Immersive Art and Expressive Technology
Uniting code, hardware, art + design
dadageek is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting immersive artists and electronic musicians. Our mission is to provide education and foster a vibrant community for those innovating at the intersection of art, interactive media, and technology. We believe in the power of creativity and collaboration, and our community is a testament to that belief. Filled with talented and passionate technologists, our members are eager to share their knowledge and inspire others. Through workshops, events, and resources, we empower creators to push the boundaries of their craft and explore new frontiers in art and technology. Join us in our mission to cultivate a dynamic and inclusive environment of creative technologists.
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CAST 2026 Call For Works
CAST (Contemporary Art & Sound Technologies) is a new platform dedicated to supporting experimental creators working at the intersection of sound, music, and visual media. Our mission is to foster bold, interdisciplinary work by connecting emerging and established artists with innovative institutions, professional resources, and collaborative opportunities. Through performances, workshops, and mentorship, CAST aims to cultivate a vibrant community where contemporary art and technology converge, offering artists space to explore, experiment, and share their work with engaged audiences.
CAST is now accepting project proposals from sound/music and video artists for our inaugural 2026 season. Submissions are open until September 5th. We are seeking innovative, experimental artists to develop new works over a week of workshops and rehearsals in Austin from March 23rd to March 27th, and a unique performance opportunity on Saturday, March 28th at dadaLab in Austin, TX.
Up to 8 composers and 8 visual artists will be selected and have the opportunity to work with local Austin Institutions – dadaLab, Soundmap Ensemble, and Line upon Line Percussion. Selected participants will be paired to create a team with one composer and one visual artist to develop a collaborative work. Alternatively, one artist could apply to do both – visual and audio content.
dadageek presents:
TOM HALL | ALEX DL | SV1
August 30, 2025
Doors @ 8:00 | Performances @ 8:30
Discounted online presale and student tickets available | All ages
Join us for an immersive night of experimental sound and vision as dadageek welcomes TOM HALL (LA), ALEX DL, and SV1. Celebrating the release of Trip Computer, Tom Hall returns with a high-resolution audio-visual journey shaped by memory, decay, and custom-built synthesis systems — a recalibration of two decades of sonic exploration. Austin’s own Alex DL brings a distinctive approach to trance and experimental club music. A longtime presence in Texas’s underground scene, his performances explore the creative potential of working with blending rhythmic intensity with a reflective, narrative-driven A/V experience. Rounding out the night, sv1 delivers a raw, rhythmic blend of power ambient and IDM, channeling noise, rap, and distortion into a soundscape built for liminal spaces. Expect a night of deep textures, shifting atmospheres, and genre-defying performances.
Getting Started with MXR! Real Time 3D for VJs and Creators
July 22, 2025
7:00 - 9:30p
dadaLab | 2008 Alexander Ave.
Free!
This FREE workshop is an introduction to MXR, an exciting new real-time 3D tool for VJs and visual creators! MXR founder Eric Wagliardo will guide attendees through getting started with this powerful new creation tool. Learn more about MXR below and RSVP to secure a spot!
MXR empowers creators with a no-code, real-time 3D environment fueled by live data inputs—no scripting required. Simply drag & drop 3D models, effects, lights, and shaders into the viewport, then use intuitive node-based controls (like LFOs, MIDI, OSC, DMX, or audio analysis) to animate elements dynamically. Whether you're building immersive visuals for a concert, festival, LED wall, XR experience, or virtual production scene, MXR delivers Hollywood-grade VFX at high frame rates, optimized for responsive live performance.
QUADRANT v8.0
August 2, 2025
Doors @ 7:30 | Performances @ 8:00
Discounted online presale and student tickets available | All ages
Join us for an evening of auditory exploration at QUADRANT v8.0 – the eighth edition of dadageek's quadraphonic electronic music series, featuring spatial sound performance and real-time video art. Hosted at dadaLab, this event showcases the creative potential of quadraphonic sound—an audio format that utilizes four speakers positioned around the listener to create a more immersive listening experience.
Each artist performing at QUADRANT v8.0 has developed a piece specifically for dadaLab’s 4-channel system, using spatial techniques to explore movement, texture, and atmosphere in sound. The result is a listening experience that encourages deeper attention to how sound interacts with space and perception. Prepare for an experience that challenges convention, transcends stereo, and envelops your senses. Learn more with the link below!
dadageek Summer 2025 Courses!
Interactive Video, Modular Synths, and more!
We are thrilled to announce an incredible lineup of new dadageek courses for Summer 2025! These 4-week immersive experiences are designed to take you deep into the world of creative technology, with hands-on instruction in cutting-edge tools and techniques. Whether you're exploring generative art, building interactive installations, or diving into real-time visuals with TouchDesigner, our courses are crafted to help you bring your boldest creative visions to life. At the end of each course, you'll have the exciting opportunity to showcase your work publicly in the next dadageek student exhibition—a celebration of innovation, experimentation, and community. Take your creativity to the next level and dive in with us this summer!
Learn more about our Summer 2025 courses with the link below
dadageek x ÅRT ĈLUB Summer Art+Tech Courses at POST Houston!
dadageek is excited to team up with ÅRT ĈLUB to offer two in-person courses to the Houston digital art community! After the courses, participants will have the opportunity to present their work at an exhibition inside ÅRT ĈLUB on September 7! Learn about each course with the links below.
TouchDesigner Boot Camp:
Step into the dynamic world of digital art creation with this two-day TouchDesigner boot camp!
- Saturday, August 9 + Sunday, August 10 | 3pm - 6pm
Immersive Audio with Ableton Live:
Unlock the power of spatial audio for live performances and immersive art!
- Saturday, August 16 + Sunday, August 17 | 3pm - 6pm
dadageek VECTOR Shirts!
Check out these rad dadageek shirts! These shirts were designed from vector images created generatively by Dallas-based video artist Evan Henry. The original images were generated with analog circuity and captured off a CRT monitor. Pick out your favorite design and order one today!
