Opening Conference of the MishMash Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Creativity

Conference

Monday, September 14, at 10:00 a.m.

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Theater and Opera Hall

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NOK 1,000

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Opening Conference of the MishMash Center for Artificial Intelligence and Creativity
‘Interdisciplinary research on AI in cultural and creative ecosystems’

Like many technological developments, artificial intelligence (AI) is not merely a tool. It reshapes the conditions for creative production, perception, and cultural infrastructures. The MishMash Centre for AI and Creativity, one of six Norwegian AI centers, combines three approaches: it creates AI-based systems, tools, and artworks; explores AI in relation to creativity and learning; and reflects on the impacts of AI.
The MishMash opening conference showcases frameworks and examples based on the center’s three approaches. It features discussions between researchers from diverse backgrounds, from the perspectives of machines, humans, and society.

What the conference offers
The MishMash Opening Conference offers opportunities for everyone involved in MishMash to meet and strengthen their connections around the key research themes. For researchers outside MishMash, the conference offers opportunities to engage in in-depth discussions about research on AI and creativity, and to learn about the unique profile of MishMash and its researchers.
Updates on keynote speakers and program content will be published regularly over the coming months.

Inspiring environment
We meet in Southern Norway, in the heart of Kristiansand’s modern cultural district: the Kunstsilo museum—recognized by The New York Times and TIME Magazine—and the award-winning Kilden hall. The conference aims to create an inspiring environment for the exploration of research and artistic creation in interaction with artificial intelligence.

Conference dates
The MishMash Opening Conference will take place on Monday, September 14. It will be followed by MishMash LIVE, an informal opening festival in the evening. The following day (Tuesday, September 15), MishMash work package meetings will take place in the morning, followed by an inspiring partner conference.

Held back-to-back with Tech:Art on Tuesday,
The MishMash Opening Conference is being held back-to-back with Tech:Art at Kilden Arts Center. Tech:Art, taking place on Tuesday, September 15, focuses on the interaction between research and (local and international) cultural and creative partners. It aims to inspire organizations in the cultural sector and facilitate dialogue between these organizations and researchers. Stay for Tech:Art to discuss opportunities for (artistic) researchers, technology developers, and creative organizations to co-create!

For more information on MishMash, visit
For more information about the MishMash Centre for AI and Creativity, visit www.mishmash.no

Poster presentations
Researchers are invited to submit an abstract for presentation at the conference in the form of a poster presentation. We welcome both practice-oriented and theoretical work, including both completed research projects and research in progress. The poster presentations offer an excellent opportunity to meet other researchers and receive feedback on your work. You can find the requirements and submit an abstractusing this form.

Practical information

About the Theater and Opera Halladd

A hall with a total of 653 seats and a submersible orchestra pit that has proved highly operational for various scenic genres and traditions.

Foajébarenadd

The foyer bar is always open during events in the Theater and Opera Hall. During major events, please expect some wait times for service; arrive well in advance and pay attention to announcements as the start of the event approaches.

Frihavn Restaurantadd

We serve delicious dishes made with the finest seasonal ingredients from local suppliers. The restaurant is located in the Kilden lobby, so you can easily head straight to the performance after your meal.

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Kilden has an elevator for our visitors who are disabled. The halls have dedicated spaces for wheelchairs. If you need assistance, please contact the box office or one of our staff in the foyer. Wheelchair spaces can be booked by contacting our box office. You can also book a ticket for a companion with a companion certificate.

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Kilden has 3 different hearing aid solutions available in all three halls - which one you choose depends on which connection options you have on your hearing aid.

Hearing Assistance at Kilden PDF)