Drought and fires have continued to challenge us all. As an outdoor company we too continue to be affected by the extremities of heat and cold and, most recently, the smoky air from our region’s massive wildfires.
Caravan Farm Theatre has a proud legacy of producing professional outdoor theatre for over 45 years. However, we are currently dealing with financial challenges stemming from climate-related performance cancellations last year and again this season, a situation that has been aggravated by grant supports that did not come through this year.
In order to address this challenge we are postponing our much anticipated production of Labyrinth until the fall of 2024. We know this is disappointing to the many devoted audience members who look forward to our annual audio Walk of Terror production. We share your disappointment. However, we believe that taking this step will help to ensure the success of our popular Halloween Walk of Terror Processional night and the family favourite winter sleigh rideshow The Nutcracker.
We are committed to providing our community with accessible, world-class professional theatre, theatre that is uniquely reflective of the rural, agricultural region we call home. We will continue to advocate for government funding levels that reflects the size of our venue, the regional expanse of our audiences, the breadth of our community engagement, the vital resources we provide to the Canadian theatre community, and the significant economic benefits the Caravan produces for the North Okanagan .
We look forward to welcoming audiences to this year’s October 28th WOT Spectacular with Blackberry Wood and Freak Motif, and to The Nutcracker.
LABYRINTH
One way in. One way out.
A single thread to follow.
And hiding in the centre…
Something ancient.
Something monstrous.
Something very You.
Caravan Farm Theatre presents LABYRINTH, an immersive, site specific performance featuring binaural audio with professional voice artists and spectacular live performance which unfolds over a 4km walk through the woods and fields.
The Walk of Terror Audio Experience is at the intersection of cutting edge sound, environmental design and performance art: bringing you to the crossroads of what you hear and what you see.
PRAISE FOR THE 2021 & 2022 WALKS, SPARAGMOS AND SYSTEM FAILURE:
A STUNNING evening!!! Thank you Caravan Farm Theatre for making the magic happen for us all. – E.B.So well done, everything, the set and the SOUND…amazing – S.R.I had the best night here, so much fun, so much laughter, and also I was terrified! Thanks Caravan, you nailed it!! – L.S.
Includes the use of strobe, haze, fog, and disturbing images. Not recommended for children.
The walk is approximately 35 minutes with the whole experience lasting just under 60 minutes.
Each guest will receive a sanitized MP3 player and a sanitized pair of over-ear headphones.
Patrons must be onsite and ready to go ten minutes before showtime. Late arrivals will be bumped to the next showing, pending availability. Refunds will not be issued.
The walk will go on rain, shine or snow.
Come early or stay late to enjoy a fireside drink and snack. Our lobby fires will be crackling and there will be benches and picnic tables available.
Gord Oh’s Gourmet Grilled Cheese and Poutine will be onsite serving their elevated comfort food. Our Bar and Concession will be serving Crannog Ales, Hot apple Cider, Okanagan Spirits Pear Brandy, Hot Chocolate and Irish cream.
ESTELLE SHOOK Playwright, Route & Set Design
MALTE LEANDER Sound Design
JILLIAN WHITE Lighting Design
VICKI STROICH Dramaturg
STARRING KINSHIRA
What is the WOT?
Short for “Walk of Terror”, the WOT is the headline name for our two October productions: an Immersive Audio Walk, and our one night only event: The WOT Spectacular.
What is an Immersive Audio Walk?
A blend of site specific theatre, complete with live performers and a full production design, which is experienced over 3 kms through the woods and fields, while listening to a binaural audio play.
What is spatial sound?
Spatial sound is an enhanced and immersive audio experience where sounds can flow around you in three-dimensional space. This may give you a sense that a sound or audio is coming from a space in front, beside, or even above or below you.
How will I listen to the soundwalk?
You will be given a sanitized MP3 player and over ear headphones with an explanation of how and when to use it.
Can I remove the headphones while on the walk?
Yes – but please do not pause, restart, or skip the audio in any way. If you would like the full and immersive experience that this was created for, we recommend that you leave them in. The audio will give you directions on paths to go on and turns to make.
What if it Rains?
We are a hardy bunch and will go ahead with the Walk of Terror in almost all conditions, excepting a severe thunderstorm. Weather conditions are changeable, so we don’t make a call to cancel until the evening of the event. We recommend bringing an umbrella in case of light rain.
Is the WOT accessible?
The path is not wheelchair accessible.
Are Pets Allowed?
With the exception of service animals, no pets are allowed.
Is The WOT kid-friendly?
The themes and images in this year’s walk are mature. The narrative is built to arouse extreme anxiety, and some of the imagery is graphic in nature. We recommend ages 13+.
Sound can provide an intense and surreal experience, so if at any time your family becomes frightened, we simply recommend you to take one or both headphones out and to keep walking.
If you have concerns or questions, please call our Box Office!
RAIN OR SHINE
All Caravan Farm Theatre performances are held outdoors. In the event of rain the show will be relocated to our dry and covered Rain Venue, ensuring that you see the full show in comfort.
WINTER SHOW COMFORT TIPS
- The Winter Sleigh Ride Show is staged outdoors and lasts about one hour, so please dress accordingly.
- Gates open 30 minutes prior to show time.
- We recommend that you bring blankets or cushions to keep you extra cosy.
- There is a cash-only concession with hot drinks and snacks.
- We have heated, wheelchair-accessible washrooms.
- Mobility parking is located at the end of the parking lot closest to the box office booth and is marked with blue signs.
- Patrons in wheelchairs must be accompanied by someone to assist them into the sleigh. Wheelchairs are not permitted on sleighs or wagons.
- Dogs are not permitted at shows. please leave them at home rather than in your car.
- Tickets will not be refunded or rebooked due to illness, weather or road closures.
- Caravan Farm Theatre is located in the countryside North-West of Armstrong. Please factor this into your driving time. If you have not visited before, we recommend that you print out a map (click for a Google map) and have it with you when you drive.
- Please be prepared for winter driving conditions and allow extra driving time for winter conditions, as shows will not be held for latecomers.
