IJAD Dance company uses technology to make their work more accessible

Joumana Mourad recently led the development of Open Online Theatre, a tool and method for creating interactive digital performances.

Room for Wonder is a piece choreographed by Joumana Mourad for 360-degree live-streaming. The audience could input into the performance during the development process but also during the performance.

As dramaturg for Room for Wonder I supported Mourad in structuring when and how audience input would be incorporated into the performance. We also worked together to develop the physical journey into the auditorium, creating a sensory fairytale experience before the performance itself.

Leading up to this project, I worked as General Manager for IJAD Dance Company, developing a business plan, building partnerships and writing funding bids.