
Rainmaking
AV Performance
Duration: 30min
Saturday, 24 October 2026 | 19:00 > 19:302026-10-24T19:00:00.000Z | AV Performances
Rainmaking is an audiovisual performance that investigates contemporary responses to climate change through the lens of ritual, ecological consciousness, and computational media. Drawing inspiration from traditional rainmaking ceremonies and the musical styles like botanica, tribal and alternative ambient electronic music, the work recontextualizes ancestral forms of environmental engagement within a live digital performance. Performed live using TouchDesigner, Bitwig Studio, MIDI controllers and instruments, the piece combines generative visuals with immersive soundscapes. By merging ritual and technology, Rainmaking invites audiences to contemplate humanity's role within the natural world and the shared responsibility for environmental sustainability and restoration. 20 min.
Author
- Réka Polena is a multidisciplinary artist and designer from Slovakia, known for her ability to fuse storytelling, technology, and sensory experiences. Her career began in illustration and web design, where she focused on creating accessible, story-driven works that connect with audiences on a deeper level. Driven by her fascination with 3D, animation, and coding, she earned a master’s degree in media design, expanding her practice into immersive media.
Réka’s lifelong passion for sound as a hobby musician naturally evolved into explorations...
