Ode

Most theatre lovers currently track what they’ve seen using a mix of notes apps, photos, and social posts, none of which are built specifically for live performance. Ode was created to change that: a focused space where users can log each show, reflect on it, and discover more theatre through other people’s experiences.

In the app, a user signs in and starts building their personal “theatre record.” They can search for a show, log when and where they saw it, add a rating and review, and tag companies or artists where available. Over time, this forms a diary of performances. Users can create and manage lists, such as favourites, “to‑see” shows, festival picks, or season goals, and browse editor‑curated lists that highlight important or interesting work. A social layer lets members follow other users, artists, and companies so their feed becomes a stream of reviews, logs, and lists from people they care about.

On the technical side, Ode is built natively in SwiftUI to feel at home on iOS, with smooth interaction patterns and a modern, Apple‑first design language. A Node.js backend powers authentication, profiles, show metadata, logs, reviews, lists, and feeds. An admin panel allows the Ode team to manage catalogue data, highlight productions, handle reports, and maintain a respectful, spam‑free space.