Facades is a room-scale dance-theatre virtual reality (VR) experience by Displace Studio, created by Digital Dance Artist Kerryn Wise and Creative Technologist Ben Neal.

Inspired by iconic film scenes including Rear Window, The Wizard of Oz, and The Mirror, Facades uses the architectural features of mirrors, windows and doors as metaphors for duality, reflection and portals.

This surreal ‘VR noir’ presents hauntingly beautiful choreography from unique perspectives to expose themes of vulnerability, trust, disembodiment and isolation, inviting the viewer to step into the frame, move beyond the veneer and take a closer look.

To receive a download link, instructions and access code, book a ticket via TicketTailor here. Tickets are pay-what-you can.

Please note: you will need access to an Oculus Quest 2, a link cable/Air link and a VR-ready laptop/computer to experience Facades at home. This experience is suitable for ages 12+.

If you would like to find out more about Displace Studio, you can head to displace.org.uk or find them on social media at @StudioDisplace.

You can also experience FACADES on select dates at Midlands-based venues in Oct/Nov 2021:

• 29–30 Oct - Phoenix, Leicester SOLD OUT
• 4 Nov - VR and Performance Playday (Workshop), Lakeside Arts, Nottingham
• 5–6 Nov - BOM, Birmingham
• 12–13 Nov - Lakeside Arts, Nottingham SOLD OUT

FACADES is supported using public funding by Arts Council England with support from De Montfort University and Broadway's Near Now.