Creative Challenges and Shifts in Reception The Underwater Bubble Show

This lecture explores the transformations shaping theatre audiences in the digital age, examining how spectators’ expectations and modes of engagement with live performance have evolved. It considers the characteristics of today’s audience, including cultural references and the influence of digital media, and the challenges this presents for theatre-makers in creating work that builds lasting connections. The lecture also highlights the role of scenography and new technologies in reshaping the viewing experience, emphasising the audience as an active partner in the creative process. An open discussion will follow.