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Virtual Reality Pop-Up

June 29 – July 14, 2022

Immerse yourself in an indigiqueer dreamscape, a forest guided by spiritual guardians from West African mythology, and a surrealist, theatrical experience of empathy.

These 3 virtual reality experiences created by trailblazing artists for OSF’s Quills Fest 2021 will be part of a 45-minute guided exploration taking place in-person at OSF's pop-up virtual reality lab in the Black Swan Theatre.

Limited timed-entry tickets are required and can be purchased online or in-person (pending availability).

Masks and proof of full vaccination including booster OR proof of recent COVID test are required for admission. COVID safety policies at OSF are subject to change. Learn more at OSF and COVID Safety.
Virtual Reality Experiences
human in the forest at night

Guardian of the Night

A virtual reality experience that immerses the viewer in a forest, where they’re guided by spiritual guardians from West African mythology.

Created by:
Dede Ayite, Michael Joseph McQuilken, Joel ‘Kachi Benson
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Anakwad

An Anishinaabe tale retold in an indigiqueer dreamscape.

Created by:
Ty Defoe, Dov Heichemer, alpha_rats
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animated sun

Ordinary Gesture

A Virtual Reality Theatrical experience that surrealizes the experience of empathy.

Created by:
Raja Feather Kelly, Illya Szilak, Cyril Tsiboulski, Christoph Mateka
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About Quills Fest:
Presented by OSF as part of the O! Digital Stage, Quills Fest is an annual festival at the intersection of live theatre and extended reality, engaging artists and audiences around the world on the web, in virtual reality, and in person. Stay tuned for Quills Fest 2022, where you can connect with artists exploring cutting-edge possibilities in storytelling.
Access & Accommodation Services:

OSF is committed to accessibility. We recognize the needs of persons with disabilities and strive to make our facilities and productions accessible to all.

To inquire about accessibility needs, contact our Box Office at [email protected] or call (800) 219-8161. We require requests 48 hours in advance.

Box Office phone hours are 12pm–8pm on Tuesday–Saturday and 12pm–4pm on Sunday.
Box Office hours are subject to change.

Our 2022 Season