Live performances and the future of entertainment with Kiira Benzing

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Live performances and the future of entertainment with Kiira Benzing

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Exciting news for all our XR mAgazine podcast listeners! We are thrilled to announce that our next guest is Kiira Benzing, The Founder and Executive Creative Director of Double Eye Studios, a company specializing in VR Theatre, live events, and virtual production.

Kiira has made a significant impact in the world of virtual reality, and her work has been recognized and celebrated in the industry.

Meet Kiira Benzing, a visionary and multi-talented director with a passion for exploring the boundaries of art and technology. She won the Samsung Gear VR contest in 2016 with her VR experience "Cardboard City" which premiered at the New York Film Festival that year. Her interactive VR experience "Runnin'" starring Reggie Watts was the first VR director to film on the Intel Studios volumetric capture stage, and it was awarded the Jury Prize for Interactive at SXSW in 2019.

Kiira's VR Theatre production "Loveseat" premiered at the Venice Film Festival in 2019, and it was performed simultaneously before live and virtual audiences. Her latest VR Theatre production "Finding Pandora X" featured Broadway actors and was recently performed virtually at the Venice Film Festival in 2020.

In conclusion, Kiira Benzing is a dynamic and innovative director pushing the limits of what is possible in the world of virtual reality. Her work has earned her recognition and accolades, and she continues to inspire and innovate in this exciting field.

I'm glad that Kiira agreed to take some time out of his schedule to talk and share his experience on the XR Magazine show!

In this episode, you will learn:

1. What inspired Kiira to start Double Eye Studios and how it specializes in VR Theatre, live events, and virtual production?
2. Learn about Kiira's approach to XR and the innovative techniques she uses to create immersive and interactive experiences.
3. Insights into the challenges and opportunities in the XR world and how Kiira is navigating the rapidly evolving industry.
4. What is Kiira's vision for the future of XR and how she is shaping the future of immersive storytelling? 

Please let me know if you have any questions about this episode or what guests you would like me to bring next! 😃

Double Eye Studios is available for you to explore and experience firsthand on your device by visiting their website at https://www.doubleeye.co/.

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