The Next Frontier of Performance: Risk, Reach, and the Infinite
Thu, May 07
|Zoom
As we look toward the horizon of a new season, how do we push the boundaries of what is possible in the performing arts? Join us for our May talk featuring Bryan Jao, Vice President & Chief Program Officer at Midland Center for the Arts, and Jennifer Kanyo, Senior Director of Museums and Education.


Time & Location
May 07, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Zoom
About this Event
This session will explore the intersection of art, science, and technology, focusing on the calculated risks required to produce large-scale, interdisciplinary projects. From navigating the complexities of virtual reality (XR) to fostering deep community connections through accessible education, Bryan and Jennifer will discuss how "the infinite" serves as both a theme and a mandate for the future of cultural institutions.
What to Expect:
Insights into the first Midwest engagement of THE INFINITE and the logistics of immersive storytelling.
A candid conversation on the importance of taking creative risks to engage diverse, multi-generational audiences.
A look at what’s next in the world of arts presenting.
Come ready to think big about what’s new, what’s next, and how we can all reach for the next frontier in our creative work.
