Lazer Invazion A Rock-n-Roll Odyssey of Lasers, Lights & Alien Invasions! delivered an electrifying spectacle that left the audience spellbound

ByCoryMoody

The Harrison Opera House was the venue for this mind-bending celebration of science fiction, space exploration,andpopculture,whichtookplace on Friday, June 30th. From start to finish, the production transported the audience on a warp-driven laser ride through time and space, guaranteeing anexperiencelikenoother

The show was a seamless fusion of multimedia elements, including hightech lasers, theatrical lighting, and high-definitionvideos Theseelements were expertly choreographed and synchronized to the pulsating beats of iconic rock-n-roll hits by artists such as David Bowie, Queen, Duran Duran, The Police, The B-52’s, Portishead, Moby The Church Soundgarden, Patti Smith, Daft Punk, and more. The concert-quality sound enveloped the audience, creating a thrilling atmosphere that set the stage for the visual extravaganzatocome

The visuals were a symphony of colors, shapes, and imagery drawn from a diverse range of sources, including movies TV shows the internet, and commercials The creative team behind Lazer Invazion meticulously curated these visuals, seamlessly blending them with laser designs,theatricallighting,andatmospheric haze and smoke. The result was a unified and immersive visual experience that transcended the boundaries of imagination.

Oneofthemostcaptivatingaspects of the show was the synchronization between the visuals and the music. Each song evoked a unique visual concept, leading to a harmonious interplay between sight and sound. The audience was treated to a stun- ning display of laser beams dancing in perfect harmony with the melodies whilethevibrantlightingfurther accentuatedthemoodofeachsong It wasamesmerizingsymphonyoflight and sound that captivated the senses

Throughouttheperformance,there were moments that stood out as truly awe-inspiring Onesuchmomentwas during the segment featuring Daft Punk’s “Technologic.” The combinationofthemeticulously craftedvideo accompanimentandtheintricatelaser design created a breathtaking spectacle that left the audience breathless The synchronization between the pulsating beats, the mesmerizing visuals,andtheelectrifyinglaserswas nothing short of magical.

Lazer Invazion was a testament to the power of live entertainment and the ability to create immersive experiences that transport audiences to uncharted territories of imagination. The show paid homage to the influence of science fiction on our culture, blendingitseamlesslywithrock-n-roll classics and cutting-edge technology It was an exploration of the shared dreamsandfantasiesthathaveshaped our collective consciousness.

Astheperformancedrewtoaclose, itwasevidentthatLazerInvazionhad left an indelible mark on the audience The Harrison Opera House had been transformed into a cosmic playground, and the audience had been taken on a journey they would never forget.LazerInvazionwasatestament totheboundlesscreativityandinnovationthatcanbeachievedwhenmusic, visuals and technology intertwine in perfectharmony

Cory Moody is a passionate arts, entertainment and technology enthusiast.

Beyond Van Gogh

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Y: Can you tell us about the music that playsinconjunctionwiththeimagesofVan Gogh’spaintings?

FC: Music actually plays a really importantpartinanimmersionexperiencebecause itreallycarriesyouinthestorytellingandthe dreamlikeaspectofit.Sowechosetonotgo with period appropriate music We chose music from very different time periods and styles,aswellasdifferentartists Wedidthis to showcase that Vincent has been co-existing with these different styles of music and he is part of our cultural environment. He is relevant in all these time periods and remainsfreshandinspiringthroughoutthe timeperiods We have a piece by Miles Daves, we have a musical rendition of “Here Comes the Sun” that people recognize the most. The music is meant to visually support what’s happening There are no lyrics it’s really about blending all of these different pieces together and for those who attend and love the music they hear, we have the whole list availableonspotifyonourwebsiteathttps:// open.spotify.com/playlist/0o9CxXVDyDHqZ33cNEhUp5

Y: With over 2000 Van Gogh creations, how were 300 of his works chosen to be showcasedhere?

FC: Some of course are obvious choices suchasStarryNight,SunFlowers theIrises all of these very, very famous pieces have to be in there but there is also a lot more room toshowmoreandhowthatthereisanarcto his evolution that got him to this point. We chose to divide this show in three sections thatcoverthelast10yearsofhislifebecause that’swhenhereallypainted.

The beginning of his career he is still in the Netherlands and that is much darker piecesbecauseheisstilllearning.Thenyou gettoParisandit’sjustthebrightnessofthe Impressioniststhathemetandthenhegets totheSouthofFranceandthatjustexplodes withcolorandwhenhewenttoAuvers-surOise to be near his brother Theo, his paintingsarepure,puremovement.Wechosethe piecesthatshowcasedthenaturalevolution of his work from darkness to night, brightnessandjoyinmovementandthat’showwe wentaboutit

Y: Where were you born and what motivatedyoutobecomeanArtHistorian?

FC: I was born near Paris France and moved to Montreal, Canada when I was very young I went into art first and have a bachelor’s degree in it. I then had this great artteacherthatreallyopenedmyeyestoart history,motivatedmeandhelpedmerealize thatimagesareconnectedtoeverything So IdidmymastersinitandnowIamfinishing mydoctor’sdegreeinit.

Y: Do you have a favorite part of this exhibit for yourself and a favorite part that you can’t wait to see the reactions of those attending?

FC: I am lucky enough to travel to the openings of most of them and I get to talk topeoplewhoareseeingitforthefirsttime and what I like the most is them telling me thattheylearnedsomethingmoreaboutVan Gogh. That is the point of this whole experience That is why it is called Beyond Van Gogh.Heissowidelypopularandacomplex human being So when people learn a little bit more about him, that is my personal favoritething Intermsofreactions,I’veseenpeoplecry, sit still in a meditative state I’ve seen twirling and dancing, laughing and giddyness There is just so much to take in and it has beenincrediblyrichtoseehowmeaningfulit couldbetosomanypeopleinsomanyways

Y: How about a wow pinch me moment that you experienced while being a part of BeyondVanGogh?

FC: Forme, it’s hard to beat the first time Isawitinperson.Originally,wewereworkingonthisprojectduringthepandemicfrom our home For the longest time I saw this project that is meant to be in an enormous space, on my tiny 13 inch computer screen.

The first time I saw it in its physical space was in Austin, Texas. It was a very moving experience for me to see it actually moving all around me I saw a child following the twirling lights of Starry Night on the floor and laughing her heart out and that was incredibleformeanditbecamemeaningful and purposeful You think you have something when you are alone at home in your room on your tiny computer, but to see it in itsactualspace,thatwasmywowmoment.

Yiorgo is an arts entertainment and sports writer A stage TV and movie actor, he is also a sports entertainer, educator, motivational speaker, writer, storyteller and columnist