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Program

Schedule of Events

WEDNESDAY DEC 4th

6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Opening Night Party at Frost Planetarium

Opening cocktail, 5 innovative dome experiences + live performance

1. LIQUIDVERSE: Microcosm & Macrocosm by Ricardo Romaneiro (Presented by Cosm)

2. The Vivid Unknown by John Fitzgerald

3. Earths to Come by Rose Bond

4. BBL Drizzy: The Musical by King Willonius

5. 89 Birds & VJ Felipe Aguilar

THURSDAY DEC 5th

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Immersive Exhibition and Market

10:00 am

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Creativity Squared Podcast

Live Podcast Recording! King Willonius ("BBL Drizzy" Creator) in Conversation with Helen Todd (Creativity Squared Founder)

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Rewilding the Human Spirit Keynote and Panel

Keynote by William J Osceola (Miccosukee Business Council) &
Panel with First People Canadian Creators

Nyla Inukksuk, Slash/Back: Dark SeasonBianca Shonee Arroyo-Kreimes, The PondMélanie O'Bomsawin, TELLING OUR STORY: OUR CONNECTION WITH THE LAND, DREAMS, AND SKYWORLDModerated by Reverend Houston Cypress, Otter Clan of the Miccosukee Tribe

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Cultural Takeover: Innovation Locations for Immersive Entertainment

Eric Jellson, Area Dir Sales and Marketing, Kimpton Hotels Florida, EPIC Hotel
Alyssa Landry, XR Creator (Disney/Carnival Cruises/AirBNB)
Sylvana Levy, Hospitality and Event Producer (Sylvana Levy & Co.)
Moderated by Ulrich Strauss (BFI/VRHAM!)

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Beyond Boundaries: Art, Design, and Film in Immersive Spaces

Discover how designers, artists, and filmmakers are redefining immersive experiences across a range of environments. This panel explores the creative and technical challenges of crafting compelling visual narratives in spaces such as projection domes, virtual reality, and large-scale installations. Learn about innovative design strategies and the future of immersive storytelling.

-- Neil Carty, Cosm

-- Ricardo Romaneiro, Artist and Composer of LIQUIDVERSE: Microcosm & Macrocosm

-- John Fitzgerald - Co-founder Sensorium, Technical Director at ONX Studio

-- Moderated by Alec Warren, Director of the Frost Planetarium at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

NEO CINEMA NOW by Escape.AI x FilmGate Interactive

esc x filmgate x art basel
Presented by Dustin Hollywood

Escape.AI (www.escape.ai) x FilmGate Interactive present GenAI shorts

5:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Fireside Chat: Redefining Festivals with Immersive Experiences

Explore how cutting-edge immersive technologies are transforming the festival experience. From interactive art installations to augmented reality stages, this panel showcases how events like Coachella and III Points are using innovation to captivate audiences and push the boundaries of live music and art.

-- Sam Schoonover, Founder of Forward Studio

-- David Sinopoli, iii Points

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

ANCESTORS by Smartphone Orchestra

Tickets Available

What kind of world will we leave for future generations? Thinking about the future tends to feel abstract and remote. Until you’ve taken part in Ancestors, that is.

In this interactive experience you embark on a thrilling, collective journey six generations into the future. Using your smartphone and AI, connections are created between you and others in the room. Together you’ll explore the challenges of tomorrow, discovering how collaboration is key to shaping a better world.

This exhibition will be supported by Dutch Culture USA, part of the Consulate General of the Netherlands in New York.

8:00 pm - 8:15 pm

TRACES Live Performance

Traces is a multimedia performance in which all components are conceived in their potential for mutual interaction. The “traces” are the imprinted on the screen signs, shaped by the sounds and movements of the soloist.

8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Evening Party + launch of Ai videos on the Paramount LED wall

Party with immersive and interactive experiences, including the launch of an AI powered experience on the Paramount LED wall, showcasing work from Wide Worlds Resident Artists

FRIDAY DEC 6th

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Immersive Exhibition and Market

10:00 am

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Video Games as Artistic Expression

Join us for an engaging discussion exploring how video games have evolved into a powerful medium of artistic and cultural expression. This panel brings together diverse voices to delve into the unique intersection of gaming, art, and society.

Lauren Monzón, Otro Inventario
Leo Castañeda
Corbin Graves, PAMM

Moderator - Lindsay Grace, University of Miami

11:00 am - 11:30 am

Nona Hendryx Presents The Dream Machine at the Lincoln Center

11:30 am - 12:00 pm

A conversation with the Mammary Mountain creators

Mammary Mountain Creators Tara Mooney, Camile Baker and Maf'j Alvarez
Moderated by Liz Rosenthal

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Panel: Worlds Within Reach: The Art of Crafting Immersive Realities

What does it take to build a world that audiences feel, believe, and live within—even if only for a moment? This panel brings together visionary creators from Industrial Light & Magic, the Lincoln Center, Superblue Miami, and the Knight Foundation to discuss the craft of immersive storytelling. They’ll delve into the techniques, technologies, and artistry involved in suspending disbelief and transporting people to entirely new realms. From interactive landscapes to multi-sensory experiences, discover how these leaders are reshaping our expectations of storytelling, crafting worlds that resonate long after the experience ends.

