"Your Thursday" Artist Meetings: In Conversation with Ercan Kesal on Storytelling

Date: October 10, 2024
Time: 13.00–14.30
Venue: Istanbul Modern Auditorium

The conversation by actor and writer Ercan Kesal focuses on the concept of “story.” It highlights human beings as the only species that tells stories and explores storytelling as a means of existence. The conversation delves into the nature of stories that enable us to connect with people we have never met. The program, which also includes Ercan Kesal’s productions and experiences, invites participants on an inspiring journey about the power and impact of collecting stories to tell and existing through storytelling.

For details: +90 (212) 334 7341

Duration: 90 mins
The event is free of charge.
The program is held in Turkish.

“Your Thursday” Artist Meetings

Istanbul Modern opens its doors free of charge on museum days called “Your Thursday” with the sponsorship of Paribu. Every Thursday, between 10.00 and 14.00, the museum welcomes all its visitors residing in Türkiye with free admission. Visitors can explore all the exhibitions at Istanbul Modern and participate in artist workshops, events, and film screenings held once a month.

“Your Thursday” Artist Meetings include workshop sessions and discussions where artists share their creative processes and artistic experiences with participants. Through these activities, Istanbul Modern invites visitors to discover the museum, artworks, and artistic production processes, while allowing them to enrich their experience by creating together with artists.