Project Pitch

The Game

The Game is an innovative operatic stage work by British-Turkish composer Elif Nur Karlıdağ, blending opera with a narrative-driven video game to push the boundaries of both art forms.

This dark comedy explores humanity’s relationship with technology through a Sisyphean narrative, where a player navigates a site responsive, absurd game environment – a maze with infinite iterations of their own making. Featuring a live, on-stage gameplay, The Game immerses audiences in a humorous and thought-provoking exploration of existence and digital culture.

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Photo: Claire Shovelton

Presenter:

Elif Nur Karlıdağ (Turkey/United Kingdom)
Composer, Independent