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Axios
9 hours ago
- Business
- Axios
Hoosier entrepreneurs share innovations with the world
The 2025 Global Entrepreneurship Congress went down at the Indiana Convention Center this week, and two Indiana University student inventors benefited in particular. Why it matters: This was just the second time it was held in a U.S. city in the event's 16-year history, putting Indianapolis in an exclusive club and making downtown the (temporary) home of international entrepreneurship. Driving the news: The event brought global titans of industry, including IU alum Mark Cuban, who delivered the keynote address. A crew of IU students with bold startup ideas were also in attendance to share their innovations with policymakers, investors and support organizations from around the world. Zoom in: Meet two of the students who presented during the event. 🏒 Alex Kaluzna: The business student created Capshock, a mouthguard designed to protect athletes against concussions, alongside friend and West Virginia University mechanical engineering student Benjamin Landolina. As former high school hockey teammates, the duo was inspired to make Capshock after an undetected concussion ended Landolina's hockey career early. "It's just incredibly personal to both of us as Alex was there when I got my injury," Landolina said. "It really drives us to do what we're doing." How it works: Unlike competing products that rely on electronics, Capshock uses a mechanical dye capsule that changes color if a player experiences an impact large enough to put them at risk of a concussion. Kalunza said Capshock will retail for about $50 per unit compared to electronic solutions that sell for hundreds of dollars. "Being two founders who are still new to the entrepreneurial journey, we went in with open ears," Kaluzna said. "Just being able to attend the speaking sessions and listening to Mark Cuban speak on the main stage was an incredible learning experience." 🎵 Kaitlin Pet: The PhD student in music informatics is the co-founder of PetsAloud, a startup launched alongside sister Nikki, a professional classical musician and soon-to-be visiting scholar at IU. Their tech combines music, animation and machine learning to craft video visuals that synchronize with the movements of musicians as they perform. The idea was born in the pandemic after Nikki made a series of videos pairing her music with animation that gained popularity online. Fun fact: Her take on "Peter and the Wolf" has more than 1 million YouTube views. Between the lines: The founders say their goal is to make classical music feel fresh and exciting for younger audiences. The platform also makes integrating custom multimedia into live shows more affordable and less labor intensive for musicians. Yes, but: While their technology uses AI, it doesn't mean the visuals are generated. Musicians can use PetsAloud to apply motion and synchronicity to static works produced by human artists.
Ya Biladi
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Ya Biladi
The Mazaya Youth Orchestra brings «Peter and the Wolf» in Darija to Rabat and Casablanca
Picture «Peter and the Wolf», a timeless symphonic tale for children composed by Russian pianist Sergei Prokofiev in 1936, performed entirely in Darija The Mazaya Youth Orchestra will bring this unique concert to life, offering a captivating performance of Peter and the Wolf in Darija. Audiences in Rabat and Casablanca can enjoy the show on Friday, May 16 at 7 p.m. at EIMD in Rabat, and Wednesday, May 21 at 8 p.m. at Théâtre Mohammed VI in Casablanca. Interpreted entirely by the young musicians of the Mazaya program — from orchestration to narration — this production is a celebration of talent, discipline, and the transformative power of second chances. In Peter and the Wolf, each character is represented by a different instrument, offering a poetic metaphor for learning, unity, and personal growth. Conducted by Dina Bensaïd, the concert highlights the success of the Mazaya initiative, launched in 2012 by the Fondation Ténor pour la Culture. The program provides musical and academic training to underprivileged youth who have dropped out of school. Many alumni have joined the Moroccan Philharmonic Orchestra or become music educators.
Scoop
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Silo Theatre Unleashes An Epic Aotearoa Adventure These School Holidays
Press Release – Elephant Publicity These July school holidays, Silo Theatre invites tamariki and their whānau on a theatrical adventure from the everyday into the extraordinary. Taniwha is an immersive new stage experience that blends puppetry, live music, diorama, and real-time videography to conjure up a vivid, technicolour world – full of mystery, courage and imagination. From the creators of Silo's critically acclaimed and award-winning Peter and the Wolf, this is an audacious new work for people aged five and up. On a bustling building site in a small Aotearoa town, the earth begins to rumble. Something ancient is stirring – huge blue mushrooms sprout from portaloo doors, and two shadowy developers are closing in. When young Mereana and her fearless band of buddies discover a taniwha has been disturbed by the new construction, they spring into action to protect it. But standing up for what's right isn't easy – and they'll need all their creativity, courage, and teamwork to save their world. Written and composed by Leon Radojkovic (Ngāpuhi, Dalmatian, Pākehā) and directed by Sophie Roberts, Taniwha draws on the anarchic spirit of 80s and 90s adventure flicks while echoing the fantastical world-building of Miyazaki (Studio Ghibli). The result is a genre-bending, multi-sensory spectacle where theatre, animation, and conscious storytelling meet — made especially for curious minds and courageous hearts. 'Think of this as a wild, home-grown sequel to our adaptation of Peter and the Wolf,' says Roberts. 