The Return of the Enchanted Shadow | Pili International Multimedia
At Pili Sci-Fi Theater, The Return of the Enchanted Shadow combined holographic projection, real-time motion capture, and AI-driven 3D characters, offering audiences an immersive fusion of traditional puppetry and digital effects.
Client Background
Pili International Multimedia has long been dedicated to innovating glove puppetry through theater, film, and animation. By integrating digital technologies, it brings new life to the traditional art form and attracts audiences across generations.
Client Needs
The theater troupe sought to integrate real-time technologies into glove puppetry, combining holographic visuals and interactive effects to enhance visual impact and audience experience. Beyond traditional puppetry, they aimed to introduce digital characters capable of real-time sensing and performance.
Our Solutions
Axis3D created an integrated digital theater system with 3D characters and scenes, live mocap-driven virtual puppets, AI-triggered effects, holographic projection, and seamless audio-visual integration for an immersive stage experience.
Outcomes
The Return of the Enchanted Shadow was successfully staged at the Pili Puppet Theater, blending technology with puppetry to deliver high audience engagement and buzz. It set a new benchmark for the digital transformation of glove puppetry, expanding the boundaries of performance art.
Technologies & Equipment
3D character modeling, rigging, and animation
3D environment modeling
Real-time motion capture system
Projection technology integration
Audio-visual system integration