Play Rotterdam: The Magic of Authentic Relating

About this event

We're back with a new edition of our Authentic Relating night! It's a space to slow down and, through (new) games, cultivate playful curiosity towards ourselves and each other.

“Authenticity is acting and speaking in alignment with our inner feelings, desires and needs. Authentic relating (AR) is the practice of bringing our truth into connection with others’, so that we can weave a more rich and truthful human experience”
- Authentic Relating Games Manual

During any moment there can be multiple authentic behaviors possible, a large part of the practice is becoming more aware what those are, how they shift, and choosing authentic behaviors that invite more connection with others.

This evening we’ll play a set of AR games; a simple example is the “Noticing game”, 35 seconds of this video:
https://youtu.be/byQ_J9COFCU

There are hundreds of games that can be categorized by the main ways they impact participants. Some focus on grounding (connecting to self, present environment and sensations), other games build-up self-awareness (which can be surprisingly nurtured by interaction with others), while others focus on self-expression, touch, empathy and much more!

This evening the focus will be mainly on curiosity: cultivating a sense of wonder, or examining the confusing, or welcoming the unexpected. You can expect to slow down, get into your body a bit, have a laugh, be surprised and come into playful connection with fellow humans.

🗓️ PRACTICAL ASPECTS

Facilitated by Niko Zhlebinkov (they/them), an improv theater enthusiast driven by curiosity and connection. They’ve facilitated several events and are connected to many communities that inspire them, including PLAY.

Language: English (Dutch speakers are welcome!)

SCHEDULE
19:00 — Doors open & landing
19:20 — Please arrive for the group opening
19:30 — Doors close, late entry not permitted to preserve the group container.
22:00 — End of workshop
22:00–22:30 — Chill space & afterglow

LOCATION
Welcome to the ceremonial attic at Struitenweg 33B, Rotterdam (Oud Charlois). The venue is easily reached by bus 44 from Rotterdam Central (15 min ride + 10 min walk).

TICKETS
We use a sliding price scale:

Supported: For those short on cash. These tickets have limited availability.
Standard: Regular price.
Supporter: For those who want to support the community. With this ticket, you make an extra Supported ticket available.

ABOUT PLAY!
Play Community is the place for conscious, playful people who want to feel alive. Our events are a "natural high": no alcohol or drugs. Be real, come as you are. PLAY! is in Utrecht, Zwolle, Eindhoven, Nijmegen, Breda, Enschede and Rotterdam.