introducing the world’s first AI ballet
From Might twenty ninth to July eighth, 2023, the Leipzig Ballet at Oper Leipzig presents FUSION, a multidisciplinary ballet manufacturing that pushes the boundaries of artwork and expertise. Directed and composed by artist and technologist Harry Yeff, also called Reeps100, this efficiency goals to create the world’s first AI ballet.
Harry Yeff (additionally the creator of VOICE GEMS, a set of voice-generated digital artwork) has utilized generative synthetic intelligence instruments, reminiscent of DALL·E 2 or Midjourney, to create a collection of imagined ballet dancers based mostly on portraits of the 35 worldwide dancers taking part within the manufacturing. AI has additionally served as inspiration for the set design, costumes, and choreography.
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exploring the dynamics between humanity, ai, and nature
The narrative of FUSION delves into the intricate interaction between humanity, synthetic intelligence, and nature, drawing inspiration from Plato’s idea of the divided self, the place unity and steadiness are wanted. Guided by choreography from Mario Schroder and stage design by Paul Zoller, the ballet visually depicts the journey towards concord, exploring the mesmerizing mix of sunshine, water, and shadows.
As talked about above, the standout characteristic of FUSION is the combination of synthetic intelligence expertise. AI artist and musician Harry Yeff (discover extra right here) makes use of his personal voice that acts as a catalyst for exploration, accompanied by generative artificial voices that contribute to the otherworldly musical panorama. Yeff’s persistent coaching with voice and AI expertise has granted him a powerful stage of management over his voice, resembling a post-human and machine-like high quality. This dwell musical efficiency intricately weaves collectively the realms of humanity, machine, and nature, aiming to delve into the harmonious coexistence of those parts, promising to redefine the boundaries of latest ballet.
dancers will transfer to Harry Yeff’s personal pure voice, accompanied by generative artificial voices
the narrative of FUSION delves into the intricate interaction between humanity, synthetic intelligence, and nature
AI has served as inspiration for the set design, costumes, and choreography
