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Powerhouse Museum - Building Sci-Fi Worlds

Building Sci-Fi Worlds

Program Sydney Science Festival Sydney Science Festival at Parramatta

Building Sci-Fi Worlds

Workshop

Sat 4 Oct

1–2pm

Free

FreeBookings essential

PHIVE

On Dharug Land

PHIVE, Civic Gallery, Level 4

5 Parramatta Sq, Parramatta NSW 2150

Notes

Recommended for ages 12+.

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In this hands-on workshop, writer Rehan Khan and designer Peter Gould share techniques for creating fantasy and science fiction worlds. Explore world building for sci-fi novels, games and films through guided exercises — creating unique settings, imagining future technologies and weaving in diverse cultural perspectives. Recommended for ages 12+.

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