Project Overview
This innovative project, conducted under WP5 of the Asi@Connect initiative, successfully developed a tech-culture fusion platform across six countries—Bangladesh, India, Malaysia, Pakistan, Vietnam, and South Korea. Over 22 months, it facilitated workshops, training programs, symposia, and cyber performances through APAN meetings and regional events.
Using cutting-edge tools like UltraGrid, JackAudio, Syphon, and JackTrip, the project enabled multi-point live collaborations among artists, engineers, and technicians across borders. This groundbreaking initiative demonstrated how advanced research networks can be leveraged for artistic and cultural innovation, offering a sustainable model for continued digital culture engagement and educational outreach.
Participating Countries & Organizations
Partner: BdREN
Role: Beneficiary Country
Partner: ERNET
Role: Beneficiary Country
Partner: MYREN
Role: Beneficiary Country
Partner: PERN
Role: Beneficiary Country
Partner: VinaREN
Role: Beneficiary Country
Partner: NEXT Inc.
Role: Lead Partner
Key Activities Timeline
Focused on real-time audio-visual transmission using UltraGrid and JackAudio. Engineers and artists learned to set up cyber performance systems and manage cross-network AV flows.
A 3-point live cyber performance connecting Vietnam, India, and Pakistan. Participants tackled latency, stage synchronization, and eye-contact challenges while showcasing cultural pieces.
Emphasized real-time audio synchronization and delay reduction. Held in Singapore during APAN45, improving confidence in cyber performance sound systems.
Two-day event in Dhaka addressing fusion trends and practical challenges. Featured live collaborative performances between Bangladeshi and Korean artists, streamed on YouTube.
Hands-on exploration of multi-point CPs using Syphon for image sharing and Arena for video mixing. Advanced visual composition tools across remote sites.
Spectacular 6-country synchronized show featuring BD, PK, IN, MY, VN, and KR. Large-scale collaborative performance using VLAN with 5.1 surround audio and real-time visual synthesis.
Key Outcomes
Established structured training modules using UltraGrid, JackAudio, Syphon, and Arena, enabling effective collaboration between engineers, technicians, and artists.
Successfully conducted cross-border live performances demonstrating technical and artistic coordination with synchronized audiovisual transmission over TEIN.
Participating networks gained skills and resources to independently plan, operate, and innovate in cyber performance practices across regional cultural ecosystems.
Bridged gaps between technical experts and performing artists, promoting mutual understanding and teamwork for high-quality cyber performances.
Live-streamed and documented events enabled global participation, knowledge sharing, and enhanced cultural footprint of participating nations.
Challenges & Gaps
Real-time collaboration was challenged by audio-visual delays across network nodes, especially in low-bandwidth regions, requiring extensive testing and configuration.
Regions with weak network infrastructure experienced limited streaming quality and connectivity disruptions, affecting performance consistency and audience engagement.
Many participants lacked prior exposure to cyber performance tools, necessitating extended hands-on training sessions and technical guidance.
Engaging all TEIN member countries equally proved difficult due to differing resource levels, technical readiness, and scheduling constraints.
Future Directions
Global Scaling: Plans include integrating European and American partners into larger-scale CP events, creating intercontinental collaborations and enhancing global reach.
Permanent Platform: Development of a lasting digital platform with training resources, archived content, and scheduling systems for continuous collaboration.
Advanced Technology: Introduction of IoT, real-time sensors, and higher-resolution AV tools (4K/8K) to increase immersion and enhance artistic expression.
Content Archives: Creating and preserving multimedia archives of performances and training resources for education, cultural documentation, and future project continuity.