Future Mythologies is a celebratory showcase for the new works in development that aspire to redefine the future of storytelling, and become the myths of tomorrow. Through performance excerpts and facilitated discussions between artists and audiences, this event unveils the captivating evolution of groundbreaking new works.

Polyphonic Garden by Ruby Singh

Polyphonic Garden is an innovative fusion of biophony (the collective sounds of animals in an environment) geophony (the naturally occurring non-biological sounds in an environment) and biosonification (translating biological activity from Indigenous plants into musical sounds). To make these projects, lead artist Ruby Singh has gathered field recordings to compose ambisonic sound installations. At IndieFest, Singh is activating them with musical performances based on Gurbani and Hindustani, musical teachings, and original poetry. This workshop development phase explores the relationship between the multivocal structure of music and poetics, and how it informed by the polyphonic structure of the natural world itself.

Future Renaissance by Alina Sotskova

Set 500 years from now, Future Renaissance is a fusion of virtuosic contemporary dance, sci-fi, and Renaissance art. A dance of ephemeral sculptures in motion unfolds in a cyberpunk-esque setting. Voirelia brings together artists from dance, lighting, music, and visual art to create a performance that blends past, present, and future. In this mesmerizing and unsettling world, creating real bonds among people is a lost art. Yet, a deep longing for the lost is stirring a rebellious revival. Through evocative choreographic imagery and vivid lighting design, Future Renaissance explores fears of loss and the search for connection, inviting reflection on how relationships define our humanity.