Mummy Expert Bob Brier To Speak at Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts About His Latest Book, "EGYPTOMANIA" Submitted by Bernie Fabig Patchogue Theatre hosts its first-ever book discussion on the Theatre's Main Stage with author, mummy expert and former TV host, Dr. Bob Brier. Sunday, October 18 at 3 p.m.

PATCHOGUE, N.Y. - Sept. 14, 2015 - In a rare Long Island appearance, the world's foremost expert on Egyptology and mummies, Dr. Bob Brier, will be speaking on the Main Stage of Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts (PTPA) about his latest book, "EGYPTOMANIA: Our Three Thousand Year Obsession with the Land of the Pharaohs," (Palgrave Macmillan) on Sunday, Oct. 18, at 3 p.m. This is the first of what could become a series of author dialogues here on the Patchogue Theatre stage.

Ever wonder why children and adults alike rather visit the Ancient Egypt exhibit at the museum rather than see the Greek vases?

Dr. Bob Brier's "EGYPTOMANIA: Our Three Thousand Year Obsession with the Land of the Pharaohs" explores the world's burning fascination with all things Egyptian and the events that fanned the flames - from ancient times, to Napoleon's Egyptian campaign, to the discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb by Howard Carter in the 1920s.

"This is a delightful romp through key formative events that shaped our popular passion for all things ancient Egyptian. Bob Brier's always entertaining style keeps the pace moving, yet manages to inform and educate with historical context...," wrote Peter Der Maneulian, Philip J. King Professor of Egyptology at Harvard University, about Brier's latest book.

Brier will discuss the EGYPTOMANIA craze that took America by storm and draw parallels between popular culture today and Ancient Egypt you probably didn't know existed, such as the connection between the critically acclaimed PBS series "Downton Abbey" and King Tut's tomb.

The special presentation by Bob Brier will begin promptly at 3 p.m. on the Patchogue Theatre Main Stage, followed by a book signing of "EGYPTOMANIA" in the Theatre lobby. After the book signing, Dr. Brier will return to the main auditorium for a question & answer session with the audience. There will also be an opportunity to take a rare glimpse of a real mummy arm that will be on display in the Patchogue Theatre lobby on the day of the event.

Tickets are on sale now for Bob Brier's special presentation, "EGYPTOMANIA: The World's 3000 Year-Old Fascination with the Land of the Pharaohs." Ticket prices range from $10 to $20. Special group sale tickets are available for schools and educational organizations to purchase through the Box Office; please call 631-207-1300, ext. 106, for rates. For more information on Bob Brier or his upcoming appearance at Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, visit PatchogueTheatre.org or DrBobBrier.com.

About Bob Brier

Affectionately known by many as "Mr. Mummy," Dr. Bob Brier is recognized as one of the world's
foremost experts on mummies and Egyptology. As Senior Research Fellow at LIU Post in Brookville, N.Y., Dr. Brier has conducted pioneering research in mummification practices and has investigated some of the world's most famous mummies, including King Tut, Vladimir Lenin, Ramses the Great, Eva Peron (Evita), Marquise Tai (Chinese noblewoman), and the Medici family of Renaissance Italy.

You may recognize Bob Brier as he was the host of several educational programs on The Learning Channel (TLC), including "The Great Egyptians," "Pyramids," "Mummies and Tombs," and "The Mummy Detective." Dr. Brier was also the subject of a televised special on National Geographic, titled "Mr. Mummy," leading Brier to become a household name. Dr. Brier has made appearances on CNN, CBS's "60 Minutes" and ABC's popular "20/20" program. Brier is continually sought after by the media for his expertise on mummies and Ancient Egypt.

Bob Brier is the published author of nine books on the topics of Egyptology and mummies.

Questions:
Bernie Fabig
Public Relations & Marketing
Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts
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