Strange Tales 聊斋, Theatrical Projections
Our expertise was enlisted in the captivating immersive theatrical production of Strange Tales 聊斋, where we served as video designers and projection specialists. Our role was to craft mesmerising projections that created moments of wonder and strange magic.
A collaboration between the renowned immersive theatre company Grid Iron and the Traverse Theatre, the production demanded bold innovation. Using motion capture and 3D character design, we created a monstrous digital character for the thrilling finale. By capturing real martial arts movements and projection mapping onto scrim material, we conjured the illusion of the creature materialising and vanishing on stage, enabling actor Pauline Lockhart to interact with it dynamically from multiple angles.
Services
Video and Animation Production
Immersive Projection Consultation
Motion Capture
Dynamic visual storytelling through projection and animation
For the Strange Tales production, we crafted innovative video design that brought the supernatural narrative to life through immersive projections. By combining motion capture, 3D character design, and projection mapping, we created a dynamic interaction between digital creatures and live actors, allowing the audience to experience the magical world in a unique and captivating way. Our work enriched the production’s atmosphere, seamlessly blending artistry and storytelling to immerse viewers in a world of wonder, illusion and strange magic.
Credits
Client
Traverse Theatre
Co-Produced
Grid Iron Theatre - Traverse Theatre
Directed By
Grid Iron Theatre
Set Design
Karen Tennent
Prop Design
Fergus Dunnet
Creative Technologists
Bright Side Studios
Video Artists
Bright Side Studios
Photography
Tommy Ga-Ken Wan
