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We've become hooked on the symphony orchestra
Former municipal doctor Dagfinn Harr and his wife Bente Knudsen have realized that they have become dependent on KSO.
Dance at Kilden
Kilden to expand its dance program, with one of its goals being to establish its own dance ensemble. As part of this process, Tone Kittelsen, Julie Rasmussen, and Irene Theisen have been invited to serve as consultants and have offered suggestions for the ensemble’s initial programming.
Young Composers on Stage
This week, 13 third-grade students from Rosseland School will take the stage alongside the Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra
Visit by students from Kvadraturen High School
When we have some spare capacity, we’re happy to open our doors to curious groups who want to explore Kilden’s many rooms.
Art Weekend
Welcome to a spring packed with experiences—two unique package tours filled with art, music, and adventures in Kristiansand! Each of these art weekends includes a guided tour of Kunstsilo, recently named the world’s most beautiful museum, two performing arts experiences atperforming arts centre Kilden performing arts centre, delicious meals, comfortable accommodations, and more.
SeniorKilden's fall program has been launched!
On Tuesday, SeniorKilden’s fall program went on sale. We ran into a group of good friends who were systematically securing tickets to a number of highlights after the summer.
New season now on sale
You can now purchase concert packages for the upcoming season. With a package, you’ll enjoy great discounts—and, not least, the pleasure of having several concert experiences to look forward to.
Sign Language in *The Tin Soldier*
"The Steadfast Tin Soldier" by Hans Christian Andersen will be staged at Kilden January, before the production embarks on an extensive tour. The production uses sign language.
Fact and Fiction in the Arendal Scandal
When Kilden a play about the Arendal crash, a dramatic chapter in the history of Southern Norway is brought to light. But what actually happened, and why does this story still make an impression 140 years later? Historian Håkon Haugland at KUBEN in Arendal explains why it happened, but also attempts to answer the question: Could it happen again?
Record attendance at Kilden!
At a time when many cultural institutions in Norway are reporting a decline in attendance, Kilden is breaking Kilden records. Attendance figures for 2025 will be our highest ever, surpassing even those from our opening year in 2012.
Händel's Messiah as a Christmas gift
The Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra and Kilden performed to a full house at Kristiansand Cathedral earlier this December. As a Christmas gift to the community, we are posting the concert in its entirety. Merry Christmas from all of us atperforming arts centre Kilden performing arts centre.
KSO at Byen on December 10, 11, and 12
For the thirteenth time, the Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra (KSO) invites you to concerts in both familiar and unexpected venues throughout Kristiansand—in banks, bakeries, churches, and cafés.
A LONELY CHRISTMAS TREE IS LOOKING FOR PRESENTS
Right now Kilden there is a Christmas tree in the lobby of Kilden waiting for Christmas gifts. The gifts are being collected and donated to underprivileged families in Kristiansand.
Instruments worth 13 million available to the orchestra
"This is a unique partnership in the Norwegian context, and it really means a lot to us in the orchestra," says Pål Svendsberget, director of the Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra (KSO). A partnership with Sparebanken Norge is now providing the orchestra with six new high-quality instruments.
Positive outcomes of collaborative art
A newly published article shows how collaborative artistic work can contribute to a sense of belonging, emotional development, and the feeling of making a difference in others’ lives.
From stage to screen
The short film *Small Talk* was adapted into a play at Kilden; now it’s also being made into a feature-length film
Book Launch for *The Book of Korsanger*
Join us for the launch of *Korsangerboka* in the Kilden lobby on November 6 at 3:30 p.m. The book was written by Anne Haugland Balsnes, conductor of the Sølvstrupene choir here at Kilden Dag Jansson. The event is free and open to everyone.
Meet the new uncle in Small Talk
The hit show *Small Talk* is about to premiere, and the Dvergsnes family has a new member—meet Uncle Bengt.
Humor at Kilden
Kilden a packed program coming up for those of you looking for a little light and laughter during the dark winter months and into the new year. Click here for a complete overview.
