Exploring the Concept of TransAngels: Understanding the Intersection of Technology and Human Connection
As society continues to evolve in its understanding and acceptance of transgender individuals, the media's role in this journey is pivotal. By promoting respectful, nuanced, and multifaceted portrayals, media can contribute to a more inclusive and understanding society. However, it is also crucial to critically examine the ways in which transgender individuals are represented and to foster a dialogue that encourages empathy, understanding, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their gender identity or expression. TransAngels 24 07 12 Jade Venus Brittney Kade A...
| Title | Format | Highlights | |-------|--------|------------| | (2014) | Video‑performance + projection | Jade’s choreography is projected onto a translucent screen while Venus’s collages animate in the background. The piece ends with a live reading of Kade’s poem “Flight Manual.” | | “Signal of the Sky” (2017) | Immersive sound installation | A darkened room filled with hanging speakers that emit layered field recordings of airport announcements, interspersed with Brittney’s synth drones, creating a sense of departure and arrival. | | “Data Angel” (2020) | AR experience | Audiences point their phones at the installation’s central marble column and see a swirling constellation of data points that correspond to the personal stories submitted by participants. | | “Re‑Angel 2023” (2023) | Multi‑venue live event | A city‑wide series of pop‑up performances that culminated in a night‑time rooftop concert, featuring all five artists simultaneously, and streamed globally via a custom VR environment. | | | “Re‑Angel 2023” (2023) | Multi‑venue live