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Fuerza Bruta Wayra transforms Istanbul’s Volkswagen Arena with stunning 360-degree performance

Fuerza Bruta Wayra transforms Istanbul's Volkswagen Arena with stunning 360-degree performance A scene from "Fuerza Bruta: Wayra." (Photo via Brian Harkin for The New York Times)
By Newsroom
Aug 22, 2024 11:50 AM

The breathtaking performance Fuerza Bruta Wayra will captivate Istanbul audiences on Aug. 22-26 at Volkswagen Arena, Istanbul.

This extraordinary show combines technology and art in a 360-degree stage experience that blurs the lines between reality and illusion. With no spoken dialogue, this action-packed theater piece removes the distance between the audience and the stage, inviting spectators to become part of the show through dazzling visual effects. The performance will feature a refreshed lineup, promising an unforgettable experience for all who attend.

Fuerza Bruta Wayra transforms Istanbul's Volkswagen Arena with stunning 360-degree performance
The show “Fuerza Bruta Wayra” comes to the dome of Las Arenas. (Photo via Jordi Cotrina)

As part of Yapi Kredi’s 80th Anniversary “Feelin’ Good” events, Fuerza Bruta Wayra is brought to the stage by Piu Entertainment, known for introducing world-renowned performances to art lovers.

Ahead of the show, a press conference was held, featuring Stage Director Pablo Carpintero and performers Lucia Kern, Julia Astigueta, and Tomas Wurch, who shared insights into the production process.

Fuerza Bruta Wayra transforms Istanbul's Volkswagen Arena with stunning 360-degree performance
The show “Fuerza Bruta Wayra” comes to the dome of Las Arenas. (Photo via Jordi Cotrina)

Carpintero emphasized that the key element of Fuerza Bruta Wayra is its ability to engage the audience, allowing them to feel as if they are a part of the performance.

“Our goal is to create a 65-minute experience filled with joy, beauty, emotion, energy, and passion that feels completely real to the audience,” Carpintero said.

Julia Astigueta expressed her excitement about reuniting with Turkish audiences, noting that they fully immerse themselves in the show. Tomas Wurch highlighted the challenge of creating a performance that blends theater with the energy of a rave or rock concert, urging the audience to break free from their seats and embrace the intense, energetic experience. Lucia Kern added that Fuerza Bruta Wayra is all about bringing that joyful energy, and celebrating the connection between actors and the audience.

Fuerza Bruta Wayra transforms Istanbul's Volkswagen Arena with stunning 360-degree performance
The show “Fuerza Bruta Wayra” comes to the dome of Las Arenas. (Photo via Jordi Cotrina)

What to expect from Fuerza Bruta Wayra?

The 70-minute performance offers more than just a show – it’s a fully immersive experience. Audiences are invited onto the main stage, where they become part of the spectacle. From a man running at full speed on a giant treadmill to women dancing in a massive water pool suspended overhead, and performers suspended in the air, every moment is filled with awe-inspiring acrobatics, special effects, and music. This extraordinary performance has been praised by celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio, Beyonce, Jim Carrey, and Bradley Cooper, who all described it as an incredible experience.

Tickets for the Fuerza Bruta Wayra performances, part of Yapi Kredi’s 80th Anniversary celebrations, are available on Biletix, Passo, Biletinial, and Bubilet.

Last Updated:  Aug 22, 2024 11:50 AM