HERE - Immersive Music Theater by Michel van der Aa @ Nxt Museum, Amsterdam

HERE
Immersive Music Theater
by Michel van der Aa

Launch event at Nxt Museum Amsterdam

Award-winning composer and director Michel van der Aa brings his passion for innovative narrative forms to the digital realm. HERE offers a unique blend of cinema and interactive performance. Users can shape the narrative, creating a personalized experience that explores the boundaries of reality and identity.

This launch comes fresh off Michel van der Aa's win for Best Immersive Work at Cannes International Film Festival 2025 for his latest VR creation "From Dust."

HERE makes cutting-edge music theater accessible to a diverse audience, including those who might not typically attend traditional venues. Whether you're using VR on your PC or an Apple headset, this app offers a fresh way to engage with contemporary performance, bridging the gap between creator and audience in the comfort of your own space.

Step into a virtual grand theater and be captivated by Julia Bullock's stunning aria from the acclaimed film opera "Upload." Immerse yourself in "Eight," the groundbreaking VR opera installation that has wowed audiences at festivals around the world, soon available in your living room. Explore "The Book of Sand," a VR adaptation of Jorge Luis Borges' novel that pushes the boundaries of digital storytelling. And that's just the beginning...

HERE is produced by the doubleA foundation with support of DigitALL and Performing Arts Fund NL