The Vaults is London’s home for immersive theater and alternative arts. Their mission is to collaborate and conspire, embracing artists from all walks of life to come together and inspire others.
Set in a maze of disused railway arches under Waterloo station in London, they encourage those that have a natural affinity to the unusual, the daring and the unknown. They want talented artists from every vocation to mutate their art; to make stuff that is challenging, accessible and imaginative. They are unparalleled, they are unexpected and they are under your feet.
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THEIR AIMS
The Vaults is London's home for immersive theater, and we strive to continue to be so by supporting and co-producing with innovative immersive theater makers; fusing together art forms and championing unsung voices. They want to make immersive experiences for Everyone, and focus on big and current ideas told in outlandish, accessible and most of all, FUN, ways.
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By supporting and co-producing innovative immersive theater makers, they contribute significantly to society in several ways:
- Promoting Diversity and Inclusion: The Vaults champions unsung voices, providing a platform for underrepresented artists to share their stories and perspectives.
- Fostering Creativity and Innovation: By fusing different art forms and encouraging experimental approaches, The Vaults inspires creativity and innovation in the immersive theater genre.
- Making Immersive Experiences Accessible: The organization strives to create experiences for everyone, ensuring that immersive theater is inclusive and enjoyable for a broad audience.
- Addressing Current and Relevant Issues: The Vaults focuses on tackling big and current ideas, using immersive theater to spark conversations and raise awareness about important social topics.
- Supporting Emerging Artists: By providing a platform for new and innovative creators, The Vaults contributes to the development of emerging talent in the immersive theater industry.
The reasons for The Vaults' establishment are rooted in a desire to:
- Challenge Conventional Theater Norms: The organization aims to break away from traditional theater formats and create a new, immersive experience that engages audiences in innovative ways.
- Provide a Platform for Underrepresented Voices: The Vaults seeks to amplify the voices and stories of marginalized communities, promoting diversity and inclusion in the arts.
- Create a Hub for Immersive Theater: By establishing a dedicated space for immersive theater, The Vaults provides a focal point for creators, audiences, and the wider community to come together and experience innovative storytelling.
The Vaults' contributions to society are significant, as they promote inclusivity, creativity, and innovation in the arts, while providing a platform for underrepresented voices and tackling important social issues.
