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Sir Ian McKellen to appear as a hologram in the Manchester premiere of An Ark
Overview
Sir Ian McKellen is set to star in the European premiere of the play An Ark at Manchester's Factory International Aviva Studios, performing in 3D holographic form. The production, written by Simon Stephens, also features Golda Rosheuvel as a hologram, alongside a cast including Arinze Kene and Rosie Sheehy. The holographic performances were captured using 52 cameras. The play is scheduled to run from 27 March to 10 April following its earlier debut in New York.
Key points
- Sir Ian McKellen will perform as a 3D hologram in the European premiere of the play An Ark.
- The production will take place at Manchester's Factory International Aviva Studios from 27 March to 10 April.
- The play is written by Simon Stephens and previously debuted in New York.
- Golda Rosheuvel also appears in holographic form, with the 3D effects achieved by filming actors using 52 cameras.
- The cast is completed by West End star Arinze Kene and actress Rosie Sheehy.