Block Out The Chaos and Tune Into Your Peace
The Mantaryana Story
The Mantrayana is an organic evolution of consistent artistic experimentation. Initially hidden within the “Healing Area” of music festivals. Its origin of a Vibrational Sound Massage service turned immersive entertainment installation is exceptional.
Frustrated with the low level of participation and understanding most festival patrons weren’t motivated to add meditation to their festival experience; Mantrayana creator James Thomas and his crew pushed into the noisy high-traffic epicenter of events, where they ditched the sound massage concept to adopt the market-appropriate Sonic Portal Spaceship identity.
A simple name change combined with adding colored lights, and donning costumes lowered expectations to create an unassuming atmosphere for unsuspecting concertgoers.
Finding Our Purpose
Word spread quick of the remarkable experience as patrons would wait in line for hours to experience a 5-minute “spaceship ride” with their friends.
To meet the demand, the Sonic Portal performed long hours through various conditions such as extreme weather, loud music, heavy machinery, and rowdy crowds.
Constant positive feedback motivated the Sonic Portal crew to push through the harsh festival environment. Despite the chaotic surroundings participants continued to have incredible experiences at a mind-numbing rate.
Regardless of the conditions, the results were inevitably the same. Smiling faces with tremendous breakthroughs and enormous gratitude.
Showcased at more than 100 music festivals since 2007, The Sonic Portal touched well over 250,000 lives in unimaginable ways
At the beginning of 2021, James had his own powerful experience in the Sonic Portal that connected him to his Dharma and brought new insight into his creation.
Armed with a new perspective James removed the comedic sci-fi rhetoric of The Sonic Portal to create an offering grounded for mainstream consumption. Extracting lessons from 15 years of performance experience he manifested The Mantrayana – Sound Journey.
Mantrayana Creator James Thomas
is a multi-talented creative who is passionate about using the power of immersive experiences to help people relax and find inner peace. As a musician, immersive meditation specialist, filmmaker, and comedic screenwriter, James has a wealth of experience in the arts and entertainment industry. He is the creator of The Mantrayana, an innovative immersive experience that combines music, and meditation to help people connect with their inner selves. In addition, James is the co-writer, co-editor, and producer of the award-winning feature documentary. inGREEDients. A film that explores the use of harmful ingredients used by the food industry, with a focus on label reading and awareness of what you put into your body. With his unique blend of artistic and spiritual talents, James is dedicated to helping people find greater meaning and fulfillment in their lives.