NYC News June 2026

2026.06.09 UP

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In recent years, immersive art in New York City has evolved from simple projection-based experiences into comprehensive productions where sound, spatial design, data, and technology intersect. A symbolic example of this trend is “reSOUND,” presented at Rockefeller Center. Created by d'strict, the Korean digital art studio, the installation transforms the entire venue into a single experiential environment through the use of sound, light, and vibration. Different creators and production teams are responsible for individual environments, resulting in a multilayered world within a single venue. The exhibition also includes experimental works that translate scientific data into sound, extending its scope into academic and research-based territory. Similar developments can be seen at Hall des Lumières and Mercer Labs. Immersive art is increasingly emerging as a multidisciplinary form of expression involving sound designers, engineers, architects, and researchers. As a leading center of this movement, New York continues to pioneer new frontiers in experiential design.