The Performance Sanctuary

In a society of a greater move away from traditional religion, there exists a need for a shared experience to fill this space in an ever chaotic life, giving greater meaning to the everyday experience. The Performance Sanctuary is a travelling, floating theatre bringing people together, connecting over choir and song to elicit a feeling of collective effervescence. Ideas from traditional religions such as belonging and powerful shared collective moments between strangers have inspired the design. A growing agnostic population and loss of traditional institutions of community has lent for this space to take inspiration from ideas that traditional religion fosters.

Pre performance gathering on outer deck leaving Circular Quay

Post performance gathering on outer deck among the peace and nature of Taylor’s Bay, Mosman

Potential theatre routes and docking bays around Sydney Harbour from Circular Quay

1:100 Sectional Perspective @ A1

1:200 laser cut basswood model of vessel