The Seance 2016

2016 | Devised Work

Written and performed by Matt Cooper, Nate Dendy, and Vinny DePonto, Séance was an immersive recreation of turn-of-the-century medium demonstrations. These talented performers meticulously brought to life the eerie and enchanting world of spiritualism, captivating their audience with both historical accuracy and theatrical flair.

Each séance was set in the opulent living rooms of New York City's elite, where velvet drapes, antique furniture, and dim candlelight transported participants back to a time when the boundary between the living and the dead seemed tantalizingly thin. The performers channeled the mystique of renowned mediums, creating an atmosphere thick with suspense and intrigue.

During these intimate gatherings, communications from the dead were vividly portrayed through a series of meticulously crafted illusions and psychological feats. The séance table would tremble, ghostly whispers would fill the air, and mysterious messages would appear from beyond the veil. The trio of Cooper, Dendy, and DePonto skillfully blended magic and theatricality, leaving their audience spellbound and questioning the nature of reality.

The immersive experience not only entertained but also offered a thought-provoking exploration of the human desire to connect with the beyond, making each performance a memorable and haunting journey into the supernatural.