What if you could hear someone’s thoughts?…
This question lies at the heart of Where We Meet, an innovative and immersive dance theatre experience that uses wearable technology to explore connection in a world often defined by disconnection.
Running from 28th February to 2nd March 2025 at The Cockpit in London, with a total of 16 performances over three days, Unwired Dance Theatre is delighted to present Where We Meet; a highly innovative performance that combines contemporary dance, immersive performance, and extended reality (XR) technology to offer audiences a deeply personal and interactive experience.
A New Dimension of Storytelling: Audiences can choose their own narrative journey by stepping into the minds of three distinct characters. Using custom-designed headsets and spatial audio, participants can hear the inner monologues of the characters as they move closer to them, unveiling intimate thoughts and emotions.
The dancers, equipped with wearable technology, can affect what thoughts they share with the audience by adapting to the presence of the participants around them, making each performance truly unique.
The performance introduces Becki, a social butterfly seeking meaningful connection over fleeting interactions, Adam, a driven perfectionist reevaluating the meaning of success and Faith, a reformed self-critic reimagining her relationship with her body.
The characters’ stories were inspired by real-life conversations and experiences, forming the foundation for each character’s inner monologue.
These texts influenced the choreography, which includes signature “movement cells” that express each character’s essence. Dancers adapt these movements in real-time, responding to the audience’s interactions, via their use of wearable technology and real-time adaptations, which ensures an ever-changing audience journey, making each performance uniquely personal
To cater to varying levels of engagement, Where We Meet offers two distinct ticket types:
- The Immersive Explorer: For active participants who wish to fully engage with the interactive elements. Wearing a headset and tracker, these participants will move freely through the space, connecting with characters through optional interactions or quiet observation.
- The Compassionate Observer: For those preferring a seated experience, this ticket provides headphones and a tablet, allowing participants to connect with characters virtually while remaining in their seat.
The wearable technology at the heart of the production, designed by Unwired Dance Theatre, uses motion capture, XR technology, and spatial audio to foster real-life connections. Unlike traditional XR, this technology bridges the gap between digital innovation and human intimacy, making audience members active participants in the story.
Led by Artistic Director and Creative Technologist Clemence Debaig, Unwired Dance Theatre is known for pushing the boundaries of dance and technology. The company takes a contemporary dance approach; the emphasis on character exploration and audience interaction results in a performance that blends modern dance elements with innovative storytelling techniques. ‘Where We Meet’ also features hip-hop dancer (Ryan Naiken), who brings an expanded movement vocabulary to the work.
Collaborating with Co-Director and Wellbeing Coach Livia Massarelli, the team has created a performance that aims to not only entertain but also to create a real sense of empathy and understanding.
Where We Meet: The Cockpit Theatre, Gateforth Street, London NW8 8EH
Friday, 28th February 2025: 5:00pm, 6:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:45pm
Saturday, 1st March 2025: 2:00pm, 3:15pm, 4:30pm, 6:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:45pm
Sunday, 2nd March 2025: 1:00pm, 2:15pm, 3:30pm, 5:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:45pm
The Cockpit
