Black Bar Social: Rasquache Robotics with Alex Rivera

Name: Black Bar Social: Rasquache Robotics with Alex Rivera
Start: 2024-10-08T18:00:00-07:00
End: 2024-10-08T21:00:00-07:00
Location: 135 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United States, California 90012

Schedule

Tue Oct 08 2024 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

135 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United States, California 90012 | Los Angeles, CA

Dive into the world of innovation at Rasquache Robotics, the last installment of The Music Center’s Black Bar Social series of 2024.
In an era defined by the rapid rise of technology, where the lines between science fiction and reality blur, we invite you to explore the fascinating world of robots and artificial intelligence through the lens of Rasquachismo. Rasquachismo, a term rooted in Chicano culture, embodies the resourcefulness and ingenuity born out of necessity. It's about making do with what's at hand, repurposing the ordinary into the extraordinary.
Experience thought-provoking films, videos and lectures, including exclusive never-before-seen works designed to spark conversation about the profound impact of technology on our lives. Innovation takes center stage as a "robot" bartender serves up drinks, offering a glimpse into the evolving role of automation in our daily lives. And don't miss our exploration of Generative AI, where machines venture into the realm of creative labor, challenging the boundaries of what we perceive as human creativity.
Curated by Alex Rivera, a visionary filmmaker with over 25 years’ experience delving into the intersection of technology and labor through the lens of film and video, Rasquache Robotics offers an evening of exploration, discovery and conversation as we navigate the ever-changing landscape of technology and its impact on our society.