Dear reader, you’ve officially been summoned for jury duty in Amsterdam, but this isn’t your average courtroom trial. It’s a live theatre performance that puts you in the juror’s seat and asks you to cross examine evidence, analyse testimonies and make a final verdict — guilty or not guilty. Think you have what it takes? Become a juror and uncover the truth at ‘The Jury Experience’ in Amsterdam.
On selected dates over the coming months, this live jury trial experience will be taking place inside KIT Royal Tropical Institute. Your vote could tip the scales, putting the fate of the accused in your hands. Tickets are on sale now but spaces are limited, so make sure you get yours today.
What is ‘The Jury Experience’?
‘The Jury Experience’ is an immersive jury trial experience that challenges your critical thinking and decision-making skills. But above all that, it’s also a riveting live theatre show that brings an authentic courtroom experience to life on stage. Talented actors portray characters that engage and stir emotions. The victim(s) plead for justice, the judge calls for order and lawyers try to influence you and your fellow jurors. Therefore, it’s up to you to see through the smoke and mirrors and uncover the real truth.
What is the trial about?
Artificial intelligence has advanced significantly in recent years. Virtual assistants can answer all our questions and computers can analyse traffic to warn drivers about potential jams. But what happens when things go wrong? Imagine a self-driving car being involved in a tragic accident. In a case like this one, who’s to blame? Is it the brains behind the technology? What about the car manufacturer? The truth lies in the fine print, and at this trial, it’s up to you to decide where the responsibility lies.
Tell me more about ‘The Jury Experience’
To replicate a genuine trial experience, the space inside KIT Royal Tropical Institute will be fitted with courtroom furniture like counsel tables and judge’s bench. Characters use authentic props like a gavel and legal documents, and multimedia evidence is also projected on a big screen. This allows the audience to fully analyse the images and videos put forward by both parties so that they can fit each piece of the puzzle together.
Do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth? ‘The Jury Experience’ in Amsterdam awaits. It gives you and your fellow jurors the chance to challenge your perception of justice and make the final decision. Step into the courtroom and see if you can handle the pressure…
This experience takes place over the course of 60 minutes and attendees must be 12 or over. Seats are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis in each zone and doors usually open 30 minutes prior to the experience start time.