Pass-through video in VR headset Projects

A technician wears a VR headset with reflective lenses while looking at a mobile device. The reflection of the device is visible on the visor forming a video loop.

Theatre Passe Muraille with Toasterlab and Cohort

Presented Sep 2020 Theatre Passe Muraille, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Content Types:
 - AR video on mobile device
 - Pass-through video in VR headset
Technologies:
 - Cohort Bridge
 - iOS Mobile
 - Qlab
Audience Experience:
Development Stage:
 - Workshop

Summary of Project:

This workshop explored ways to improve access to ASL interpretation & translation during live performances through the use of digital technologies …

A performer in costume stands behind the audience member wearing a VR headset during a performance of Bury the Wren.

Created by Beth Kates & Neil Christensen

Presented Mar 29 - Apr 2, 2019 University of Calgary School of Creative and Performing Arts Alchemy Festival of Student Work

Content Types:
 - Computer generated imagery
 - Pass-through video in VR headset
 - VR in headset
Technologies:
 - photogrammetry
 - RealityCapture
 - Unity (game engine)
 - VR headset
Audience Experience:
 - One to one performance
Development Stage:
 - Academic Research
 - Public Performance

Summary of Project:

An immersive one-on-one performance, Bury The Wren uses Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality, mixed with ‘Carbon’ Reality, to exhume Annie Donnelly’s voice from the grave of history. 

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