Seitl

Seitl is a name associated with several entities, most notably a design and technology company focused on immersive experiences that combine live performance with telepresence and spatial computing. The organization develops installations and performances intended to blur the boundary between physical and digital spaces through wearable devices, motion tracking, spatial audio, and projection mapping. Seitl’s work is typically presented in museums, theatres, art spaces, and at special events, and it has collaborated with artists, curators, and cultural institutions to create interactive exhibitions and performances.

History and scope: Seitl emerged in the mid-2010s from a collaboration among designers and technologists exploring audience presence and embodiment in immersive media. The company operates as a production and creative studio, often partnering with other institutions for commissions or residencies. Its projects span exhibition design, performance, and experimental installations that emphasize audience agency and experiential storytelling.

Technology and methods: Central to Seitl’s practice is the use of telepresence-inspired experiences, where participants wear sensing hardware to influence digital content in a separate space or share sensory cues with performers. Techniques commonly employed include motion tracking, spatial audio, haptic feedback, and real-time video or projection systems to create a sense of presence in a different environment.

Reception and impact: Seitl’s projects have been recognized for advancing innovative approaches to audience engagement, immersive theatre, and museum exhibitions. Critics often commend the technical execution and design quality, while discussions continue around accessibility, cost, and data privacy considerations.

See also: Telepresence, immersive theatre, projection mapping, wearable technology.