How we build the Wildest audience Experiences in the UK
We're a crew of theater nerds, tech tinkerers, and design dreamers who believe the world needs more wonder. Our mission? To crank up the spectacle on stories that matter, give life to unconventional voices, and keep the spirit of scrappy experimentation alive; one installation, one interaction, one moment of magic at a time.
At Despite the Monkey, we didn't set out to be another theatre company or creative agency; we wanted to be the crew you'd call when your museum needs a talking portrait or your festival needs an interactive forest that responds to whispers. We're here for the experiences that don't fit anywhere else: the weird installations, the basement-lab prototypes, the stories told through light, sound, and audience participation. Our team is a ragtag bunch of magicians, programmers, composers and theatrical troublemakers who live for the next big "how the hell did they do that?" moment.
We started with nothing but a laptop full of Arduino sketches, a pile of salvaged electronics, and a dream to make experiences that matter. Our mission? To give a platform to the strange, the immersive, and the unforgettable. We're not afraid to get our hands dirty or our circuits fried. Every installation, every show, every interactive moment is built on a love for the experimental.
Over time, Despite the Monkey has become a place where museums can get weird, where cultural institutions can take risks, and where visitor attractions can discover what's possible when you throw out the rulebook. We're always experimenting with our collaborators, always pushing boundaries, and always looking for the next story that deserves to be told in three dimensions with lasers and maybe some smoke machines.
Our goal is simple: keep the spirit of storytelling alive and electric. We want to inspire you, challenge you, and make you feel like you're part of something bigger than just another exhibition walkthrough. Whether it's a deep-dive installation project, a location-based experience, or an interactive moment that feels like theatrical magic, we're here to make sure you never settle for static displays.
The future? It's DIY, it's collaborative, and it's got a killer creative engine. We want every client, visitor, and collaborator to feel like they've got a backstage pass to something extraordinary. As we grow, we're not losing our edge—we're sharpening it with better code, brighter LEDs, and bolder ideas. If you're tired of the same old exhibitions, you're in the right place. Power up, step in, and let's make some magic together.