Elliot Page to Produce VR Series Bringing Brooklyn’s Queer History to Life
Elliot Page, the talented and trailblazing actor, is making waves once again, this time in the world of virtual reality (VR). Page is set to bring Brooklyn’s rich queer history to life through an upcoming VR experience based on author Hugh Ryan’s acclaimed nonfiction book, When Brooklyn Was Queer.
The series, which Page will serve as an executive producer on, will take viewers on a captivating journey through Brooklyn’s queer history from the mid-19th century to the present. From the early days of poet Walt Whitman to the stories of lesser-known figures like drag kings Ella Wesner and Florence Hines, Black lesbian Coney Island dancer Mabel Hampton, and more, viewers will be immersed in a world where they can explore and witness events unfold around them through their VR and XR headsets.
Directed by Emmy winner Yasmin Elayat and written by Agnes Borinsky, the series promises to be an immersive experience unlike any other. Page, along with Pageboy Productions’ head of development Jordan Smith, expressed their excitement for the project, stating that it aligns perfectly with their mission to tell elevated, entertaining, and socially responsible stories that explore themes like generational queerness.
The team behind the project is dedicated to honoring the historical truths uncovered in Ryan’s book and presenting them in a dynamic new medium that goes beyond traditional entertainment. With a talented team of creatives and cutting-edge technology, the VR series is poised to revolutionize storytelling and bring these hidden narratives to life in a bold and impactful way.
As Page and the team work to bring Brooklyn’s queer history to the forefront, audiences can expect to be transported to a vibrant and layered world that is integral to the fabric of New York City and American culture itself. With a commitment to authenticity and empathy, the VR series is set to change hearts and minds and shed light on the diverse and rich history of the LGBTQ+ community.
