Thu 1 Apr · +8 more dates
King Edward Park · Newcastle
sculptural totems brought alive by performers, sound and light
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KIN: Living Shrines is an immersive cultural event that transforms public space into a series of living, breathing artworks. Audiences are invited to explore a collection of large-scale sculptural totems—each representing a different human story, emotion, or archetype—brought to life through performance, sound, and light.
As visitors move through the site, they encounter performers embodying these "living shrines," alongside layered audio and visual elements that create a deeply atmospheric, multi-sensory experience. Blending contemporary art, ritual, and storytelling, KIN invites audiences to reflect on connection, identity, and what it means to belong.
Designed as both a shared public experience and an intimate personal journey, KIN offers a unique cultural event that is accessible, visually striking, and emotionally resonant. It brings together artists, performers, and community in a way that is both innovative and inclusive.
KIN is intended to be a destination event, drawing audiences to experience a one-of-a-kind creative offering that showcases the cultural depth and imaginative potential of its host region.
Quick answers
When is KIN Living Shrines?
Thu 1 Apr 2027, +8 more dates. There are 9 dates to pick from, listed above.
Where is it?
King Edward Park, Newcastle, NSW.
Where do I get tickets?
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How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
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