The Lost Librarian

An all-ages family experience, with emphasis on engaging Young Adult and Teenage audiences, The Lost Librarian is an interactive story utilising creative technology, games, and puzzles to recount a fictional tale of three Devon Witches, based on research of the Bideford Witch Trials of 1682, which toured Devon Libraries.

Matt Gibbs (Writer and Narrative Designer) worked with Lizzie Johnson (Designer, Fabricator, and Project Manager), Kyle Hirani (Robotocist and Creative Technologist), and Chat Akula (Robotocist). The installation was commissioned by Libraries Unlimited (as part of their Evolve programme with funding from Arts Council England).

Press & Reviews

The Bookseller - Sept. 3rd, 2021
Devon libraries reach new audiences with escape room experience

DevonLive - Aug. 7th, 2021
We tried Devon's touring witch-themed escape room and this was our verdict