If tech leads to anxiety more often than serenity, the VR Live Mandala Experience may alter your state of mind. But you’ll need to dash to Allapattah Tuesday to partake.
Hands in the controls, VR headset strapped on, you’re ready to climb the Himalayas and enter the Temple of the Tilting Buddha.
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10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Virtual Portals I 35 Immersive Experiences and Interactive Installations
Expo Center, Lakeside Village, University of Miami
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Opening Keynote by Rebecca Barkin, (Co-Founder & CEO) LAMINA 1
Auditorium, Lakeside Village, University of Miami
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Are we out of the new frontier??? Production and Distribution with New Media - AI
Auditorium, Lakeside Village, University of Miami
For so long we’ve been roaming the “new frontier”, but immersive is an established category now. Yet production and distribution challenges for new formats are still a reality. In this panel, industry pioneers and experts come together to share insights on the business of creating and distributing new content– including the opportunities, the challenges, the innovations, the good, the bad and the ugly.
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Rebecca Barkin, LAMINA 1
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Christina Lee Storm, ASHER XR
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Fred Volhuer, Atlas V
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Elbert Perez, Doghead Simulations,
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Carlos Fueyo, Creative Director EDGLRD
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Moderator: Diliana Alexander, FilmGate Miami
11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
Visionary forecasts (wild-ass guesses) on the future of immersive
Auditorium, Lakeside Village, University of Miami
We’re living in an era where the speed of technological advancement (and hype) frequently blurs the line between imagination and reality: Tomorrow is apparently today. In this panel, we invite a few of our favorite futurists to give us their predictions and insights on what’s coming next in immersive / experiential technology.
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Steve Lukas, Qualcomm
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DJ Davids, Meta
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Joanna Popper, Various
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Moderator: Savannah Niles, Meta
1:00 PM
Green Room LUNCH
Lakeside Village, University of Miami
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Soundtrack for the Future: How XR and AI are reshaping music
Auditorium, Lakeside Village, University of Miami
From immersive soundscapes that transcend traditional listening experiences to AI-generated compositions that challenge our notions of creativity, this panel explores the cutting-edge innovations at the intersection of technology and music. Discover how the symphony of the future might be a blend of human genius and algorithmic artistry, and how XR environments are setting the stage for groundbreaking musical performances. Prepare to redefine your understanding of music in the digital age.
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Ping Sheng Wu
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Moderator: James Powderly, Snap
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
TAIWAN SPOTLIGHT: Taiwan Creator Talk
In partnership with Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA)
Auditorium, Lakeside Village, University of Miami
Join five visionary creators / representatives as they unravel the secrets behind their creative process. Explore the minds behind cutting-edge immersive content and gain exclusive insights into the imaginative world of Taiwanese creators shaping the future of storytelling and technology.
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Wen-Yee Hsieh, Director of "Limbotopia in Dome" & "Limbotopia in VR"
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Ping-Sheng Wu, Creator of "Folding Harmonies"
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Ning Tsai, Creator of "Monologue: Whisper"
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Fish Wang, Director of "Red Tail"
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Ellen Kuo, International Contact of "All That Remains" and "Over the Rainbow"
4:10 PM - 4:30 PM
TAIWAN SPOTLIGHT- Keynote: Navigating the Tapestry of Taiwan's Culture and Technology Landscape
In partnership with Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA)
Auditorium, Lakeside Village, University of Miami
Discover TAICCA's mission of empowering content creation and gain insights into Taiwan's vibrant fusion of culture and technology. Explore the dynamic synergy shaping the nation's innovative and rich creative industries.
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Grace Lee, Director of Content and Culture Technology Dept., TAICCA
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
TAIWAN SPOTLIGHT: Tech Pitches
In partnership with Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA)
Auditorium, Lakeside Village, University of Miami
Embark on a journey of technological innovation at "TAIWAN SPOTLIGHT - Tech Pitches." Witness representatives from four leading Taiwanese companies in online exhibition, digital publishing, XR content, virtual production, and metaverse solutions unveil their expertise. Discover cutting-edge solutions as they seek international collaborations, opening new horizons for the global tech landscape.
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Walt Chuang, Co-Founder of ARTOGO
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Ethan Cheng, Founder & CEO of BEARVFX Co., Ltd.
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Ami Wu, Head of Interactive Dept., Moonshine Studio
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Han-Yu Feng, Art Director of NAXS FUTURE
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
New Narratives Lab Pitches (French Caribbean and Miami collaboration) with feedback
In partnership with the Nouveaux Regards Film Festival and Villa Albertine
Auditorium, Lakeside Village, University of Miami
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
TAIWAN SPOTLIGHT - Cocktail Party
In partnership with Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA)
Mamey on 3rd, Thesis Hotel, University of Miami
*VIP PASS/RSVP REQUIRED