Presented by ACMI in association with RISING
RISING: Lynette Wallworth In Conversation with Katrina Sedgwick
When
Sun 5 Jun 2022
One of Australia's most innovative and compelling filmmakers, goes deep on her career and evolving practice, and her new RISING work HOW TO LIVE (After You Die).
Multi-Emmy Award-winning artist Lynette Wallworth is joined by former ACMI Director Katrina Sedgwick in conversation to shed light on the creation of her RISING solo show. HOW TO LIVE (After You Die) is a surprising new work that recounts Wallworth's lived experience of cultish extremism and coming-of-age in a radical Christian community.
Together, the pair will dive into Wallworth's deft use of cutting-edge technology, immersive installation, documentary technique, and virtual and augmented reality. In addition, they'll explore the power of Wallworth's compassionate, unflinching storytelling and filmmaking career, which has led her to present to audiences of world leaders and corporate giants.
In this special event you'll hear how Wallworth's evolving practice has led the filmmaker to turn the focus of her lens onto herself in HOW TO LIVE (After You Die).
Tickets to this show are also on-sale via the RISING website.
Please note this event will be Auslan interpreted.
HOW TO LIVE (After You Die)
Fri 3 & Sat 4 Jun 2022
Emmy award-winning filmmaker and artist Lynette Wallworth brings her renowned storytelling skills to the stage in a surprising new work that sheds light on the seduction of cultish extremism. It’s a story she had never planned to tell, mainly because in it she plays the central character.
Explore Lynette Wallworth's previous works at ACMI
Creating Worlds: Lynette Wallworth & Enrique Vargas
From the world of theatre and film, two directors push the boundaries of the audience experience into uncharted worlds.
Plan your visit
COVIDSafe visitor guidelines, information on accessibility, amenities, transport, dining options and more.
Looking for dining options?
Our restaurant, cafe and bar features a seasonally driven menu developed by acclaimed Melbourne chef, Karen Martini.