The Shed built a full walk-through Black Mirror episode in Hudson Yards and cast you as the main character, and it closes September 6. It is the rare licensed-IP attraction made by an actual arts institution, which shows in the production design and the pacing. If you have argued with friends about which episode is the bleakest, this is the version where you find out how you would behave.
What to expect
Small groups move through a sequence of built environments on a timed entry, following the story rather than browsing at will. Expect screens, staged rooms and choices that steer where you end up. Sessions run on the clock, so late arrivals may not be admitted.
Good to know
- Take the 7 to 34th Street-Hudson Yards; The Shed is at the base of the Bloomberg Building
- Arrive early for your timed slot, since groups are released on schedule
- Aimed at teens and adults rather than young children
- Phones are used as part of the experience for some visitors, so charge yours first
- Ticket access programmes and IDNYC options are listed on The Shed's visit page
- You can pair it with Doug Aitken's Lightscape in the same building
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Common questions
How long does it last?
It is a timed, group-based walk-through. Plan for roughly an hour on site including check-in.
Is it scary?
It leans unsettling rather than horror. It is designed for teenagers and adults rather than young children.
Do I need to have watched the show?
No. The narrative is original and stands on its own, though fans will catch more of the references.
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