Who We Are
Les Raconteurs is the specialist agency dedicated to uncovering and transforming untold cultural and historical stories into world-class, multi-platform experiences. We’re the story sleuths and creators who fuel the experience economy with fresh intellectual property that captivates audiences and sustains producers.
Our Purpose
We exist to bridge the gap between the vast archive of human history and culture, and the growing global demand for immersive, interactive storytelling. By discovering overlooked narratives and packaging them for film, TV, gaming, exhibitions, and live experiences, we ensure timeless human (his)stories thrive in contemporary entertainment.
What we do
- Story Acquisition & Licensing
- Concept Development & Packaging
- Immersive Experience Prototyping
- Marketing & Commercialisation
- Global IP & Franchising
Our 4-Step Revitalisation Framework
1.Diagnosis
We identify the real problems:
- Audience barriers
- Engagement gaps
- Commercial leakage
- Strategic misalignment
- Comparator review
2. Research & Insight
We listen deeply before designing anything:
- Structured consultation
- Stakeholder interviews
- Community co-production
- Audience segmentation
- Place-based or archive-based investigation
3. Activation
We design story and engagement together:
- Narrative spine
- Visitor experience
- Participation model
- Programming
- Revenue logic
- Funding alignment
4. Transformation
We don’t just deliver ‘results’ – transformation is active:
- Funding secured
- Audience growth
- Repositioning achieved
- Community embedded
- Commercial sustainability improved
- Futureproof – reopening, relaunch