MODINA Workshop: ‘This is Unreal’ at CNDB in Bucharest, Romania

Our most recent workshop took place at CNDB in Bucharest, Romania, from January 29th to 31st. Our researchers, Diogo Cabral and David dos Santos from the Institute of Interactive Technologies, are mentoring the artistic project “This is Unreal,” led by Liz Santoro and Pierre Godard.

“This Is Unreal” explores the intersection of dance, theater, and contemporary technologies like artificial intelligence, clones, and deepfakes. Through text and movement,the performance creates a world where the lines between human and machine, real and virtual, blur. The performance delves into the unsettling implications of AI on truth, creativity, and freedom, using both human-generated and AI-generated materials to create an emotional experience that questions our current relationship with reality. The project also introduces a novel “fourth wall”, creating a hybrid space that integrates audience interaction through real-time feedback and digital extensions, offering a glimpse into the evolving future of human and machine collaboration in artistic creation.

Hosted at CNDB, this artistic residence provided a dynamic platform for exploring these transformative ideas and furthering MODINA’s mission to pioneer contemporary performance through digital innovation and collaborative creativity.

Supported by the Creative Europe programme, MODINA unites academic institutions, dance centres, and creative professionals across Europe, driving innovation in the performing arts and interactive technologies.

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