Sci-Fi & Squeam

10 May 2015

Post Freeplay: Georgia Symons and Theatre meets Games

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Sonja Hammer spoke to Georgia Symons who has a background in theater and live art and talked about interactive spaces like Punch Drunk and how the future of live art is in the intersection between theatre and video games.

Metanoia Theatre here

In The Dark here

At this years Freeplay : ‘Georgia spoke about the games that have influenced her and she is particularly interested in the intersection between theatre and games and the interesting work being done by theatre groups in terms of interactive dramatic experiences.’

What is Freeplay ?: ‘Freeplay is Australia’s longest-running and largest independent games festival, located in Melbourne, Australia. Freeplay draws Australia’s independent game community together at its conference, public events program, arcade, and awards. The festival joins players, makers, critics, artists, academics, and students for a critical celebration of the artistry of games and digital culture.’