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Coachella's use of technology in performance art

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 One of the most well-known music and arts festivals in the world, Coachella, has long been a leader in utilizing technology to improve the festival-goer experience. Stage design, lighting, sound, and performance art are just a few of the technological improvements that the festival has incorporated into the production of the event. The usage of holograms in performance art at Coachella is among the most noteworthy instances of technology in art. Tupac Shakur was revived as a hologram in 2012 and appeared on stage with Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre. The hologram caused a great deal of excitement and controversy, igniting debates about the future of live music and the moral ramifications of resurrecting dead performers. Augmented reality (AR) has also been used by Coachella to improve the visual experience for visitors. The festival debuted an augmented reality (AR) experience called "The Antarctic" in 2017, which immersed festival-goers in a virtual setting. Visitors could enter the...

The role of technology at Coachella

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Coachella is only one example of how music events have changed as a result of technology. The festival has recently incorporated technology in a number of ways to improve the experience for both visitors and artists. The festival's smartphone app is one of the most obvious uses of technology during Coachella. Users of the app may modify their timetables, get real-time updates, and access vital information including schedules, maps, and lineups. Also, the app has a novel augmented reality feature that enables visitors to scan specific festival artwork and posters to access hidden information and interactive features. Coachella has used technology to enhance the acoustic and visual experience for attendees in addition to the mobile app. Modern lighting and sound equipment are used on the festival's stages, and projection mapping and LED screens have made it possible for visually beautiful performances. In order to ensure that the sound quality is optimal for each artist and stage...