As we approach our 10th anniversary in 2025, we’re reflecting on the incredible journey we’ve had and the inspiring projects that lie ahead. This year has been particularly special, filled with moments and collaborations that embody our commitment to pushing boundaries in the arts and building an equitable future.

brooke smiley & SOZO have been named an inaugural participant in Doris Duke Foundation’s Performing Arts Technologies Lab, a first-of-its-kind accelerator for projects seeking to explore innovative uses of digital technology in the performing arts.

The groundbreaking coaching program is designed to equip full-time working, mid-career independent artists with sustainability and entrepreneurship training to reach new heights in their careers.

Over 9,000 attendees in immersed themselves in this unique world that combines augmented reality, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence.