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Mon April 23 2012, Randwick Ritz, 7pm, $25
President Obama personally requested a
copy of this film. Finding Joe is a truly inspirational narrative for
how to live a fully realized life – or as Joseph Campbell would simply
state, how to “follow your bliss.” Based on the “hero’s Journey” and the
work of Joseph Campbell, the film also includes
interviews with the likes of Deepak Chopra, Mick Fleetwood (Fleetwood
Mac), Tony Hawk (Pro Skateboarder) and Sir Ken Robinson (Education and
Creativity leader). Come along and find the inspiration to leave your
fears behind and BE the hero of your own life.
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Wed March 28 2012, Randwick Ritz, 7pm, $25
Do you wrestle with technology? What does
connection mean in our technology-obsessed world? This award winning
film explores a very personal, yet universal story around technology and
what really matters in our lives. Al Gore said the film “illuminates
the issues that affect us all” and Newsweek called the filmmaker one of
the “women shaping the 21st Century”. Blending science, animation and a
deeply personal story, this film sparks a conversation about technology
and our individual role in creating a brighter future and more connected
world.
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Tues March 6 2012, Art Gallery of NSW, 7pm, $35
Special Guest: Dr Sam Prince, Entrepreneur, Aid Worker & Doctor
Musicians: Abby Dobson, ARIA nominated Singer + Carla Thackrah, Flautist, Formerly with Australian Opera
What legacy do you want to leave? Research shows that
working to create a legacy is essential for cultivating deep meaning in
life. Dr Sam Prince works as a doctor, runs a $12 million chain of
restaurants, has founded 15 schools in Asia and helps feed 1 million
people a year in poor nations. Did I mention he was 27 years of age? He
has been awarded the Most Outstanding Young Person in the World, ACT Young Australian of the Year and the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year. We’ll also be treated to the celebrated musician Carla Thackrah and ARIA
nominated Abby Dobson whose music goes straight to the heart. Come
along and leave with the inspiration to live the kind of life you want
to live.
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Mon Feb 27 2012, Randwick Ritz, 7pm, $25
What do George Lucas, Richard Gere and
the Dalai Lama have in Common? Join a very touching journey of teenagers
from California, Nigeria and India who are exploring the nature of
lasting happiness. Along the way they engage in conversations with
George Lucas, Richard Gere, Neuroscientist Richard Davidson and a rare
private interview with the Dalai Lama. If you are interested in
exploring a happier and more meaningful life, you’ll love this film. Of
course, enjoy a meal in the village or a couple of drinks with friends
at the Ritz Bar before or after the screening. Note: If you can twist their arms, teenagers would also enjoy this film.
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Wed Dec 14, Randwick Ritz, 7pm, $25
Special Guest: Steve Hutunsky, Producer (Cold Mountain, The Human Stain)
Is there more to life than meets the eye? Join us for this Sydney screening of WAKE UP – followed by a discussion with award winning Producer from the US Steve Hutunsky (Cold Mountain, The Human Stain). The film follows the journey of Jonas Elrod who was leading an ordinary life until he woke up one day to a totally new reality. He suddenly could see and hear angels, auras and other phenomena. In a search for answers, he encounters a diverse group of teachers, scientists, mystics and spiritual healers. The film recently debuted on the Oprah Winfrey’s Network and legendary musician Sting said the film “is a call to consciousness to everyone who sees it, an invitation to accept that there is more to this life than meets the eye.”
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Fri Dec 9, Art Gallery of NSW, 7pm, $35
Special Guest: Ronni Kahn, Australian of the Year, Founder Oz Harvest
Musicians: Dave Ireland, Former headline act for Aerosmith
Do you want to make a difference and live more from your heart? Join us for an evening of live music + meditation and uplifting conversation with Australian of the Year and Founder of the inspirational OzHarvest, Ronni Kahn. OzHarvest, collects and delivers leftover food from restaurants and delivers it to people in need and they have just celebrated serving 10 million meals to the less fortunate! Ronni appeared as a guest of the Dalai Lama on Masterchef and is one of the most inspiring and compassionate people I know. In the spirit of Occupy everything – this is an invitation to ‘Occupy Your Heart’
Oz Harvest Info
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Mon Sept 26, Art Gallery of NSW, 7pm, $35
Overseas Guest: Dr Margaret Wheatley, world leading change agent
Musicians: Patrick James (Guitar/vocals) & Jane Elworthy (Frame drum)
Do you want to live a life of courage? How would you like to spend an evening with a world leading change agent, award winning author, speaker for the Dalai Lama's Centre and a teacher of an ancient warrior tradition? Join us at the elegant Art Gallery of NSW for an uplifting evening blending live music + meditation and a rich conversation with overseas guest, Dr. Margaret Wheatley. Margaret was educated at Harvard University and merges modern leadership, systems thinking and ancient wisdom traditions to catalyse transformation. Come along, relax in the present moment, enjoy great music and be inspired to live a life of courage and kindness.
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Mon Oct 10, Randwick Ritz, 7pm, $25
Kindness Award: Sophie Bartho & Robert Wilcher, 1$day
What makes you really happy? Fasten your theatre seatbelt for this special one-off screening of this multi-award winning film - followed by a mingle in the bar and on the balcony. Directed and produced by Roko Belic and Tom Shadyac (Nutty Professor, Patch Adams, Liar Liar), the film fuses deeply personal stories with insights from guests such as The Dalia Lama, neuroscientists and best-selling authors on how to increase happiness in life. It's all about how the new science is proving the old-age goodies of life - kindness, gratitude and creating community. Former MasterChef host, Sarah Wilson said "I cried, it's seriously a wake-up call. A happy one."
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Wednesday 2nd March 2011, 7pm Chauvel Cinema Paddington, $25
Special Guest: Petrea King, Founder of Quest For Life
Kindness Award: Justin Koonin, Little Travellers
The Women's Weekly called Petrea "an angel on earth." Come and enjoy an open and heartfelt conversation with the inspiring Petrea King who is the founder of Quest for Life, author and has worked with over 80,000 people. We will also celebrate Justin Koonin, the founder of Little Travellers that creates beautiful hand-made dolls to raise money for South African women infected by HIV/AIDS. So far over 40,000 have been sold with 100% of profits going to help HIV/AIDS in South Africa. This will be a cracker of an evening!
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