QUINTESSENCE: A futuristic bitesize Shakespeare VR film! Written and performed by Emily Carding – “Carding is one of the UK’s leading Shakespearean actors” The Stage – and directed by Susan Luciani.

Come and experience our Virtual Reality short film premiere, from Double Barrel Productions, telling the story of an AI robot programmed to restart humanity after an ecological apocalypse on Planet Earth, using Shakespeare’s work as its guide to humanity.

This is a perfect introduction to Shakespeare performed on stage, surrounded by futuristic visuals which you’ll be able to see 360 degrees all around you.

Drop in anytime at Bude Library 10am-5pm Sun 21 May to try our Virtual Reality headset and watch this short film. Free event at the Bude Literary Festival.

Please be advised there may be a queue to try on the VR headsets at times.

Get your free ticket HERE