SCI-FI: Mythologies Transformed — Science Gallery Melbourne

Overview

Science fiction is a bold and beautiful canvas of storytelling captivating the imagination of millions. Be it massive multimedia franchises like Star Wars or little-known short stories, science fiction works wonders.

Any sci-fi fan should make plans to visit the University of Melbourne's Science Gallery for SCI-FI: Mythologies Transformed. This exhibit is a study of the genre, involving a series of works that trace its potential origins in Asian philosophy and spirituality. As the Australian debut of the exhibition, it will also incorporate First Nations perspective and knowledge.

Namahage in Tokyo (2017) by Etsuko Ichihara (JP). (Etsuko Ichihara and ISID OPEN INNOVATION LAB, 2017)

Additionally, as sci-fi continues to reach new levels of diversity, SCI-FI: Mythologies Transformed draws on the creativity of women and alternative voices.

You'll find all this and more represented in contemporary artworks, historical artefacts, books and cinema from the east and west alike. The exhibition is developed in a collaboration between ArtScience Museum and Science Gallery at the University of Melbourne.

SCI-FI: Mythologies Transformed opens on Saturday, August 3. Visit the website for more information or to book tickets.

Top images: Installation view of Galactica V.2 Dharma Garden (2023) by The House of Natural Fiber (ID) by Matthew Stanton, Red Silk of Fate – The Shrine (2023) by Sputniko!(JP) and Napp Studio & Architects (HK). (Courtesy of the artists.)