EMPAC — the Curtis R. Priem Experimental Media and Performing Arts Center at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy is one of the most technically advanced performing arts facilities in the world. The 110,000-square-foot building on RPI’s campus houses four distinct performance spaces with state-of-the-art acoustics, video, and sound capabilities.
EMPAC programs at the intersection of art, science, and technology — presenting experimental music, immersive performance, electroacoustic composition, and cutting-edge new works. If you’re curious about what the avant-garde sounds and looks like in 2026, EMPAC is the place. Many events are free or low-cost; check the calendar regularly.