The Virtual Reality Diary of Attica Lehane

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You're in a bunker, hiding from a relentless surveillance state. How do you stay sane? 

Attica's secret weapon is VR, painting expansive virtual worlds, while the real world crumbles around her. She records her story in a series of virtual reality diaries. Tragic, funny and inspiring in equal measure, these are an emotional reminder that the future is created today, and emerging technologies need to be nurtured if they are to be a force for creativity as opposed to control.
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This innovative piece of music-theatre combines book and lyrics by award-winning musical theatre creator Leo Mercer and a a stunning cello-driven pop-classical soundtrack by Talia Erdal, composer and lead cellist of the Jerusalem State Orchestra.

This production had a 2 week R&D and final showing at the Drama Studio Theatre, Sheffield, in May 2023 funded by Arts Council England. It received incredible feedback and will be further developed.

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Director Sophie Flack
Set, Costume and Lighting Design Jake Smart
Book and Lyrics Leo Mercer
Composer Talia Erdal
Sound Design Dan Mawson
Video Design Sam Gee
VR Art Kayleigh Eliza
​Photography Marta Muszynska
Attica Lehane Jasmine Jules Andrews

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