in a nutshell
In a nutshell
The Circensia Lab traces its origins back to 2015 when our co-founder, Charlie Marechal, began exploring the future of entertainment in Montreal, Canada. His journey, from developing interactive 3D virtual assistants to holographic performers, led him to become the lead innovation designer at Cirque du Soleil's in-house lab. There, Charlie continued to blend new technologies with the performing arts, creating numerous innovative experiences, garments, and development pipelines. Circensia Lab is the natural extension of his work, dedicated to pioneering new entertainment experiences, formats, and performances available to our clients only.
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Optical Illusion Wheel
Prototyped and tested for Burning Man 2019, this installation features an optical illusion wheel activated by audiences through a modified bicycle.
Fragrance garment
Fruit of a partnership with fashion tech designer Anouk Wipprecht, this futuristic garment is capable of creating personalized scents to audiences on the spot.
Elixir garment
Fruit of a partnership with fashion tech designer Anouk Wipprecht, this futuristic garment is capable of creating personalized cocktails to audiences on the spot.
AI makeup
This tool was created at the 2019 Microsoft Hackathon and is able to search for and blend specific makeups based on predefined settings, this tool allows for custom makeups based on themes or brand assets.
Robotics performance
As a result of a workshop led by our co-founder Charlie Marechal, this project explored the use of robotics as scenographic elements for a live performance.
Holographic performer
A real-time holographic performer can interact and perform in extraordinary settings, alongside impossible visual effects and mixed reality performances.
Giant dress
This giant dress makes for an impressive entrance for any event, towering at 10 ft, it features an integrated chandelier as a nice finishing touch.
E-makeup
This original makeup uses light as working material and can be linked to sensors making it interactive, allowing the audience to play with it through sound or proximity with the performer.
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