Message Bank

You’re handed a phone, a briefcase, and the chance to listen in on the secret lives of others.

You’re handed a phone, a briefcase, and the chance to listen in on the secret lives of others. But beware, the power to peek behind the curtain cuts both ways.

This 45-minute immersive audio experience from Parramatta based creative studio Operated Coin tells the story of Charlie, a recruit responsible for listening in on the secret lives of others. Reunions, break ups, conspiracy theories sprinkled with truth and deals done out of sight all require the ear of Charlie to decide who amongst them is innocent and who could disrupt the peace. Audiences take on the role of Charlie as they navigate Parramatta Square to unlock stories of those around them as well as the identity of Charlie themself.

Message Bank combines location-based media and binaural audio with a story of intrigue, paranoia, and mischief to deliver an ambitious and innovative audio experience for Parramatta Square.

Season:
Message Bank premiered as part of Sydney Festival ’23.
 
Venue:
Parramatta Square
 
Duration:
45 minutes
 
Creative team:
Director & Writer Nick Atkins
Writer Challito Browne
Writer Monikka Eliah
Designer Katja Handt
Sound Designer Peter Kennard
Digital Artist Robert Polmear
Creative Producer Katrina Douglas
Production Observer Lily Hayman
Cast
Challito Browne
Naomi Kennard
Andrew Lindqvist
Masego Pitso
Kate Worsley 
 
Supporters:
Message Bank is presented as part of Sydney Festival and has been supported by City of Parramatta, Create NSW and the Australia Council for the Arts.
 
For more information about the development and production of Message Bank contact us.
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