Zoe Flint is a performer and director specialising in immersive theatre, as well as the artistic director of Parabolic Theatre. She is the Associate Artist for Parabolic Theatre and a Creative Associate at Bridge Command, the critically acclaimed sci-fi immersive experience which allows you to be part of the bridge crew of a classic science fiction style starship and go on missions. We caught up with Zoe to find out more.
How did you end up working for Bridge Command?
I was one of the original team who co-created the initial R&D low-budget, version of Bridge Command in 2019 and I have been with the project ever since.
How does it compare to previous work you’ve done?
Bridge Command is certainly the most technically complex show I have ever worked on. What is particularly wonderful about this project is how it manages to achieve excellent artistry in a sci-fi setting.
And how would you describe Bridge Command to someone who has ‘opinions’ on how Starships work?
Bridge Command is an experience that allows its audience to step into our original sci-fi universe and take their place within the bridge crew of one of our Starships, giving them the opportunity to be the best version of themselves in a familiar feeling sci-fi setting.
How do you prepare for a role like this?
The expectations and demands on any performer working on this project are extremely high. Bridge Command’s performers portray many different characters, each of whom must be complex, compelling, and able to adapt to the needs of the audience seamlessly and quickly. We spend a lot of time investing and training our performers to be able to do this.
What’s your favourite way to warm up for this role?
A few stretches and a quick vocal warm up is usually all we have time for. A big coffee is definitely essential too.
What key thing does every performer need to know for Bridge Command?
That your role is to serve the story and the world of the show. That and which ship you’re supposed to be on.
What is the most rewarding part of your job?
Seeing the wonderful community of players that Bridge Command has organically created. Dozens of unlikely friendships between people who would have otherwise never met.
Is this the future of entertainment?
I believe so. Immersive experiences have often been called ‘theatre for a video game generation’ which I think is true, but Bridge Command goes one step further. Bridge Command has created a space where we invite the audience to be more than a spectator, rather an active participant who meaningfully contributes to the experience.
What’s the silliest thing you’ve done to get this show running?
I’m no stranger to an all-nighter with a 5am Deliveroo order.
What is your favourite moment in the show?
My favourite moment is watching audience step onto the bridge for the first time, that’s always magic.
What’s next?
Bridge Command has got a lot of stories left to tell, I can’t wait to share in them.
Daleks or Death Stars?
Can both franchises please consider me for future projects?
Orville or Enterprise?
Enterprise, specifically under Captain Pike.
Truth or Beauty?
To tell the truth is beautiful.
Bridge Command can be found at Vauxhall in London, England. Book now to avoid disappointment.
