Open Online Theatre is a new way of creating performance art. It’s an online space where audiences can interact with artists to create performances together, from anywhere in the world.

The platform is connected to social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest), meaning you can interact with art through online spaces you already use. You can watch social streams, comment and co-create within the platform itself. 

Open Online Theatre was created by IJAD Dance Company. This week we are joined by IJAD Creative Director Joumana Mourad who will share the platform up until now and discuss where next for co-created performances. 

This Lunchtime Talk is part of Open Studio Friday, which takes place at the Studio every week.

Do you want to find out what is going on at the Pervasive Media Studio? Are you interested in meeting our residents, talking about a specific project or curious about pervasive media? Why not pack a sandwich and join us for one of our Lunchtime Talks and Open Studio Friday.

Lunchtime Talks are informal presentations by Studio residents and associates. They normally take place at 1pm on Friday, are free and open to everybody who’s interested in what we do.

After the Talk, we also invite you to stay with us for the afternoon to continue the conversation or work on your own projects. We provide chairs, tables, wireless and a great space. You bring what you need to work with (laptop/mobile). Our open afternoons close at 5pm.

Let us know if you’d like a tour of the space and we'll be happy to show you around just before the talk. Send an email to studio@watershed.co.uk to book your place on a tour.

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