Hacking Arts 2015
The Hacking Arts Conference is designed to inspire innovation in the creative arts by bringing together creatives, technologists, entrepreneurs and engineers. The Conference lineup features eight world class panels on the following disciplines: Design, Fashion, Film/Video, Gaming, Music, Performing Arts, Virtual Reality, and Visual Arts. Panel topics are listed below, and more details on our panelists can be found on our website.
In addition, learn more about the companies and researchers presenting in our Tech Expo, an interactive playground of innovative technologies and projects. Throughout the day we will be showcasing artists, with a special performance by the Brooklyn Ballet wearing their tech-enabled tutus created by NYC Resistor. Finally, we close out the Conference with a keynote by DJ Young Guru, who the Wall Street Journal called "the most famous and successful engineer in the history of Hip Hop." Come see him for yourself!
Ticketing for the conference includes admission to eight industry panels and a technology exhibition showcasing cutting edge technologists and entrepreneurs working in the creative arts. Breakfast, lunch, and coffee are also included. Ticketing for our hackathon is completely separate and admission is granted on an application-only basis; apply via our website UPDATE: the hackathon is sold out!
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About Hacking Arts
MIT's annual Hacking Arts festival is greater Boston's only conference and hackathon exploring the intersection of art, science, technology, and entrepreneurship. Hacking Arts is designed to inspire innovation through technology in the creative industries: design, fashion, film/video, gaming, music, performing arts, virtual reality, and visual arts.
Learn more at hackingarts.com
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Panel Topics
Panels focus on Design, Fashion, Film/Video, Gaming, Music, Performing Arts, Virtual Reality, and Visual Arts.
Exploring tensions that emerge in the design environment -- from the design brief to research to implementation to evaluation of success -- this panel will question, how do we make decisions that lead to truly desirable designs and real impact?
Founders Chat: Fueling New Business Ideas in Fashion
Explore how entrepreneurs have been able to scale their business ideas and make a mark in the Fashion industry today.
How can interactive storytelling offer a new cinematic experience?
Entrepreneurship in Video Games
In video gaming, the barriers to entry are breaking down for starting entrepreneurial ventures and independent gaming studios; come get a taste of the increasingly democratized future of the industry.
New Tech: Threat or Boon to the Music Industry?
Panelists discuss the dramatic evolution of the music industry since the dawn of the digital revolution. With the recent emergence of streaming services and other new technologies, is the future of the music business under threat, or is it brighter than ever? And whose future is it?
How emerging technology is changing the language of dance - from motion capture to AI and beyond
Virtual Reality's Creative Landscape
Panel exploring contemporary Virtual Reality and creative possibilities in VR; discussing VR from different angles, such as video games, film, and spatial art.
How start-ups, artists, and cultural institutions are exploring innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship — and democratizing art through technology
FAQs
Does my Conference ticket include admission to the Hackathon?
No. Hackathon ticketing is application-based and invite-only. If you are invited to participate in the hackathon, the cost is $0. So feel free to purchase your Conference ticket and apply to the hackathon in order to experience the full Hacking Arts festival!
Where can I see a copy of the program or schedule of the events?
A full schedule of the Conference events is available here. Breakfast, Lunch, and Coffee are provided during the course of the conference. We run 4 sessions of 2 panels (8 total) as well as a Tech Expo in the afternoon. Throughout the day, there will also be short performances and interactive experiences for Conference guests.
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
You will need to bring a student ID to confirm your eligibility for any student ticket purchases.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
Parking options are listed on our event website, here. Our venue, the MIT Media Lab, is just a few blocks from the Kendall/MIT T stop.
Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
No.
Location
Dates
to 26th September 2015 - 05:30 PM