The Future of Performance is Live Hybrid. medium.com/the-ai-and-a...

What this year taught us... ✨ IJAD is developing in live hybrid dramaturgy and sensography, polygonos structuring the dramaturgy ✨ Researching and identifying how to question and approach the IP within the arts–tech sector ✨ The live hybrid festival model is ready for wider integration and roll out

This December, please consider donating to IJAD's programmes. The generosity of our funders and supporters means we can create exciting opportunities for artists, to drive innovation in the performing arts and inspire audiences. Donate here: openonlinetheatre.org/donate/

We’re looking for artists, academics, technologists, producers, choreographers & others to speak at our Connective Matrix events in 2026. The theme for the year will be AI and the arts. If you work, practice or research in this field, we’d love to hear from you. Email [email protected]

IJAD works at the intersections of performing arts, science & tech, pioneering live hybrid performance—an emerging form that merges the physical & digital realms, allowing performances to inhabit multiple platforms simultaneously—stage, screen & XR.

If you missed out on #OOTFest25 in June, we've launched a watch on demand service where you can choose from a selection of stunning festival performances, allowing us to further support the amazing artists who worked with us on the festival. Watch here: openonlinetheatre.org/season/watch...

A selection of performances from #OOTFest25 are available now to watch on demand. By making these events available online, we're offering an additional income stream to artists. Watch & support these innovative creators. openonlinetheatre.org/season/watch...

At IJAD Dance, we specialise in live hybrid performance work and immersive arts. If you'd like to keep up-to-date with the conversation, sign up to our mailing list here: eepurl.com/hqhu4b

At the crossroads of dance, tech & community, IJAD (@ijaddance.bsky.social) builds spaces for artists to experiment, question & co-create. In HAMLET, IJAD supports the design of an AI platform that facilitates, inspires & protects, keeping authenticity at the heart of hybrid storytelling.

If you missed out on #OOTFest25 in June, we've launched a watch on demand service where you can choose from a selection of stunning festival performances, allowing us to further support the amazing artists who worked with us on the festival. Watch here: openonlinetheatre.org/season/watch...

One week to go! Our website with loads of helpful guidance – from access support and guidance documents. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your ideas these materials are here to help. immersivearts.uk/resources/application-links-downloads Deadline: Mon 29 Sept at 14:00.

OOTFest25 explored the limits of creative technology and human interaction, fusing movement, storytelling and imagination through the lens of technological innovation. Take a look back at this cutting-edge festival in our short documentary film. Watch in full here: openonlinetheatre.org/about-us/

@weareunlimited.bsky.social's Open Awards offer ten opportunities for disabled artists in England, Scotland or Wales. Supporting brilliant disabled artists to create, develop and share work. 🔹 Small awards: new, exploratory ideas 🔹 Large awards: work that’s closer to production

🚨 One week left to apply to be our Programme Manager: UK Commissions. Lead the delivery of UK commissions, work closely with artists, and deliver high-quality, inclusive opportunities. 🌟 Hours per week: 40 🌟 Salary: £33,063 🌟 Find out more and apply by Monday 28 July, midday: bit.ly/4l0tnQ0

A selection of performances & panel discussions from #OOTFest25 are available to watch on demand - but only until August! By making these events available online, we're offering an additional income stream to artists. Watch & support these innovative creators. openonlinetheatre.org/season/watch...

We're pleased to share our learnings from our first funding call. We’ve learnt a huge amount through the process and we hope the collective feedback will support applicants to make stronger applications. www.immersivearts.uk/news/first-round-commentary-annoucement

The final round of Immersive Arts funding is now open! UK-based artists can apply for £5k, £20k or £50k to develop work with immersive tech. Open until Mon 29 Sep 2025. This is the last open call—apply now. immersivearts.uk/news/the-final-round-of-immersive-arts-funding-is-now-open

If you didn't make it to #OOTFest25, a selection of performances and industry panel discussions are now available to watch online, but be quick - they're only available until 4 August! 👀 Watch now: openonlinetheatre.org/season/watch... #DigitalArts

If you weren't able to join us for OOTFest25, don't worry, a selection of festival highlights are now available to watch on demand via the Open Online Theatre platform. 💰 Performances: £5 per show | Panel discussions: FREE openonlinetheatre.org/season/watch...

At #OOTFest25, we worked hard to create a space for immersive, engaging performance pieces and installations that would provoke powerful reactions and emotions in our audiences. Creative technologies give us an opportunity to enhance our storytelling and take the audience right to its heart 💜

Take a look back at #OOTFest25, our recent performing arts festival. If you weren't able to join us, keep your eyes peeled as we're about to launch watch on demand, bringing some of the festival highlights straight to your front room 👀

Missed the show at #OOTFest25? We'll be launching a selection of performances from the festival to watch on demand very soon... 👀

It was wonderful to see the reaction of audiences at #OOTFest25 (UN)SEEN, as we explored so many different worlds through digital and immersive storytelling. If you joined us at the festival, we'd love to know what you thought!

