‘House of the Dragon’ technology to enter University of Bristol’s world-first facility

Study in UK: The University of Bristol is all set to get a new virtual production stage which will help create imagined worlds by using computer-generated imagery (CGI).

The University of Bristol and Lux Machina Consulting have collaborated to bring a new virtual production stage to the university. This stage will use computer-generated imagery, to bring the imagined world to life. The consulting is known for its world-leading technology that helped in creating the dragon flight in the Game of Thrones spin-off.

By using high-tech technology, now directors and actors can see dynamic LED backdrops in place of green screens where stories take place. This takes the performance to the next level.

Oscar De Mello, Operations Director, MyWorld – University of Bristol said, “The partnership with Lux Machina is a critical element in our mission to combine world leading research and teaching with the latest in production facilities."

"Our Experimental Studio and Smart Cinema will enable a huge variety of partners, from global leaders like Netflix and Amazon to Bristol’s amazing indie and freelancer community, to access the tools, data and talent they need to safeguard and grow their businesses, to develop and validate new technologies and create new content,” added Oscar De Mello.

David Elliott Lux’s Producer on the project said, “We’re excited to partner with MyWorld to bring Virtual Production to the University of Bristol, one of the leading creative hubs in the UK. This new stage and wider facility empowers new creatives to break ground in ICVFX & beyond."

New Facility: More Details

The University of Bristol is creating new specialist facilities in the Coal Shed as part of the MyWorld programme, an initiative of a £30m UKRI for the technology, research, and production strengths of the West of England. The idea is to create a global impact in the creative industries.

Ben Lumsden, now of Dimension Studio, formerly of Epic Games and makers of Fortnite, said, “I think this facility will drive more people from the creative industries to come and play here in Bristol and that represents a really exciting opportunity for the broader creative industries.”

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