The Ethics of Being Young: A special presentation in partnership with Sydney Theatre Company

The decisions we make when we’re young can have a profound impact on the course of our life or the lives of others.
But how do you navigate a big, complex world when you are yet to experience much of it? How can you juggle the values of your family with those of your friends? What do you owe to the past and the current world, and how do you shape your future from that?

Inspired by the story and themes of Dear Evan Hansen, this very special session of The Ethics of Being Young is not for the young alone, but for all of us finding our way through the mess and morality of friendship, grief, mental health and the question ‘who AM I?’.

Two incredible young thinkers Masego Pitso (Is God Is, Picnic at Hanging Rock 2025) and Phaedra Carantinos will join host philosopher Dr Tim Dean, live and unfiltered, to unravel the real experiences, responsibilities and challenges of being young.

Expect things to get spicy as they reflect on the uncomfortable tensions inherit in today’s complex world: social media saturation, cancel culture, self-censorship, identity politics, maintaining hope while facing an uncertain future and more

This special presentation offers fans a chance to experience The Ethics of... in the fresh, inspiring surrounds of Sydney Theatre Company, to coincide with their season of Broadway smash hit Dear Evan Hansen.

About The Ethics Of

‘The Ethics of…’ is an event series where we freely examine the experiences, hopes and challenges that make us truly human; from the good to the bad and everything in between. Each event is an intimate conversation, led by a philosopher, with opportunities for the audience to share their experiences, views and learn from each other. Join us for this important and interactive event, held both in person and livestreamed, about the ways we connect with each other.

On Demand Ticket

The on demand recording will be available to watch for up to 14 days post-event (21 November, 2024).
Booking fees apply

Free digital tickets for members of The Ethics Centre
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This series is supported by NSW Government through Create NSW.