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Conversations with artists and technologists reimagining how we create, tell stories, and connect.
Kiira Benz
Director, producer, and founder of Double Eye Studios
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 · 5:00 PM
Innovation Center Hub, 6 East 16th Street, 6th floor
Free · Registration required
Kiira Benz is an award-winning multidimensional director, producer, and creative pioneer working at the intersection of immersive storytelling, XR theatre, live entertainment, and virtual production. Through Double Eye Studios, she creates experiences that invite audiences to step inside a story, blending live performance with virtual and mixed-reality worlds.
Fireside conversation
Facilitated by Maya Georgieva, Faculty, Immersive Storytelling, and Senior Director of the Innovation Center | AI, XR and Quantum Labs, the conversation explores Kiira's practice and process and where immersive storytelling is headed next. The discussion will be followed by audience Q&A.
Creative Futures connects New School students with artists and technologists opening new possibilities across art, design, performance, social impact, and new media. Presented by The New School Innovation Center and its AI, XR, and Quantum Labs.
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