'We've kept the same magic and immersive artistry, but this time we're telling a story from Aotearoa. It's playful, adventurous and grounded in something real: the importance of protecting our natural world, and also the importance of protecting young people's imaginations. Master puppet maker Jon Coddington (Peter and the Wolf, Indian Ink's Paradise or the Impermanence of Ice Cream) returns to animate a unique cast of 2D puppets, joined by puppeteer Talia Pua who recently completed puppetry training in Indonesia. The storytelling unfolds in real time, projected onto a large screen as a live 'film' is created before the audience's eyes. Lissy (Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Kahu) and Rudi (Ngāti Pāoa, Ngāruahine, Ngāti Makirangi, Ngāti Tu, Te Arawa) Robinson-Cole, known for their large-scale crochet installation Wharenui Harikoa, make their theatre debut by contributing a vibrant, joy-filled visual aesthetic to the set design, in collaboration with designer Daniel Williams. Lighting design by Rachel Marlow enhances the magic, while Dr Dan Hikuroa (Ngāti Maniapoto, Waikato-Tainui, Ngaati Whanaunga, Pākehā) provides mātauranga Māori and climate consultation. A rotating cast of narrators bring the world to life, including beloved screen and stage performers Kura Forrester, Jarod Rawiri, Nī Dekkers-Reihana, and Nicola Kāwana, with more to be announced. Accompanying the visual storytelling is an original score composed by Radojkovic and performed live. The band is led by Leon Radojkovic and features virtuosos from across disciplines and cultures: Peau Halapua (performed with L.A.B., TEEKS, Tami Neilson, Sol3Mio) on violin, Rebecca Zhang on yangqin (Chinese hammered dulcimer), and J.Y Lee (Yoko-Zuna) on flute. Together, they provide a rich, cinematic soundtrack to this live adventure. At its heart, Taniwha is a celebration of kaitiakitanga, imagination, and the joy of unstructured adventure. With free take-home puppet kits available after each performance, Silo Theatre hopes to spark creativity that continues long after the lights come up. 'There's something joyful and defiant about kids running wild, exploring bush tracks, noticing what's alive around them,' says Radojkovic. 'Taniwha celebrates that. It's a love letter to the freedom of childhood – and to the magic and mana of our whenua.' TANIWHA 26 June – 13 July 2025 Presented in Partnership with Auckland Live Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre Run Time: 50 minutes Recommended for ages 5+ Tickets and info: Commissioned by Silo Theatre with support from Creative New Zealand and Silo Theatre Patrons.
Scoop
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Silo Theatre Unleashes An Epic Aotearoa Adventure These School Holidays
These July school holidays, Silo Theatre invites tamariki and their whānau on a theatrical adventure from the everyday into the extraordinary. Taniwha is an immersive new stage experience that blends puppetry, live music, diorama, and real-time videography to conjure up a vivid, technicolour world – full of mystery, courage and imagination. From the creators of Silo's critically acclaimed and award-winning Peter and the Wolf, this is an audacious new work for people aged five and up. On a bustling building site in a small Aotearoa town, the earth begins to rumble. Something ancient is stirring – huge blue mushrooms sprout from portaloo doors, and two shadowy developers are closing in. When young Mereana and her fearless band of buddies discover a taniwha has been disturbed by the new construction, they spring into action to protect it. But standing up for what's right isn't easy – and they'll need all their creativity, courage, and teamwork to save their world. Written and composed by Leon Radojkovic (Ngāpuhi, Dalmatian, Pākehā) and directed by Sophie Roberts, Taniwha draws on the anarchic spirit of 80s and 90s adventure flicks while echoing the fantastical world-building of Miyazaki (Studio Ghibli). The result is a genre-bending, multi-sensory spectacle where theatre, animation, and conscious storytelling meet — made especially for curious minds and courageous hearts. Advertisement - scroll to continue reading 'Think of this as a wild, home-grown sequel to our adaptation of Peter and the Wolf,' says Roberts. 'We've kept the same magic and immersive artistry, but this time we're telling a story from Aotearoa. It's playful, adventurous and grounded in something real: the importance of protecting our natural world, and also the importance of protecting young people's imaginations. Master puppet maker Jon Coddington (Peter and the Wolf, Indian Ink's Paradise or the Impermanence of Ice Cream) returns to animate a unique cast of 2D puppets, joined by puppeteer Talia Pua who recently completed puppetry training in Indonesia. The storytelling unfolds in real time, projected onto a large screen as a live 'film' is created before the audience's eyes. Lissy (Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Kahu) and Rudi (Ngāti Pāoa, Ngāruahine, Ngāti Makirangi, Ngāti Tu, Te Arawa) Robinson-Cole, known for their large-scale crochet installation Wharenui Harikoa, make their theatre debut by contributing a vibrant, joy-filled visual aesthetic to the set design, in collaboration with designer Daniel Williams. Lighting design by Rachel Marlow enhances the magic, while Dr Dan Hikuroa (Ngāti Maniapoto, Waikato-Tainui, Ngaati Whanaunga, Pākehā) provides mātauranga Māori and climate consultation. A rotating cast of narrators bring the world to life, including beloved screen and stage performers Kura Forrester, Jarod Rawiri, Nī Dekkers-Reihana, and Nicola Kāwana, with more to be announced. Accompanying the visual storytelling is an original score composed by Radojkovic and performed live. The band is led by Leon Radojkovic and features virtuosos from across disciplines and cultures: Peau Halapua (performed with L.A.B., TEEKS, Tami Neilson, Sol3Mio) on violin, Rebecca Zhang on yangqin (Chinese hammered dulcimer), and J.Y Lee (Yoko-Zuna) on flute. Together, they provide a rich, cinematic soundtrack to this live adventure. At its heart, Taniwha is a celebration of kaitiakitanga, imagination, and the joy of unstructured adventure. With free take-home puppet kits available after each performance, Silo Theatre hopes to spark creativity that continues long after the lights come up. 'There's something joyful and defiant about kids running wild, exploring bush tracks, noticing what's alive around them,' says Radojkovic. 'Taniwha celebrates that. It's a love letter to the freedom of childhood – and to the magic and mana of our whenua.' TANIWHA 26 June – 13 July 2025 Presented in Partnership with Auckland Live Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre Run Time: 50 minutes Recommended for ages 5+ Tickets and info:
