Algorave

Join Siggraph Philly for a night of live visuals and creative exploration at Algorave, an open mic for visual artists of all levels. Whether you’re a VJ veteran or just curious about generative art, this is your space to play and experiment.

We’ll kick off the evening with a hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop led by UPenn Professor Ana Estarita , using Hydra, a browser-based tool for creating real-time visuals. No downloads, no installs, just open your browser and dive in. The workshop will start at 7.15 pm.

After the workshop, the mic and screen are yours. Jam live with generative visuals and create alongside music. Think glitch art and interactive motion. Anything goes.

This is a night of experimentation and play, not perfection. We’re here to try things, mess up, remix, and create something unexpected together.

This is a free event, but we kindly ask that you support us by purchasing at least 1–2 drinks. Your support helps us continue to host more great events!

What to Expect:

• A fast, fun intro to live visuals with Hydra
• Music-fueled, interactive visual performances
• Mocktails + chill vibes by FaceClock Gallery
• A welcoming space for creativity, connection, and discovery

Bring your laptop if you want to jam. We’ll also have a shared laptop set up for anyone to use. And if you’d rather just watch and take it all in, observers are absolutely welcome.

No experience needed, just curiosity.