IJAD Dance Company
@ijaddance.bsky.social
Working at the intersection of performing arts, technology and science to evolve new creative forms and innovation in the arts industry. Immersive arts/VR/mocap/volumetrics/XR.
Want to work with us on promoting cutting-edge digital arts projects? We're looking for a freelance Digital Marketing & Engagement Lead and there's still time to apply. 📆 Deadline: 11:59 pm 19 March 2026 Find out more about the role on our website: ijaddancecompany.com/work-with-us/ #ArtsJobs
Our next Connective Matrix roundtable is coming up on Wed 4 March. Ideal for anyone using mocap tools in performance. In this free online event, we'll reflect on what happens when movement enters digital systems, what is gained, lost or altered in the process. openonlinetheatre.org/performance/...
We're hiring! IJAD is looking for a creative and collaborative Digital Marketing & Engagement Lead to grow our online presence, connect with audiences, and support innovative live, hybrid, and digital performance projects. Apply by 19 March. ijaddancecompany.com/work-with-us/ #ArtsJobs
Our next Connective Matrix roundtable is coming up on Wed 4 March. Ideal for anyone using mocap tools in performance. In this free online event, we'll reflect on what happens when movement enters digital systems, what is gained, lost or altered in the process. openonlinetheatre.org/performance/...
Our AD Joumana will be taking part in an online panel discussion this week as part of the Think Inside the Box Conference. 📆 Wed 11 Feb, 14:00-15:30 CET The panel brings together researchers & practitioners from the HAMLET project to explore the future of immersion. www.xmlab.org/research-202...
Projekt: AI’s the Thing: Immersive futures in Dance and Performance Research. A HAMLET Living Lab.
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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 hello@ijaddancecompany.com
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...
Watch on demand | Open Online Theatre
To keep with the spirit of the original performances in the festival we kept the pieces presented on the nights of the event.
openonlinetheatre.org
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...
Watch on demand | Open Online Theatre
To keep with the spirit of the original performances in the festival we kept the pieces presented on the nights of the event.
openonlinetheatre.org
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...
Watch on demand | Open Online Theatre
To keep with the spirit of the original performances in the festival we kept the pieces presented on the nights of the event.
openonlinetheatre.org
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
Unlimited Open Awards 2025/26
Ten opportunities for disabled artists based in the England, Scotland or Wales. These awards offer a grand total of £413,000 to disabled artists with individual awards ranging from £15,000 seed…
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🚨 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.
