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The Great Escape Room Begins

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13th Jan 2026

This event is brought to you by MediaCity Immersive Technologies Innovation Hub

Join MITIH for a day of ideas, inspiration and interactive play. Pioneers behind some of the celebrated escape rooms will share insights into their creative process: how they turn stories, spaces and puzzles into unforgettable shared experiences.

You will get the chance to hear from David Middleton from Rebel Brain, creator of The Peaky Blinders escape room and Glastonbury’s T.U.R.D.I.S and many more. As well as Saskia Metcalf, Head of Creative Development at Manchester’s Z-Arts and creator of The Library of Enchantment an escape room designed for children.

MITIH are looking for technologistsartists, designers, theatre-makers and curious minds who want to explore how storytelling, problem-solving and tech can come together in a live, immersive experience.

If you’re Interested in escape rooms, modern immersive experiences, and integrating your tech/creative ideas then join us and have some fun.

What’s Included?

  • In-depth conversations and creative inspiration.
  • The Tech & Puzzle Sprint Challenge!
  • The chance to play and experience the current Z-Arts escape room!
  • A taste of mystery (of course).

Date: Tuesday 13th January
Time: 10am – 5pm (if you can only make part of the day please let us know)
Venue: Z-Arts, Stretford Road, Manchester
Includes: Lunch, drinks and networking
Play: There will also be the chance to experience the current escape room at Z-Arts.

BOOK HERE.