Conference Expanding Realities VR/AR/MR
ON SITE Bertha-Benz-Saal Tuesday, May 06, 14:30

How animation is shaping the future of immersive live entertainment

With immersive venues being built around the world and audiences hungry for collective real live experiences, the live entertainment scene has developed an increased hunger for animated content to enhance performances around the world. This talk explores high impact performances, technical challenges and future possibilities for the use of animation in the field of immersive live entertainment.

Ilija Brunck

Ilija Brunck, CEO, Woodblock

Ilija Brunck, partner and CEO of the German animation studio Woodblock, is dedicated to fostering a creative, sustainable, and human-friendly digital culture. With a rich background in animation, he's produced numerous short films like "458nm", "Loom", and "Bye Bear", earning accolades including Siggraph's Best in Show and the Golden Nica at Ars Electronica.

Throughout his career, Brunck has worked with a diverse range of clients, from Greenpeace and Apple to Netflix and Sphere. He's an active participant in industry panels, shares his expertise at the Filmakademie Baden-Wuerttemberg, and has had his work featured in notable publications. He's passionate about nurturing an environment of joy and innovation in content creation.