Season pop up venue, 33-35 Little Clarendon Street
Oxford
OX1 2HU
Tickets
From £10 with discounts for students, U25s and U18s.
Ticket sales will close 3 hours before the event. There may be a limited number of tickets available on the door on a first come, first served basis
Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Age Rating
11+. Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult
Performances
Timed slots available from 12 noon – 8pm daily
45 minute runtime
Please arrive 15 minutes before your start time
The first part of the event is a meditative session on bean bags. The second part is seated on chairs.
If you require a wheelchair space for this event, please call 01865 305 305 or email boxoffice@oxfordplayhouse.com for further assistance.
An immersive journey through the breathing body narrated by Academy Award-winning actor Cate Blanchett
Direct from the Cannes Film Festival, and premiering for the first time in the UK, EVOLVER is an immersive virtual reality experience that pushes the frontiers of film, technology and medical science. This deep dive inside the human body takes you through the processes that sustain all life. Air travels from the mouth into the lungs, whirling like a tornado, before circulating the complex rivers and tributaries of our cardiovascular system and back into the natural world.
EVOLVER’s unique journey unfolds with narration from Cate Blanchett, alongside opening music from musician and producer Jon Hopkins. The score also features music by Jonny Greenwood, Meredith Monk, Jóhann Jóhannsson and Howard Skempton.
★★★★★ “As beautiful as it is philosophical” The Independent
“A mesmerising representation of the human body… It’s a stunning work of exquisite educational power.” Cool Hunting
Narrated By: Cate Blanchett Featuring music by: Jonny Greenwood, Meredith Monk, Jóhann Jóhannsson, Howard Skempton and Jon Hopkins. Executive Produced by: Edward R. Pressman and Terrence Malick, supported by Nicole Shanahan & Bia-Echo Foundation.
An Atlas V, Pressman Film, Dirty Films, Marshmallow Laser Feast and Orange production.
In association with Artizen. Producers: Antoine Cayrol and Sam Pressman. Executive Producers: Nicole Shanahan, Cate Blanchett, Coco Francini, Andrew Upton, Nell Whitley, Mike Jones, Paula Paizes, René Pinnell, Arnaud Colinart, Pierre Zandrowicz, Fred Volhuer. Co-Producers: Guillaume Brunet and Morgan Bouchet. Line Producers: Martin Jowers and Emma Hamilton.
In Collaboration With Natan Sinigaglia.
Watch the trailer
Frequently asked questions
What to Expect: You will be guided through the experience by your hosts, the first part of the event is a meditative session on bean bags. The second part is seated on chairs.
Before You Arrive
Check-In: Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled time for a smooth check-in.
Bring Your Ticket: Don’t forget to bring a digital or printed copy of your ticket.
Comfortable Clothing: As you’ll be moving around and exploring different spaces, we recommend wearing comfortable shoes. There is also a slope in the flooring to be aware of but your hosts will guide you through this.
Accessibility: If you require a wheelchair space for this event, please call 01865 305 305 or email boxoffice@oxfordplayhouse.com for further assistance.
COVID-19 Guidelines: For your safety, we follow all health protocols including cleaning equipment between uses. If you have COVID symptoms or are feeling unwell we kindly ask that you do not attend.
Age guidance: VR experiences are recommended for ages 11+ but this is at parental discretion. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. ID checks may be in place to check ages for anyone who appears U18 and is not accompanied by another 18+ person.
Nausea: A small number of people may experience nausea when using VR, your hosts can support you if that is the case.
Toilets: The toilets are not intended for public use but please ask staff if you require toilet access, they can also direct you to the nearest accessible toilet.
How to Get There: If you take a bus into the centre of town it is a short ten minute walk to the venue. There is very limited charged for parking available on Little Clarendon Street, we would recommend parking at one of the larger carparks in the centre of town such as the Westgate Centre and walking for 10-15 minutes from there.
Want to Share Your Experience? We encourage you to take photos and share your experience on social media! Tag us at @oxfordculturalprogramme and use the hashtag #EvolverOxford so we can feature you.
Need Assistance? If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to us at culturalprogramme@humanities.ox.ac.uk, call 01865 305 305 or email boxoffice@oxfordplayhouse.com.
Plan your visit
Season pop up venue, 33-35 Little Clarendon Street
Oxford
OX1 2HU
Marshmallow Laser Feast (MLF) is an experiential art collective, whose work reinterprets the idea of human perception and experience. Employing a wealth of creative disciplines and underpinned by research, inviting participants to navigate with a sensory perception beyond the everyday.
In collaboration with artists, scientists, musicians, poets, programmers, engineers and many more makers, MLF has been leaving a slug trail of sensory experiences as they journey through the cosmos. Fusing architectural tools, contemporary imaging techniques and performance with tactile forms, they sculpt spaces that lay dormant until animated by playful investigation.
MLF has exhibited internationally, from London to New York, Melbourne to Seoul. Their works have been included in major exhibitions at institutions including; ACMI, Barbican Centre, YCAM, DDB Seoul, Sundance Film Festival, Quartier des Spectacles, Montreal, SXSW, Phi Centre and Lisbon Architectural Triennale.
Their works have been featured in publications such as; the Guardian, New Scientist, Wired, Independent, Creative Review, The Times and more.
