ECCB26 Geneva Opening performance If Data Could Breathe
An opening performance at the intersection of art, data, and society .
As part of the opening ceremony of ECCB 2026, If data could breathe offers a unique artistic experience that brings together Geneva’s vibrant creative scene and the world of data science.
Conceived by choreographer Lucy Nightingale and coordinated by the creative agency episode(s), If data could breathe explores the living nature of data: how it flows, connects, and shapes our understanding of the world. Blending classical and contemporary expression, two classical dancers and one hip-hop dancer share the stage, embodying the dialogue between structure and spontaneity, precision and creativity, much like data itself.
Set against the full-height screen of the CICG plenary hall, the performance is enhanced by generative visuals created by visual designer MiDeRiC. Light, movement, and digital imagery intertwine to create an immersive experience, reflecting the themes of the conference and the dynamic interplay between science, innovation, and society.
Together, movement, image, and sound form a living ecosystem, capturing the essence of ECCB 2026: connecting disciplines, bridging science and society, and shaping the future through data.
