The Art History of Studio Ghibli

A talk exploring the art, history and influences of Studio Ghibli, presented by Helen McCarthy, comes to Sub89 in Reading and includes a Q&A.

The Art History of Studio Ghibli comes to Sub89 in Reading as a rescheduled event, exploring the studio’s art, history, and inspirations, followed by a Q&A. The talk looks beyond the films to examine influences from Japanese and Western art, the energy of everyday life in Japan, and the mystical qualities of tradition and landscape that shape Studio Ghibli’s visual world. The session is presented by Helen McCarthy, a writer, presenter, and independent scholar known for early English-language books on anime and on Hayao Miyazaki. Doors open at 6:45pm and the talk starts at 7:30pm. Date: Tuesday 31 March 2026 Time: 6:45pm - 9:30pm

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