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Henrik Ibsen in Grimstad
Henrik Ibsen (1828–1906) grew up in an upper-class family in Skien. After his confirmation, he was expected to attend a Latin school in accordance with his social standing, but the economic downturn in Skien left his father, Knud Ibsen, in financial difficulties.
The Lady from the Sea – Artistic Team
"The Lady from the Sea" is a play about contrasts—about cultural differences and identity. It explores the pull between the unknown yet dangerous and the safe yet conformist.
Chinese Star Choreographer in *The Lady from the Sea*
Most people live in China, and one of China’s foremost dance artists, Yabin Wang, is currently in Southern Norway to create a new interpretation of Henrik Ibsen’s *The Lady from the Sea* in collaboration with Kilden and Oakland Rain.
With a symphony orchestra in your pocket
Kilden recorded many audio and video performances by the Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra. You’ll be able to enjoy world-class symphonic music wherever and whenever you like. That’s why we’re launching the new KSOPlay app.
UiA students will perform a live remix of "The Planets" at Kilden
On Thursday, March 21, the Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra (KSO) will perform the magnificent work "The Planets" by Gustav Holt in Kilden Concert Hall. Afterwards, "F Collective", a group of students from the rhythmic line at UiA, has been given the honor of doing a so-called "live remix" of the piece.
FORMED EARLY
Maria Mozhdah is still a teenager, but her life has already been shaped by a whirlwind of experiences. The young actress was nominated for an Amanda Award for her performance in *What Will People Say?*, and is currently appearing at Kilden.
Socrates
The philosopher Socrates was sentenced to death in the city-state of Athens on February 15, 399 B.C. His famous defense speech is not a court transcript, but was written down several years later by Plato, who was present during the trial.
Theater Season 2019
Social media, miscarriages of justice, and fake news. Welcome to a theater season dedicated to democracy.
A dance of freedom on social media
One in ten online posts is hate speech. But for dancer Ahmad Joudeh, social media became his path out of Syria and into freedom. The performance “Like and Share” aims to show us hate—and to prevent it.
Leaves a mark
What happens when you bring together young people with and without disabilities and professional artists? Collaboration, friendship, personal growth—and a performance that moves audiences and breaks down barriers.
Everything that can go wrong does go wrong – The Guys in the Christmas Tree House
Andy and Terry are back. Now the guys in the treehouse are going to celebrate Christmas across a modest 104 floors—filled with everything from a cloning machine to a shark tank. Get ready for the madness.
The Brothers of Madness
Illustrator Terry Denton and author Andy Griffiths never imagined that their silly book would become an international success.
From underdog to star
In his younger days, violin virtuoso Julian Rachlin snuck into the New Year’s Concert in Vienna. At this year’s New Year’s Concert at Kilden , he Kilden a completely different role.
The Soloists' Entrance March
The 2018–2019 season will be Nathalie Stutzmann’s first as chief conductor of the Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra. She has also invited world-renowned soloists to join her on the podium. Here are some of the highlights.
A high price for love
It’s about love, identity, and what we’re willing to do for one another, as art student Evelyn and the uncool, love-struck museum guard Adam develop a relationship in *The State of Things*
KILDEN ARENDALSUKA
KILDEN ARENDALSUKA. We at Kilden proud to be able to contribute several exciting events during Arendalsuka 2018.
"St. Valentine" calls for a fight for love
When talented people come together, the result can be spectacular. This is true both behind the scenes and on stage in this year’s production at Fjæreheia.
SPOR 2025
SPOR is a groundbreaking collaborative project in which the Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra and high school students are developing a performance that is both moving and inspiring.
Magic in every stitch
It may look simple, but when the curtain rises on opening night, hundreds of hours of work and trial and error lie behind every single pant leg, every single waistband.
A Historic Collaboration on a Modern Tosca
– I’ve wanted to do *Tosca* for a long time. Then, as luck would have it, both Espen Langvik at the Northern Norwegian Opera...
Tips for experiencing art. Use your own language
Tips for experiencing art. Use your own language. The debate over the establishment of Kunstsilo in Kristiansand has once again shown that art has a major communication problem:
Symphonic Friendship
Crescendo is the name of the Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra’s newly formed friends’ association. They would love to have as many music lovers as possible join them.
