Wake the Tiger: A Student Review for Wessex Student
Imagine discovering an abandoned warehouse in Bristol—then descending into a labyrinth of wonder and creativity. Wake the Tiger isn’t your average day out—it’s a mind-bending journey into a fantasy realm called Meridia, crafted by some of the same creative minds behind the immersive Boomtown Festival, including director Luke Mitchell
The Essentials (From a Student Perspective)
- Creators & Creative DNA
Spearheaded by Luke Mitchell, alongside Chris Rutherford and Graham MacVoy, Wake the Tiger draws directly on the immersive ethos of Boomtown, transformed into a permanent, year-round arts experience - Art, Design & Exploration
This isn’t merely performance art. It’s a sensory playground—over 45 minutes to more than 3 hours of self-directed exploration through rooms stacked with hidden puzzles, atmospheric lighting, tactile interactions, and surreal vignettes Wake The Tiger. - Student-Ready Highlights
- Perfect break from routine: Step out of lectures and into something truly imaginative—great for recharging creative batteries.
- Narrative meets discovery: You choose your journey—and may find yourself swept into the story of Meridia.
- Shareable visuals: Instagram gold—neon forests, secret passageways, photogenic oddities abound.
- Budget-smart outings: Offers off-peak and student-friendly sessions. Plus, “After Hours” adult-only evenings serve up a cocktail of art and atmosphere—ideal for an unconventional date or creative hangout Wake The Tiger.
- What I Loved
A uniquely immersive experience that sparks curiosity at every turn—just the kind of creative escape students adore. - Heads-Up
The opening sequences that feature animators (rather than immersive storytelling) can feel a bit cheesy to some—though most agree it’s a minor hiccup in a largely surreal adventure
Student Summation for Wessex Student Readers
Wake the Tiger takes immersive art to a whole new level—layering design, theatre, and narrative into a single walk-through experience. As university students juggling deadlines and creative courses, this is more than a fun outing—it’s a spark for your own projects, essays, or portfolio work. Plus, knowing that the creative backbone stems from the same team that revolutionised live immersive festivals like Boomtown (thanks in part to Luke Mitchell), makes it especially relevant to anyone studying media, arts, design, or culture.