Drinkers in London seeking a truly out-of-this-world experience now have an extraordinary new venue to explore. Avora: A New World Immersive Experience, opening on July 12 in East London’s Hackney, combines the excitement of space travel with interactive theatre and striking visual design to offer a cocktail adventure like no other. Set within Unit 5C on Hackney Road, this theatrical experience invites guests to journey to the fictional planet Avora, where bioluminescent landscapes and alien inhabitants await.

Upon arrival, visitors enter the luminous Roscorp Laboratory, where they are welcomed by the character Dr C. Shelly and outfitted with spacesuits for their mission. The narrative unfolds with a scientific briefing and an initial cocktail crafted from Luminol, a rare and glowing substance said to be discovered on Avora. Guests then find themselves immersed in a mystical, bioluminescent woodland, guided by the hallucinatory Avorians. To continue their journey, drinkers must prove their worth to these alien inhabitants before being invited to sample a second bespoke cocktail, infused with the unique flora of the planet.

The experience, which lasts about 1 hour and 45 minutes, offers three distinct cocktails throughout the session, each designed with exotic ingredients that enhance the immersive storytelling and otherworldly atmosphere. As night falls within the setting, glowing jellyfish-like creatures light up the scenes, further transforming the landscape into an enchanting spectacle of colour and light.

Popular among young adults and ideal for group outings with friends or colleagues, Avora not only delivers entertainment but also invites reflection on broader themes such as climate change and the future of our own planet. The eco-friendly ethos and futuristic narrative add depth to the experience, making it both captivating and thought-provoking.

Tickets for the experience are priced at £43 on weekdays, rising to £50 on Fridays and weekends, with bookings available from Tuesday to Sunday until the installation closes at the end of September. The venue’s detailed, film-like sets and talented ensemble cast contribute to what has been described as a theatrical journey that reinvents the cocktail bar visit as a fully immersive adventure.

This unique offering in Hackney adds a novel dimension to London’s vibrant cocktail scene, blending theatre, art, and mixology in a way that transports guests far beyond the usual night out.

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