In the Zone is a projection performance exploring the immersive mental state extreme athletes experience during challenging ascents. It follows Lucy Westlake, a record-breaking mountaineer, as she describes her experience of “flow,” a state of complete focus where mind and body move in perfect harmony with the environment. Inspired by my own experiences as a rock climber, I wanted to create a piece that captures the profound peace and clarity found in these moments of total presence. Using projection mapping, Lucy’s internal world is visualized directly onto a rock face as she climbs, blending her mental and physical journey into a single dynamic performance. Through this project, I hope to share the beauty of connection, both to oneself and the world, in moments of challenge and grace.
