Companionship in Our Time – Presented in Partnership with The School of Life
Saturday 19 October and Sunday 20 October, 1pm – 4pm | NGV International | Free entry
Inspired by the work of KAWS, this program questions what it feels like to be alone, and what it means to be connected. Participate in an interaction with a friend or stranger that encourages an exploration of companionship, loneliness, connection and communication.
Facilitating this presentation is Daniel Teitelbaum, Faculty Member in The School of Life, as well as a performer, radio broadcaster, teacher and facilitator. Daniel specialises in creating playful, memorable and meaningful experiences for people. Daniel has been a strategy consultant working with social enterprise, the Head of Content at The School of Life Australia and an associate teacher of design at Monash University.
With a background in philosophy, law and theatre studies, in recent years Daniel has focused on play-based professional development for companies, not-for-profits and local governments – using games, toys and theatre to help others develop important skills and ways of working.
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Still Together – Presented in collaboration with A–SPACE
Saturday 26 October, 9am | NGV International | Booking required, fees apply
Connect with yourself and the world around you in a unique mass meditation experience inspired by KAWS: Companionship in the Age of Loneliness.
Together with other like-hearted humans, gather underneath KAWS’ largest bronze sculpture to date for a morning of guided meditation led by A—SPACE founder Manoj Dias, accompanied by a live musical performance, followed by an exclusive viewing of the KAWS: Companionship in the Age of Loneliness. Previous meditation experience is not necessary, just an open mind and an open heart.
Meditation from 9.00–9.30am, with exhibition viewing from 9.30am.
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Time Out With Art
Monday 28 October, 6pm-7.30pm | NGV International | Booking required, fees apply
Connect with art from the 19th century and take a deep look into one artwork with a facilitated discussion that inspires a personal, sensory and emotional response.
Artwork to be revealed on the night. This program includes a glass of wine on arrival and light refreshments.
