KISS THE GLOBE - THINK, LAUGH, ACT
On 23 and 24 November 2024, the event KISS THE GLOBE will take place for the first time at GLOBE WIEN. The initiative of Dr. Stephanie Kail and the veterinarian Mag. Nicola Jöstl is planned as an annual event and, with the help of experts, aims to show the current state of our planet, allay fears, address questions about the future and present scientific approaches that are of crucial importance for a future worth living. The focus is on innovative solutions, intensive networking, stimulating discussions and a lively exchange with experts.
FULL PROGRAM
WHAT TO EXPECT
Two days full of exciting content and topics. Look forward to a great program, with late night shows, science, comedy and great music. As well as an all-day program for Generation Z.
23.NOV
FIRST DAY
LATE-NIGHT SHOW
The highlight is the emotionally charged late-night show under the motto Think, Laugh, Act! Four comedians enter into an entertaining dialogue with experts to convey complex scientific topics in an entertaining and understandable way. The question: How can we create a sustainable and livable future? Experience innovative solutions, intensive networking, stimulating discussions and a lively exchange with experts from science, medicine and research.
24.NOV
SECOND DAY
GEN-Z DAY
GEN Z DAY offers a full-day program: in the morning for children and young people aged 9 to 14 and in the afternoon for young adults aged 14 to 20.
With free admission, children and young people can have their say, participate in research and discover solutions. The highlight is the final of a poetry slam competition in which students from ten different schools compete against each other. The day is organized through collaboration with the Natural History Museum, the Architecture Center, the MUMOK, the World Climate Game and Future Works, the Climate Knowledge Workshop, as well as various creative LABS and HUBS for sustainability and development.
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
THANK YOU
TO OUR
SUPPORTERS
We would like to thank our valued sponsors and partners whose generous support makes KISS THE GLOBE possible. Your commitment helps us to create a platform for sustainable future solutions and to bring experts and participants together. Thank you for standing up with us for a future worth living.
Cooperation partners
Cooperation partners
DR. ISABELL RIEDL
Sustainability expert for
Food and Agriculture
DR. PEDRO FRADE
Marine biologist
DR. MMAG. ANDREA FISCHER
Glaciologist and scientist
of the year 2023
VERONICA & NIGEL JOLLANDS
Expedition ship NOVARA
Process coaching to protect against
rising sea levels
WE look forward to welcoming guests from various scientific fields. YOU can look forward to an exciting exchange!
HOSTED BY
COMEDIANS
NADJA MALEH
Photo: Markus van der Man
WERNER BRIX
Photo: brixproductions.com
MICHAEL NIAVARANI
Photo: Jan Frankl
ANGELA ASCHER
Photo: Ela Angerer
Under the motto Think, Laugh, Act!, knowledge is imparted with just the right amount of entertainment. The cabaret artists lead the program with humor and host the discussions with the scientific experts.
MUSICAL PROGRAM
FIRST CLASS
MUSICAL
ENTERTAINMENT
Look forward to performances by opera singer Kerstin Grotrian, Frizz Fischer & Friends and conductor Howard Arman. The joint performance by Kerstin Grotrian and Howard Arman on Saturday will particularly energize and inspire the audience.
Photo: Maria Kravchik
Photo: Sammy Van Cautere
HOSTED BY
COMEDIANS
Photo: Adrian Rigele
LOCATION
GLOBE VIENNA
The GLOBE WIEN, a unique event space in the historic Marx Halle in Vienna, has established itself as one of the most important event locations in the city since its opening in 2014. With over half a million visitors who have already experienced more than 400 performances and events, the GLOBE WIEN offers an incomparable atmosphere.