See it, feel it, live it
Discover the only place in London where you can experience a real Martian invasion.
Our unique mix of live action, multisensory effects and virtual reality bring your Martian adventure to life – all set to Jeff Wayne’s iconic score.
Make lasting memories with friends, family and colleagues as you journey through 24 interactive scenes in a breathtaking 1 hour 50 minute experience.
The Experience!!
STEP INTO A REAL MARTIAN INVASION
In Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience you'll journey through 24 extraordinary interactive scenes: visit the Horsell Common’s Royal Observatory, sneak into a deserted house, escape London by boat and even fly to Mars.
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See the first cylinder land from Mars
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Sneak into a Victorian house
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Escape London by boat
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See Martian forces attack Parliament and Big Ben
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Slide down the claw of a Martian Handling Machine
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Fly to Mars in a hot air balloon
WITH STUNNING MULTI-SENSORY EFFECTS
Your Layered Reality™ experience is enhanced with the very latest technology and multi-sensory special effects:
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Volumetric Holograms
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Projection mapping
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Binaural and ambisonic sound
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Motion simulation
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Haptics / vibration
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Pyrotechnics
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Aroma
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Temperature, airflow and weather simulation
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Virtual reality
300 FOOT MARTIAN FIGHTING MACHINES
360° Virtual Reality creates spectacular experiences you’ll never forget:
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See 300 foot Martian Fighting Machines open fire on Parliament
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Sail out to sea and witness the battle between the Martians & HMS Thunder Child
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See inside a Martian Handling Machine
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Fly to Mars in a hot air balloon
LIVE ACTORS LEAD YOU THROUGH THE WAR OF THE WORLDS STORY…
Live actors and detailed sets make you feel like it’s really happening and you’re part of the story.
You’ll meet a cast of 17 characters played by 12 live actors and a mix of holograms, projections and virtual reality featuring West End star Carrie Hope Fletcher (Cinderella, Heathers, Les Miserables, Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds Arena Tours) as Beth, The Parson’s Wife, Tom Brittney (Grantchester, Make Me Famous) as George Herbert, The Journalist and Anna-Marie Wayne (The War of The World’s Alive on Stage!) as Carrie, The Journalist’s Wife.
ALL SET TO JEFF WAYNE’S ICONIC SCORE
Step into one of the biggest selling records of all time: Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds.
You’ll experience 9 tracks from the iconic 1978 double album brought to life, including classic hits ‘The Eve of the War’ and ‘Forever Autumn’.
Jeff Wayne created brand new sound design and music for this unique event, and has been integral to the production. Every element has been approved by him!
FAQs
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STANDARD TICKETS
Starting from £40 on weekdays†
- 1 hr 50 mins experience.
- Reserved time slot.
- Free locker for bags and belongings.
- Flexible Exchange policy.
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VIP TICKETS
from £120
- Custom moments added to your group’s journey.
- A delicious meal and house drink.
- A Red Weed Cocktail during the interval.
- A printed photo and souvenir booklet.
- One item of merchandise up to £20.
- Reserved VIP seating in The Spirit of Man after the show.
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