LET THE PUBLIC BATHE IN ART

OUTSIDE THE BOX: The musicians of the Kristiansand Symphony Orchestra wear costumes representing law, order and the clergy, while the actors take us behind the city's ornate facades. Pictured: Dorota Grüchot (violin), Vidar Løvbrøtte (tuba) and actors Ulrik Waarli Grimstad, Ina Maria Brekke and Laura Christina Brøvig Vallenes (front). Photo: Aptum / Jon-Petter Thorsen

 

Soon, every nook and cranny of Kilden will be filled Kilden artistic experiences. It will be playful, visionary, and extraordinary as the public is invited to define what Kristiansand is—right now.

Before theatre director Amalie Nilssen ends her tenure, she fills the entire theatre and concert hall with theatre, comedy, dance, poetry, chamber music, opera and Tangen art. And perhaps the audience will meet a yoga teacher in the toilet, or an entire spa section in the dressing room. It's called "immersive theater" when the performance is not played on a limited stage, but on the floor, close to the audience.

- There will be something for the eyes, ears and soul. Some will actively participate in the challenges we give them. Others will observe, or walk past. Here, everyone will be able to take part in the experiences as they wish," says Amalie Nilssen.

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