Explore Wyrd TV at Resident Music

Diane Rodgers' study of 'wyrd TV' began with an examination of classic folkloric texts that influenced popular culture, from the Beatles' music to children's TV shows like Bagpuss. Her research traces the roots of this phenomenon and its impact on subsequent generations of TV and film-makers. Rodgers' work charts the development of folk horror, hauntology, and dystopian narratives in programming aimed at both adults and children, including documentary, drama, and public information films.

Rodgers' study highlights the significant contribution of screenwriter Nigel Kneale, particularly in his 'Quatermass' series, which intertwined elements of folklore, stone circles, and alien themes. She also examines the cult series 'Children of the Stones', which combined themes drawn from Druidic folklore and supernatural activity to chilling effect. The experimental nature of children's programming in the 1970s is also explored, including the influence of social and political phenomena such as feminist debates and punk rock sensibilities.

The event, taking place on Thursday, 12 November 2026, at Resident Music in Brighton, offers a unique opportunity to explore the world of 'wyrd TV'. Tickets are available with the button beside the article. With its broad-ranging study and in-depth analysis, this event is sure to appeal to those interested in folklore, folk horror, and British television.