Williamsburg, VA
The Final Seance
one final attempt to reach the great beyond
ABOUT THE SHOW Dear guest… you are cordially invited to join the illustrious Sir Arthur Conan Doyle for one final attempt to reach the great beyond. For the last 10 years, Sir Doyle has been trying to contact the illustrious and passed Mr. Harry Houdini to try and reconnect with his dear friend and prove that there is an afterlife. However, each year has proven futile. After years of disappointment, Doyle has decided to end his search with one final journey into the unknown. Tonight's festivities will be that attempt and will require the strongest mediums and psychics to join. Will you heed the invitation and try to reach the other side? The Final Seance is an immersive theatre performance by The Exposure Project. This 45-minute experience will make you part of the show as one of the attendees to try and conjure a spirit from the great beyond. The seance is a seated experience that includes flashing lights, fire, and light interaction. The show is for 10 people. Dress to impress. ABOUT JAMES LOPEZ James Lopez is the founder of the Exposure Project. Coming from the world of Magic, James originally started his career as a stage actor and magician and has since moved to producing and creating original shows and concepts. James applies magic thinking to immersive theater and installation performances. Through continuing education in various tools and technologies, James explores how to create better audience buy-in and lead people down what magicians call The Magic Way. By focusing on storytelling and sensory awareness, James aims to create magical realism in all projects he works on. James is based in Colorado and consults on various projects for theaters and organizations nationwide.
Audience Role
This 45-minute experience will make you part of the show as one of the attendees to try and conjure a spirit from the great beyond. The seance is a seated experience that includes flashing lights, fire, and light interaction. The show is for 10 people. Dress to impress.
Ages: 18 +
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About Ampersand Arts
The Ampersand International Arts Festival (AIAF) strives to foster a better understanding of art’s place within the world by showcasing a diverse array of artists and their work. The week-long event features special guests, films, author talks, and live music, theater, and dance performances. AIAF seeks to encourage and inspire the next generation of artists and industry professionals. The festival’s Industry Summit features professional workshops, panel discussions, and Q&A sessions with special guests and W&M alumni. These events offer attendees an opportunity to engage directly with artists and professionals working in the arts to learn more about their craft and career paths. All of these sessions are free and open to the public. Ensuring everyone has the opportunity to enjoy the arts is a central part of AIAF’s mission. Many programs are offered with free admission. Additionally, all current William & Mary students may attend festival programs for free. The City of Williamsburg sponsors AIAF as part of their initiatives to foster a more vibrant community, diversify local tourism, and support town-gown initiatives.