A couple more highlights from our recent immersive performing arts festival, #OOTFest25 (UN)SEEN held at @riversidelondon.bsky.social. Images: Alice Underwood

June has been a month of hard work, creativity and joy! It was wonderful to see #OOTFest25 come to fruition after three years of planning and development, and we want to offer a huge thank you to all the amazing artists, technologists, speakers, audiences & volunteers who made it so special.

IN CONVERSATION WITH: Joumana Mourad Riverside Studios "Many inclusive artists and creative technologists are at the forefront of these developments, expanding what performance can be" #OOTFest25 #DigitalDance #DigitalArt #WhatsOnLondon wp.me/pdXz8Y-5Cu

A massive thank you to everyone who came to #OOTFest25 opening night at Riverside Studios! We're looking forward to seeing more of you over the next 3 days, as we showcase amazing performances, immersive installations (VR, video & sound) & host expert-led panels. riversidestudios.co.uk/ootfest25/

AI & creative arts residency pushes the boundaries of performance 🤩 As part of an exciting new collaboration with @ijaddance.bsky.social we hosted an intensive artists development programme in support of the Open Online Theatre Arts & Technology Residency. More info 👉https://tinyurl.com/4xaaxds9

Want to know more about #OOTFest25? In this interview, our Artistic Director, Joumana, shares the inspiration for the festival and talks about the inspiring and innovative work that audiences can experience. ayoungishperspective.co.uk/2025/06/02/i...

Check out our latest newsletter for details of the speakers joining us at #OOTFest25 for expert-led industry panels: ✨ NoBODY Left Behind ✨ Embracing the Unexpected: The Open-Ended Possibilities of Digital Co-Creation ✨ Exploring Digital Worlds Beyond the Proscenium mailchi.mp/258d42b18a2b...

As part of #OOTFest25, we'll be hosting expert-led panel discussions exploring the future of performing arts and technology. ✨ 6 Jun: NoBODY Left Behind ✨ 7 Jun: Embracing the Unexpected: The Open-Ended Possibilities of Digital Co-Creation ✨ 7 Jun: Exploring Digital Worlds Beyond the Proscenium

We're so excited that OOTFest25 (UN)SEEN is almost here! 📆 5-8 June 2025 📍 @riversidelondon.bsky.social In this live, hybrid festival, artists and creative technologists explore embodiment, touch and presence—through movement, XR, MR, AI and machine learning. riversidestudios.co.uk/ootfest25/

Our live hybrid performance festival #OOTFest25 celebrates innovation in technology and the arts. 📆 5-8 June Events will be live streamed and we hope our friends around the world will join us for these cutting-edge performances and expert-led panel discussions. openonlinetheatre.org/whats-on/

Our Artistic Director Joumana Mourad recently spoke to Riverside Radio about our upcoming live hybrid festival #OOTFest25 (UN)SEEN. Check out the interview below and find out more about the festival and innovation in contemporary dance. on.soundcloud.com/ny4Ge8ecqYXU... #DigitalDance #DigitalArt

We've been working behind the scenes today with #OOTFest25 (UN)SEEN artist Pierre Engelhard, as he prepares his performance piece Terms and Conditions. You can watch this piece, which reflects on the aesthetics of surveillance, at the festival on Sat 7 June: riversidestudios.co.uk/see-and-do/o...

Have you got your OOTFest25 (UN)SEEN tickets yet? You can expect two evenings of cutting-edge, live hybrid performances that will challenge your perceptions and rock your expectations. In this thread, we'll introduce our six artists and their performances 🧵 riversidestudios.co.uk/ootfest25/

As part of our live hybrid festival OOTFest25 (UN)SEEN, we'll be hosting Innovation Lab 2, an immersive day of workshops, discussions & creative exploration at the intersection of AI & the performing arts. 📆 Sun 8 June, 9.30am-6pm 📍 Riverside Studios / online riversidestudios.co.uk/see-and-do/o...

Tickets for OOTFest25 (UN)SEEN are now on sale! Join us @riversidelondon.bsky.social from 5-8 June for this live hybrid performance festival, or be part of the action in our digital performance space. Book in person: riversidestudios.co.uk/ootfest25/ Online tix: openonlinetheatre.org/whats-on/

📢 SAVE THE DATE! We're excited to announce that our hybrid performing arts festival, OOTFest, returns in June. Experience live/hybrid performances, workshops, expert panel discussions & installations at Riverside Studios, London, or through our multi-camera, interactive livestream. On sale soon!