Bringing the idea of commensality to the virtual world and demonstrating that we can create emotional connections even during times of social isolation.

The Virtual Table is a multisensory dining concept designed to bring people together around a virtual dining table to reconnect to themselves by sharing a meal, listening to live musical performances and engaging in meaningful conversations - all centered around a universal theme or topic. The concept was created in early 2020 to address the feeling of loneliness, isolation and disconnection brought on by the global pandemic, and was designed as a safe space in which people could be their authentic selves and experience real human connection. During periods of lockdown, we hosted Virtual Tables for the public twice a month and now continue hosting them for organizations who work remotely and are looking for creative ways to help their teams connect emotionally.

”The Virtual Table was the BEST part of my week, and a really great break from what Zoom has become.”
- Guest at The Virtual Table -ON COURAGE

“It was a very moving experience and the closest to real human contact I felt in over a month!”
- Musician at The Virtual Table - ON FREEDOM

The themes we’ve explored range from Identity, to Home, to Trust to Play, to name a few. Below are some examples of Virtual Tables we’ve hosted:

ON TRUST

In these challenging times, when obtaining reliable information is vital, yet fake news is rampant, causing confusion and anxiety, who and how do we trust?

At this Table, we explore the concept of TRUST and what we need in order to trust each other, our leaders and most importantly, ourselves...especially during times of uncertainty when there are no definitive answers.

ON COURAGE

One thing that became very apparent during the pandemic is that the 'heroes' of our time are not those who are the strongest physically or those who hold the most power, but the ordinary people who, despite their fears, are risking their lives each and every day to serve and protect the rest of us. We all have the ability to act courageously, both for others and for ourselves…

At this Table, we explore the concept of COURAGE through all our senses and through various perspectives.

ON MAGIC

Life is all about choices. We can choose to believe we live in what some refer to as the 'real' world - one of limitations and predestined outcomes. Or, alternatively, we can choose to see the mystery and wonder in a world where anything is possible....where miracles happen each and every day.

At this Table, we explore the concept of MAGIC through all our senses, different perspectives and spellbinding musical performances.