The Dynamic Rehearsal tangible user interface tackles problems associated with the theatrical rehearsal process. In a single rehearsal, actors may run through a show and receive brief feedback from a director. Without taking copious notes, however, it is difficult to analyze or review a single rehearsal or progress made over time. Our goal is to provide more data and analysis to theatrical teams, increasing their ability to learn from rehearsals and rehearsal critique, without adding any additional work to their rehearsal process.

The typical user of this interface is a theater professional (director, cast member or crew member) with extensive theater experience but little computer experience. The Dyanmic Rehearsal system would allow them to benefit from elements of ubiquitous computing, gestural interfaces, and computer-assisted analysis.