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6Sep/16Off

Dutch company releases world’s first virtual reality ballet

Instead of adapting a traditional ballet, the piece actually is said to have been originally developed for the sake of showcasing virtual reality technology. According to a press release, the dancers do not limit themselves to one space but dance around the room and around the camera to help simulate the appearance of dimensions.

Reportedly, the piece is aimed towards audiences that would not normally attend a live stage production of a ballet.

According to the company’s website, there are three ways to watch a VR program. - Samsung Gear VR, -  a smartphone through a cardboard lens - attend a VR cinema.

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