The dragon-seeking crowds that gather among the trees will be transported to an augmented reality to encounter a host of virtual creatures, as well as a fairy glen, a pathway of spiders, the red witch tree and baby dragons nestled safe within their newly built dragon nursery. All are set to wow audiences throughout October.
In total there are 20 talking creatures to befriend or fear along the journey.
Dragon Matrix sets visitors off on a quest to discover six dragon stones snaffled from the Museum of Dragons and along the way they will engage with a brand new presence - The Spirit of the Dragon – a chameleon-like sculpture at Monikie Loch that entices people to sing to it
Visitors can also explore the Tag Tent and play or watch moveable animations projected on the walls.
Event creators are Edinburgh-based theatre company Vision Mechanics. They are sure to dazzle people with their imaginative show that boasts illuminated installations, stunning woodland lighting, music and, of course, giant figures and weird creatures.
After last year’s monster hit, the inaugural Dragon Quest that attracted over 5,000 visitors, tickets for the follow-up family show Dragon Matrix are now available via tickets.dragonmatrix.org.uk
You can also book tickets via the Webster Memorial Theatre, 64 High Street, Arbroath, DD11 1AW, telephone 01241 435800, email info@webstertheatre.co.uk or website www.webstertheatre.co.uk.
The Box Office is open Tues–Fri (1pm-6pm) and Sat (10am- 3pm). On performance nights, Box Office hours are extended to Tues–Fri (1pm-7.30-pm) and Sat-Mon (6pm-7.30pm)
Make sure you download the Dragon Matrix app before you come.
Creative director Symon Macintyre said, “Dragon Matrix promises to be an exciting, beautiful, engaging and entertaining night in the woods – a night like no other. Come along and be mesmerised by a magical woodland world, and explore what else lies in wait!”
The magic of Dragon Matrix is located in the woods of Monikie from Wednesday 5 until Monday 31 October 2016 (except Mondays 10, 17 and 24 October).
Event merchandise, including brilliant comics, t-shirts and torches are available, and appetites can be satisfied on-site at Café Byzantium that is offering a special takeaway and standard menu for Dragon Matrix, in addition to its excellent a la carte Friday and Saturday menu.
Kirsty Hunter, Chief Executive of ANGUSalive said, \"Angus is about to come alive for autumn as the legend of Dragon Matrix unfolds in this fantastical forest experience at Monikie Country Park. In what is the Year of Innovation, Architecture & Design, we are excited that the event showcases the digital and creative elements of this augmented reality theatre adventure.
“We look forward to welcoming people from near and far as they explore the spectacular installations around the woods and bring the talking magical creatures to life – please book in advance for your chosen show as tickets are selling fast!\"
Please be aware that the main Woodland area and access to the North Pond at Monikie Country Park will be closed from 3 to 30 October. All other walks and trails, as well as access to all facilities are open as normal.
There’s information on the Dragon Matrix Facebook page on Twitter and Instagram
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ANGUSalive (SC046133) is the culture, sport and leisure trust for the county of Angus and has been operating since December 2015.
