Punchdrunk's latest production, Viola's Room, marks a deviation from its usual immersive style by providing a singular path for audience participation. This adaptation of Barry Pain's 1901 gothic mystery story follows Princess Viola as she explores a shadowy dream world, losing her sense of self. The show emphasizes physical activation of the audience, challenging them to make decisions within a controlled environment, creating an intense experience. Felix Barrett, Punchdrunk's founder, considers this production his favorite due to its rich atmosphere and unique storytelling.
"What Punchdrunk is all about is a physical activation of the body. It's about putting the audience at the center," Punchdrunk's founder, Felix Barrett, explained. "If you're stood up, and you are having to make decisions, or you're having to deal with a perceived threat, suddenly the flood of adrenaline sends all your blood to your skin."
Viola's Room, adapted from a 1901 gothic mystery story by Barry Pain, follows Princess Viola as she leaves the safety of her home into a shadowy dream world.
The Punchdrunk adaptation was written by Daisy Johnson, noted for her Booker Prize short-listed works, and is characterized by a highly controlled atmosphere.
Felix Barrett, the founder of Punchdrunk, expressed that Viola's Room is his favorite production of theirs due to its unique atmosphere and controlled setting.
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