 2026 conference! 🎉🎉🎉 This year, we invite paper and poster proposals on the themes of power and/or performance!

All proposals to be sent to [email protected] by 17:00 on Friday 9th January.

#medievalsky #skystorians
November 28, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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We can't say anything yet... but keep an eye out for an exciting announcement coming soon! 😮😄
bristolcms.bsky.social Bristol Centre for Medieval Studies @bristolcms.bsky.social · Oct 29
What might our PGRs be plotting? Could it be the first meeting for this year’s CMS PGR conference?! 🧐🕵️‍♀️ Naturally, we can neither confirm nor deny…But do watch this space for some exciting news coming soon! 😁 #medievalsky #skystorians
October 29, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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What might our PGRs be plotting? Could it be the first meeting for this year’s CMS PGR conference?! 🧐🕵️‍♀️ Naturally, we can neither confirm nor deny…But do watch this space for some exciting news coming soon! 😁 #medievalsky #skystorians
October 29, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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Huge congratulations to @profhelenfulton.bsky.social , Prof Ad Putter and Dr Anna Havinga! What a fascinating and timely project!
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Congratulations to Prof Helen Fulton, Prof Ad Putter & Dr Anna Havinga who have received a GW4 Generator grant! 🥳

Their project, Medieval Studies Mobilising Digital Humanities, will develop new methodologies for research in medieval studies using emerging technologies

Read more 👉 bit.ly/44DUICr
May 19, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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You don’t want to miss this. So much love and care has been poured into staging the play - plus there will be mead ⭐️
bristolcms.bsky.social Bristol Centre for Medieval Studies @bristolcms.bsky.social · May 22
Tickets now on sale for a medieval feast performance of ‘The Life of Job’ at the Winterbourne Medieval Barn! This is part of a fascinating project by the CMS' own Dr Cathy Hume!

Tickets are £25 (plus booking fee) and include a meal and a drink. Book today at: www.ticketsource.co.uk/winterbourne...
May 23, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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Tickets now on sale for a medieval feast performance of ‘The Life of Job’ at the Winterbourne Medieval Barn! This is part of a fascinating project by the CMS' own Dr Cathy Hume!

Tickets are £25 (plus booking fee) and include a meal and a drink. Book today at: www.ticketsource.co.uk/winterbourne...
May 22, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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April 22, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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April 22, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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Only two days until the conference kicks off! 😮😆We cannot wait to welcome everyone to Bristol!

Be sure to check out the schedule ahead of Thursday! #medievalsky
April 22, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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We are so excited for this! 🤩
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Ready for @bristolcmspgr.bsky.social conference on Thursday!
Title slide for my presentation “Inheritance Disputes and Social Memory in the Insular Plantagenet World”
April 22, 2025 at 5:28 PM