In connection with the exhibition Daddy Issues, Gammel Strand presents a series of conversations exploring masculinity. We delve into archetypal narratives of the dominant patriarch, the inspiring — yet often absent — father, and a new generation of men grappling with the desire to become fathers in a world that constantly challenges our understanding of gender and masculinity.

The talks are moderated by Kristoffer Zøllner — father, son, author and journalist. Together with a range of guests, he explores complex father–child relationships and stories of failure, demonisation, mirroring, confrontation, abuse, idealisation — and all the grey areas in between.

Free for members, but booking is required. The talk will be held in Danish.

Confronting the Father
Kaspar Bonnén & Thomas Boberg

23 April, 17:00–18:00

In 2020, visual artist Kaspar Bonnén (b. 1968) published the book Behind My Father, reflecting on a lifelong search for the attention of his father, the artist Peter Bonnén (1945–2022). The book explores why their relationship was so fraught, while also expressing a hope for reconciliation.

Author Thomas Boberg (b. 1960) has also written about his father, the artist Jørgen Boberg (1940–2009), in the poetry collection 69 Demons. Here, he confronts the father figure and the idea of the father as patriarch, origin and demon — a presence that, in different forms, has shaped and troubled those around him.

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Join us for Art & Coffee at Gammel Strand, where you will get a guided tour of the exhibition and finish with a cup of coffee in our café Lille Fugl.

Price: 125 DKK (includes admission, guided tour and coffee)
Members: 25 DKK

The guided tours will be held in Danish.

19 April, 14:00–15:00. Buy your ticket here

3 May, 14:00–15:00. Buy your ticket here