As we navigate this new container for connection, taking our in-person hangs into the virtual realm, I mentioned in my latest article We’re Online — A Different Kind of Connection, how conversation can get a bit heavy right now due to the times, and because we are dependent on conversation as our main means of connection. So I decided to pull together a list of fun, light-hearted ways to share experiences with new connections (aka go on a virtual date) while still keeping physical distance. We recommend doing the experience together, and then sharing about it with one another after! Fun fun!
See a virtual play hosted by our friends at Play Per View — A variety of live-streamed one-time-only events — including play readings, monologue nights, panel discussions, and more. Readings this week through April 17th will feature performances by MALCOLM BARRETT, Tony Award nominee MARIN IRELAND, “Community” star DANNY PUDI, HBO’s “Plot Against America” star MORGAN SPECTOR, and more! All events to benefit charities and arts organizations impacted by the current events.
Take an online fitness or yoga class on The Movement Platform. This contribution-based fitness and yoga studio offers daily, 30-minute classes from boxing, to HIIT, Kundalini yoga, and more!
Go to New York’s best arts showcase — an evening of authentic expression called Fear/Love with Echt. A night of comedy, music, story-telling, poetry and more shared live on Zoom. Check their IG bio daily for updates on the links for the performances.
Meditate together with Breath Connection. A community that meets to breathe together on Zoom. Zoom link and updates shared on their instagram.
Go to a live stream dance party with The Get Down.
And if you’re looking to connect while hangin’ solo…
Try humhum’s conscious virtual speed-dating experience to make new connections, enjoy group mindfulness practices, and light-hearted, meaningful guided one-on-one conversations with several new humans.
Send me other great things you’ve tried — hello(at)humhum(dot)space