Maria Todaro, Florida Grand Opera
Jordana Leigh, Lincoln Center
Elizabeth Walker, ILM Immersive
Beth Boone, Artistic Director of Miami Light Project
Moderated by Jennifer Farah (Knight Foundation)

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Market Pitches with Cocktails

12 immersive creators pitch their projects

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Tickets Available

ANCESTORS by Smartphone Orchestra

What kind of world will we leave for future generations? Thinking about the future tends to feel abstract and remote. Until you’ve taken part in Ancestors, that is.

In this interactive experience you embark on a thrilling, collective journey six generations into the future. Using your smartphone and AI, connections are created between you and others in the room. Together you’ll explore the challenges of tomorrow, discovering how collaboration is key to shaping a better world.

This exhibition will be supported by Dutch Culture USA, part of the Consulate General of the Netherlands in New York.

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Evening - Cocktail Hour

SATURDAY DEC 7th

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Immersive Exhibition and Market

10:00 am

10:00 am - 10:15 am

Keynote: Cam Lindsay (AI)

Dungeons & Dragons to Next-gen Crypto Protocols: Secrets from the Past, Present and Future of World-Building

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

World-Building 101: Co-Creating Lore in the AI Era - Cam Lindsay

A custom-tailored workshop to help video creators conceptualize and build an AI-powered world from scratch, enabling you to incubate your next idea alongside your audience. Bring 10 images of a character or aesthetic and get 1-1 assistance in creating custom AI models to share with your audience/community.

1:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Break for Lunch

1:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Keynote: Karen Stolzenberg, Snap and Spectacles Demo

2:00 pm - 2:45 pm

Future Fun: How AI and Immersive Tech Are Redefining Cool

What’s next for art, entertainment, and experiences? In this panel, industry leaders share bold predictions on how immersive platforms and AI will shape the future of creativity, especially for Gen Z and Gen Alpha. From interactive storytelling to personalized worlds, discover what’s on the horizon for the next generation of innovators and audiences.

-- Karen Stolzenberg, Snap
-- Brandon Powers, Constellation Theatrical
-- Lillian Hess, Duchampiana
-- Sadah "Espii" Proctor, South Florida PBS
-- Moderated by Savannah Niles, Meta

2:45 pm - 3:30 pm

The AI Studio: Redefining Music Creation and Community

Step into the AI Studio, where generative AI is transforming music production, enabling artists to experiment with new sounds, craft visuals, and create immersive experiences. Learn how these tools are helping musicians not only redefine their creative process but also build deeper connections with their audiences, shaping the future of music communities.

-- Willonius Hatcher

-- Faith "Aya" Umoh, Creative Aya

-- Jason Zada, Secret Level

-- Monica Monique, Secret Level

-- Moderated by Sam Schoonover, Forward Studio

3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Refesh/Recharge and Rewild

Free time

5:00 pm

Party bus to the Bass

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

NOCTURNE (Panel & Cocktail)

Villa Albertine x Filmgate Interactive present NOCTURNE (Panel & Cocktail)

6:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Opening Remarks

Introduction by Silvia Karman Cubina (Executive Director at the Bass Museum), Mohamed Bouabdallah (Cultural Counselor of France), and Dilianna Alexander (Director of Filmgate Miami)

6:30 pm - 6:40 pm

Presentation of French Immersion Distribution grant

2-minute video, followed by the announcement for 2026 With Vincent Florant, Nonny de la Peña, and Katayoun Dibamehr

6:50 pm - 7:15 pm

Expert Panel Discussion: The Immersive Revolution: Redefining Art and Audience Engagement

Discussion with Paul Mourey (Head of Digital / Communications, Centre Pompidou),
Margot Mottaz (Head of Curatorial at SUPERBLUE),
Alain C. Brusch (Global Head of Digital Platforms at Art Basel),
and Nonny de la Peña (Program Director of ASU's Narrative and Emerging Media Program)
Moderated by Adrian Madlener, Wallpaper

7:15 pm - 7:45 pm

Artist Conversation: Salomé Chatriot (FR) x Nancy Baker (US)

7:45 pm - 8:00 pm

Performance: Fragile Ecosystem by Salomé Chatriot

8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

NOCTURNE PARTY Cocktail / DJ Party (Filmgate)

NOCTURNE Party with DJ Booty

SUNDAY DEC 8th

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Basel Excursions

Basel Excursions : Superblue/Scope/Nada

5:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Award Ceremony + Boat Sunset Cruise

Featuring DJ Michel Attie

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