19. Travelling

Dear conversationalists,

This year, in order to talk about "Travelling" we are going to start by dealing with a different way of travelling: dark tourism, or visiting places connected with history, tragedy, or past events. In this video, the speaker begins with a surprising visit to a cemetery in Buenos Aires and explains how this experience changed her idea of tourism. It shows that travelling is not only about relaxation or entertainment. Many people travel to learn about the past. While watching, think about why people choose to visit these kind of places and how tourists should behave when they go there.

Have a great weekend! 

18. Shows

Hi there!

Shows and live performance have always played an important role in culture and social life. In this video, the playwright Tony Kushner reflects on what makes theatre unique, especially the power of live performance, the role of the audience, and the difference between theatre and other forms of media.

The video offers a thoughtful perspective on theatre as a shared experience and as a space for interpretation, imagination and reflection. It is a good opportunity to practise listening at B2 level and to work with more abstract ideas related to art, performance and culture:

 

Have a great weekend!