Maud Clavier

Jean Michel Jarre – Versailles 400

Hybrid concert played in the physical world and in virtual reality

I had the privilege of managing the production and directing the video content inside VR for Versailles 400, an extraordinary project that transformed the Palace of Versailles into a virtual concert venue for Jean-Michel Jarre.

One of the highlights of this production was Jean-Michel Jarre’s use of the Lynx VR headset, which allowed him to remain in the physical world while seamlessly being broadcast into the virtual one – In VRROOM’s platform. This innovative approach bridged the gap between physical and digital, offering audiences a unique and immersive experience. We backed it up as well with a markerless motion capture system – capable to broadcast his movements on his avatar without wearing a suit.

Working alongside talented creative and technical teams, I focused on ensuring a smooth production process and creating visuals that complemented the music and atmosphere of this historic venue. It was a rewarding experience to see how technology and culture could come together to create something so impactful.

Credits

Project: Jean Michel Jarre – Versailles 400
Format: Hybrid: Versailles, palais des glaces + Social Virtual Reality Concert + Artificial Intelligence
Platform : VRROOM (for the VR concert) – TV broadcast on W9
Duration: 40 minutes
Date: December 24, 2023

Core Team:

  • Performer and artistic direction – Jean Michel Jarre
  • Production Manager, & Video Director (VR) – Maud Clavier
  • Production: VRROOM
  • Video Director (In Real Life) – David Montagne
  • Technical Director: Antony Vitillo
  • VFX (IRL + VR): Jvan Morandini
  • Video director of photography VR:  Georgy Molodtsov
  • Creative Director: Lapo Germasi
  • UI / UX: Mike Golembewski
  • 3D Environment Design: Lapo Germasi – Victor Pukhov – Giovanni Guerreta
  • Technical development: Fabio Giovanni

Technology:

  • Markerless Motion Capture with SoWhen?
  • Unity Pipeline

Partners and Sponsors:

  • VRROOM
  • Chateau de Versailles
  • CNC (Centre National du Cinéma et de l’image animée)
  • Qualqcomm (Snapdragon)
  • Lynx Mixed Reality