The Next Evolution of The Arts | AWE Nite Chicago

Wednesday 10/04/2022

5:30pm Physical | 6:00pm Virtual Central

The Next Evolution of The Arts | AWE Nite Chicago

Free to Attend

5:30pm | In Person | 2112: 4245 N. Knox Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60641

6:00pm | Virtually | Virbela's Open Campus

Beer provided by Revolution Brewing

About the Topic:
Immersive technology is revolutionizing the arts by opening up boundless creative possibilities. They can seamlessly blend the digital and physical worlds for a whole new look at the term blank canvas. Visual artists are crafting digital pieces that transcend three dimensions. Theater directors are transporting audiences into new realms. Musicians are immersing listeners in interactive soundscapes. These technologies enable artists to transcend traditional boundaries and the result is a redefinition of artistic expression, captivating audiences and pushing the frontiers of creativity. Yet, this transformative power also brings crucial ethical and legal questions surrounding intellectual property rights, urging the arts to navigate uncharted territory in a rapidly evolving landscape.

The bridge between art and technology is often a divided one. With AI mimicking people's styles from images to writing to likenesses in films, today we possess a great opportunity to discuss the feelings and expectations we have when it comes to technology’s influences on the creation of artwork. Art is forever changing due to technology including augmented reality and virtual reality and beyond.

VRAR Chicago and The Next Evolution | AWE Nite Chicago are committed to educating and sharing information about technologies so no one is left behind during The Next Evolution through Immersive and other emerging technologies. Join us October 4th to explore the incredible potential of immersive technology’s impact on The Arts while unraveling the complex ethical and legal threads that underpin this journey.

What's The Format:

We will start with informal networking with demonstrations, then host a panel discussion to answer audience questions, and we end with more networking and demonstrations. We keep it simple and informal – this meetup is about you, our members, and not just a soap box for the host, presenters, or our sponsors. Come and get your questions answered, take your next step in Immersive Technology.

5:30-8:30pm Central

5:30-6:00 PM Networking & Tech Demos

6:15-6:30 PM Welcome Message

6:30-7:10 PM Panelist Presentations

7:10-7:45 PM Panel Discussion with Q&A

7:45-8:30 PM Networking & Tech Demos

Host:

Matt Wren - In-Person Host - Founder & CTO of BUNDLAR

Caroline Dennis - Virtual Host - Two-Degrees.io & XRWomen

Panel Members:

Chris Nunes - Immuse
Juliana Loh - Splash Mango
Charlie Athanas - Burning City, Inc.
Deirdre V. Lyons - Ferryman Collective VR
JC Rivera - The Bear Champion

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Register Here:

https://thenextevolution.org/event/the-next-evolution-of-the-arts/

The Next Evolution | AWE Nite Chicago Event Series (produced by VRAR Chicago) is now and always will be 100% free to attend.

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Thanks for our ongoing sponsorships from 1871 and Virbela for providing venue, management, marketing & logistics support and to our partners of the VRAR Chicago event series: 2112, VR Motion Learning, XR Women, International Game Developers Association Chicago (IGDA Chicago), Vennity, Two Degrees, NVZN .