Theater der Welt
Greta Thunberg’s wake-up call “Our house is on fire!” was the motto for the international Young Theater of the World Congress.
As a collaborative duo, my project partner Helin Ulas and I were instrumental in managing, directing, ideating, and designing key elements of this initiative. Our close collaboration with the Theater Der Welt team enabled us to curate a vibrant and immersive experience for participants. We meticulously crafted the festival's creative components, including the enchanting secret garden atop the main building and a bustling foyer reminiscent of a lively cityscape, which featured videos portraying diverse countries' perspectives on climate change.
The centerpiece of the event was a dynamic three-day virtual festival hosted on Gathertown, tailored specifically for young adults eager to engage in discussions and workshops on climate change and writing. Participants were randomly organized into teams comprising individuals from different countries, each equipped with private, password-protected rooms for collaborative dialogue.
Throughout the festival, participants embarked on engaging activities and discussions such as thrilling treasure hunt with strategically placed clues and wayfinding elements that guided them and encouraged the participants to talk to eachother. Alongside entertainment areas like game rooms and disco spaces, thematic rooms such as editorial spaces and lounge inspired by speed dating conept that facilitated diverse interactions and provided platforms for documenting relevant literature.