Drawn from a Sanskrit philosophy, we are thrilled to announce the theme for our 2026 Festival: Samarasā: Awareness. Empathy. Action.

Join us between 21 and 25 October for compelling, challenging, and honest discussions, guided by the theme that emphasises the harmony between Citta (mind), Rasa (heart), and Karsa (action).

We will reflect on how thought, feeling, and action can exist in harmony, with awareness bringing clarity, empathy building connection, and action turning insight into purpose.

We are also thrilled to reveal this year’s artwork by Balinese artist Wayan Aris Sarmanta, a young talent whose work originates from his hometown’s Batuan painting style. I hope you can become tangled up in the unified image of mythical creatures and landscapes he has created.