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The promotional poster for Scharlin's upcoming interactive theatrical experience “Boohbah: The Rise and Fall of an Empire.” (Image courtesy of Molly Scharlin)

Molly Scharlin Ben-Hamoo embraces her inner weird

Senior dramatic writing major Molly Scharlin divulges about her upcoming multimedia extravaganza “Boohbah: The Rise and Fall of an Empire” and unconventional artistic process.
Isabella Armus, Deputy Arts Editor October 22, 2021

Editor’s Note: This conversation was condensed for length and clarity.  Airing from the years 2003 to 2006, the British children’s television series “Boohbah” and its...

Louise Lessél’s “The Black Queen” serves as the embodiment of the evil myths surrounding queen Barbora. It’s a digital and computer-operated actor capable of interacting with an actress, who plays queen Barbora in her battle for her reputation and honor. The darkness is represented by particles following the actress and glass screens serve as triggers for various events to move the play along. (Courtesy of Louise Lessél)

Louise Lessél Brings Metaphors Into Reality Through Programming

Artist Louise Lessél creates interactive experiences and turns the audience into participants in her latest projects, including Cosmic Harp, The Wave and The Black Queen.
Mansee Khurana and Anna-Dmitry Muratova October 16, 2019

Brian Nelson for WSN

Interactive crossing guard connects walkers on Waverly

February 4, 2014
Pop Pop is a new crossing sign that interacts with pedestrians on the corner of Waverly Place and Broadway.