Chataigne
show-control · intermediateFree / Open Source
Open-source hub for timeline and protocol bridging in interactive performances.
Isadora
live-visuals · IntermediateDemo / Crippleware
Node-based environment for real-time media scenes and stage logic.
TouchDesigner
realtime-visual-programming · intermediateDemo / Crippleware
A node-based visual programming environment for interactive media, realtime visuals, installations, projection mapping, and performance systems.
Pixera
media-server · advanced
Media server for timeline playback, mapping, and synchronized scenography.
Unreal Engine
3d · advanced
Realtime 3D engine used for immersive stage worlds and interactive sets.
Cross-platform engine for simulation, installations, and realtime experiences.
Xsens
motion-capture · advanced
Wearable motion-capture pipeline for performer-driven animation data.
Rokoko
motion-capture · intermediate
Accessible mocap ecosystem for body tracking and rapid previs workflows.
Cue-based playback and stage automation software for performance timelines.
Dante Controller
network-audio · intermediate
Network audio matrix and route management for distributed stage sound.
Dante Virtual Soundcard
network-audio · intermediate
Turns computers into Dante endpoints for low-latency networked audio I/O.
ETC EOS
lighting · advanced
Professional lighting control environment for theatre and live shows.
Ableton Live
audio · beginner
Live composition and performance DAW for responsive sound dramaturgy.
Logic Pro
audio · beginner
Studio-oriented DAW for score development and sound design production.
Cursor
software-development · beginner
AI-first code editor for building custom tools and interactive software prototypes.
Arduino IDE
esp32, arduino · AdvancedFree / Open Source
IDE for writing and flashing software to Arduino or ESP32 micro controllers
BlinderKitten
Light control · IntermediateFree / Open Source
Open Source light controlling software comparable to lighting desk OS
Blux
software · IntermediateFree / Open Source
Open Source light controlling software with a different approach
NDI Tools
Video · beginnerFree / Open Source
All the tools and plugins you need to connect, stream and share your content.
Resolume
Video · IntermediateDemo / Crippleware
Industry-leading software for VJ's
SPAT Revolution
Audio · Advanced
Immersive audio mixing system
SuperCollider
Audio · AdvancedFree / Open Source
Script based audio generation software
Touch OSC
software · beginner
TouchOSC is a modular control surface toolkit for designing and constructing custom controllers that can be used on a multitude of operating systems and devices.
