By Yorg
Visiting the Society for Arts and Technology (SAT) center is always an exhilarating experience, especially when stepping into the Sphere, a unique fusion of art and science. This venue offers a rare opportunity to explore and appreciate concepts that are seldom encountered elsewhere. The Sphere is designed for comfort, with beanbags arranged in clusters of three, creating a cozy environment ideal for engaging with its 3-dimensional performances.
One of the standout presentations at the Sphere was an immersive work by France Jobin and Markus Heckmann, first unveiled at MUTEK 2023. Their project delves into the enigmatic realms of quantum entanglement, time fluidity, the multiverse, and decoherence, translating these complex physical theories into a breathtaking sensory experience. Jobin described their goal succinctly: “We wanted the audience to physically feel what would otherwise be abstract.”
The performance was nothing short of spectacular. As I entered the Sphere, it was enveloped in thick smoke, setting a mystical atmosphere. The laser lights were gradually warmed up, heightening the anticipation before the event began. The experience itself was phenomenal, with a 360-degree panorama of sound and visuals that transported me to imaginative realms beyond my previous experience. The combination of stunning visuals, expansive auditory elements, and deep bass tones created an immersive environment that was both captivating and profoundly moving.
Entanglement: Dome runs live in the Satosphere from September 3–7, followed by a film adaptation screening starting September 17.
Live Performances: September 3rd to 7th
Film Screening: Starting September 17
Location: SATOSPHERE, SOCIETY FOR ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY,
1201 SAINT-LAURENT BOULEVARD,
MONTREAL, QUEBEC
