In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats
Tickets: £24.50 / Under 26: £16
In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats is an experience designed for groups of 1-4 people. If you book fewer than 4 tickets, other visitors may join your group.
Please arrive 10 minutes before your time slot.
VR experiences may be unsuitable for people with photosensitive epilepsy or a history of seizures. They may also be unsuitable for those who are pregnant or wear pacemakers.
It's 1989 and finding the party is the only thing that matters.
Travel back in time to the heart of the Acid House scene with the UK's biggest VR experience.
This ground-breaking experience was created for, and about, Coventry and is coming home bigger and better than ever!
Using technology to create a truly collective experience, groups of four people can share the same virtual space and interact together as rave culture pioneers.
The rave scene has always been about organic, energised communities creating shared experiences in physical and spiritual spaces. With the newest version of this virtual reality adventure, In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats honours that spirit and unifies us all in a new and transformative way.
Following the VR experience, there is a small exhibition containing archive and other audio-visual materials exploring the British Acid House scene to enjoy at your leisure.
Listen to the Spotify playlist
In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats was created by immersive artist Darren Emerson and produced by East City Films, with the original version funded by the BFI awarding National Lottery funding and Coventry City of Culture Trust. The tour is jointly supported by Arts Council England and BFI National Lottery Audience Projects Fund. East City Films also received funding from Innovate UK, which is all about helping innovative ideas to flourish.
East City Films is creating 'experiences of the future'. Experiences that take audiences on incredible journeys to the past to reconnect with our shared history and humanity. Experiences that are leading the convergence of theatre, film, music, gaming and visual art to create epic adventures that audiences will never forget.
"Put your hands in the air for an euphoric experience"The List
"I feel nostalgic for something I never actually knew"The Guardian
"10/10, 5 stars, everything, absolutely phenomenal"Mixmag
Watch the trailer
FAQs
What is a Virtual Reality experience?
Virtual Reality (VR) is the use of computer technology to create a simulated world. Guests will wear a headset, over the ear headphones and a haptic vest.
What should I expect?
The whole experience takes place in an installation space in which visitors wear a VR headset. During the 1 hour experience you are invited to move around in the space wearing the headset, engaging with virtual and physical/sensory experiences. This has been designed to feel safe, and to be as intuitive, enjoyable and accessible as possible for everyone.
Do I need to bring anything?
You don’t need to bring anything for the experience. Glasses of an average size (142mm x 50mm) can be worn under the Virtual Reality headset, but some people find it more comfortable to wear contact lenses.
Are there any health and safety concerns?
Most people do not experience any negative reactions to Virtual Reality. However, VR may be disorientating for individuals who are neurodivergent, have hearing or sight impairments, or experience vertigo, epilepsy, dizziness, seizures, motion sickness or fainting.
If you are pregnant or have a pacemaker, please consult with your GP before taking part.
Trained facilitators will be on hand to provide support and guidance throughout the experience should you require it.
We thoroughly clean and sanitise all equipment, including headsets and headphones, with hospital-grade antibacterial wipes before each use.
Babies in slings are not permitted inside the experience.
Any guests arriving for the experience who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to take part.
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