DEVELOP IT: Co-create the games

This is a Pay What You Decide event which means you choose what the event is worth to you! You can decide what you would like to pay now by adding a ticket with a value to your cart, or you can pay when you arrive or after you've taken part.

Looking around at other events going on in the city, we estimate that a 3-day pass to similar events would cost £30.

There is no ‘right’ answer, we are not attempting to lead you to a specific figure. You can pay this suggested amount, less than this or more than this. You can even pay £0 for your ticket. No judgement.

Info about Pay What You Decide here.

Age Guidance: DeveloPlayer sessions are suitable for ages 10+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult aged 18+ for entire duration of the develop it and play it sessions.

Emotional / trigger warnings: none expected. These are team events and so you will be playing the games with people you may not know to begin with.

Health warnings: while extreme physical fitness is not a requirement of taking part most of the games and activities have some sort of physical element to them.  If you have any questions about this please drop us an email info@barbicantheatre.co.uk and a member of our team will get back to you.

Barbican Theatre and venues we use are safe spaces - safe to be who you are, regardless of race, class, religion, country of origin, immigration status, (dis)ability, age, gender, identity, or sexual orientation.

Do I need to be really fit to join in? 

Not at all. While most of the games involve some form of physical activity this is not the Olympics (actually let’s call it the Plympics!!) Take things at your own pace, join your team and just have fun.

Can I come on my own?

Of course you can! One of the best things about an Undokai is team work and everyone coming together for games and fun. We’ll make up the teams on the day (but don’t worry we won’t separate you from your friends or family) so if you’re coming alone this is the perfect time to meet new people and make new friends. If you feel a little nervous on the day let one of the Barbican team know and we can introduce you. 

Can I come in a group? 

DeveloPlayer places are more limited than the PLAY IT days so while we welcome groups we have capped bookings to a maximum of 8. If you want to bring a larger group than this please email info@barbicantheatre.co.uk 

Under 16s must be accompanied by a responsible adult aged 18+ for the duration of the event.

What should I wear?

Please wear clothing and footwear you feel comfortable in and that you can move freely in. Some games might be more physical than others so we’d suggest wearing layers in case you want to cool down or warm up. 

 Do I need to come along to every event? 

No you can come to as many or as few as you like. Please see details of what events we have here (link to main page) 

PLAY IT: Japanese style games Saturday 18 November

DEVELOP IT: making new games for Plymouth Fri 24 & Sat 25 November

PLAY IT: Plymouth style new games Sun 26 November  

EVOLVE IT: Democratic Playful Games

What is Pay What You Decide? 

Barbican Theatre have been running events and shows as Pay What You Decide for almost 2 years. We want to make sure events and activities are available for everyone to take part and we know the cost of things can make this hard for some people. So by allowing people to pay what they decide or what they can afford we hope this makes our events more accessible. We always make sure our Pay What You Decide events include a £0 ticket - so you can pay nothing and then afterwards if you want to contribute some money you can. But again there is never any pressure to pay or judgement if you don’t pay anything. 

How can I pay?

If you’d like to contribute to our Pay What You Decide you can add a ticket with a £ value your basket when you book. (we include an idea of how much we think a ticket to a similar event is worth as audiences have said they like this as a guide) Or you can contribute when you arrive at your event or after the event has happened at the venue via contactless card or by putting money in our buckets. 

Do I need to book a ticket or can I just turn up?

You must book a ticket in advance as we cannot guarantee there will be spaces left on the day. This also helps us know how many people we have coming and be able to send you important information beforehand. 

How are you making the events accessible, and if I have access needs who do I speak to?

We are committed to these events being accessible to and enjoyed by all.

Please email us at info@barbicantheatre.co.uk and  Project Director, Vashti Waites will be in touch to chat about any requirements you or you group may have.

Tech is scary to me - what sort of tech might be involved? 

Please don’t be scared - this is not NASA! There might be some smart phones, cameras or lighting mixed into the games but it’s nothing too techy or complicated. 

Will there be refreshments available? 

There will be healthy snacks available throughout the day (and plenty of water) including some Japanese treats to try.  For lunch you can bring a packed lunch (there is nowhere to store or heat food) We also hope to offer lunch boxes you can pre-order before the event. Once you book your tickets we’ll send you details of how to book a lunch box.   

How can I find out more about Future Undokai and the Undokai Association?

Please visit their websites

Future Undokai

Undokai Association 

 or check out their YouTube channel