An Evening of Witchcraft

The History of Witchcraft | OCT 16 | 7-8 | Marquee Lounge

Join magic and occult expert Michael M. Hughes for a provocative and highly visual introduction to the legends, history, and modern practice of witchcraft. This 90-minute presentation, which sold out last year, will delve deep into the dark myths and surprising realities of witchcraft, from legends of the ancient era to today’s world of Instagram and TikTok witches.

The talk will cover:

• Where did witchcraft originate?
• Who were the people tortured, hanged, and burned at the stake as witches, and what did they actually believe?
• Is witchcraft demonic?
• Is witchcraft the remnant of an ancient goddess cult?
• When did “modern” witchcraft originate, and how did it spread?
• What do today’s witches believe, what exactly do they do, and why has witchcraft exploded in popularity in recent years?
• Why do witches believe in magic, and do you have to be a witch to do magic?
• – Why have witches been at the forefront of political activism in recent years?
• Discover practical techniques to harness your personal energy.

This fun, fact-based, visually rich and wide-ranging talk will challenge what you think you know about the endlessly fascinating subject of witches and their craft.

Michael M. Hughes is an author, speaker, magical thinker, and tarot instructor. He is also the author of four books, including his most recent, Magic for the Resistance: Rituals and Spells for Change, which discusses the intersection of witchcraft and politics, and the acclaimed Blackwater Lights supernatural thriller trilogy. Michael speaks regularly on tarot, magic, psychedelics, and other esoteric and anomalous topics. You can find out more about his presentations, workshops, and courses at theartofmagicalliving.com and michaelmhughes.com