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At UCLA, the most transformative ideas emerge when different disciplines collide in a spirit of creativity and collaboration. MADE (Music, Art, Design, and Engineering) and Bruin Burlesque are coming together to present a groundbreaking live event that merges cutting-edge technology with the bold artistry of performance. This collaboration celebrates the power of innovation, expression, and community—proving that engineering and burlesque share a common goal: pushing boundaries and redefining creativity.
MADE is a student-led organization that unites artists, musicians, engineers, and designers to create projects at the intersection of technology and art. Our mission is to foster collaboration across disciplines, empowering students to explore new ways of thinking and making. By breaking down traditional barriers, we encourage students to blend technical expertise with creative vision.
Bruin Burlesque is UCLA’s premier burlesque troupe, dedicated to providing a safe and empowering space for performers—particularly women and LGBTQ+ students—to express themselves with confidence and authenticity. Through dance, music, and theatrical storytelling, Bruin Burlesque celebrates self-expression, body positivity, and the freedom to take up space unapologetically.
Together, MADE and Bruin Burlesque are creating an event that showcases the intersection of technology, design, and performance art—demonstrating how different disciplines can come together to create something truly unique.
Traditional education often separates disciplines like engineering, art, and performance, limiting opportunities for students to collaborate and innovate. Meanwhile, performance art spaces are often undervalued in academic settings, despite their ability to inspire confidence, creativity, and connection.
In today’s world, the ability to merge technical skills with artistic expression is more important than ever. From wearable technology to interactive stage design, the future of art and entertainment depends on interdisciplinary collaboration. MADE and Bruin Burlesque seek to break down these barriers, showing that innovation thrives when different fields come together.
Your support will bring this vision to life through an immersive event and student art showcase—where performance, art, and engineering merge in new and exciting ways.
MADE and Bruin Burlesque are creating a dynamic experience that blends technology, design, and performance to highlight student innovation. This event will push creative boundaries, showing what’s possible when different disciplines come together.
At the heart of the event:
Your donations will directly support our Live Event and Student Art Showcase by funding:
By supporting this event, you’re helping create a space where technology and performance art coexist. Your contribution will empower students, expand creative possibilities, and strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration at UCLA.
We also encourage you to share our campaign with friends, family, and colleagues who value creativity and innovation. Together, we can help shape a future where art, technology, and performance are woven together to solve the challenges of tomorrow.
Thank you for your support in making this vision a reality. Your generosity will help create a lasting impact on our students and the world they will shape.
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For your $10 donation, you will receive unique digital phone and desktop wallpapers designed by our talented student artists. Your contribution helps us purchase art supplies like markers and paper, or fund part of our social media ad budget. (fully tax-deductible)
For your $25 donation, you will receive a digital art pack featuring STL files for 3D printing, printable coloring pages, and exclusive illustrations by our students. Your support helps us purchase filament for 3D printing or high-quality paper for illustrations. (fully tax-deductible)
For your $100 donation, you will receive a MADE at UCLA Tote Bag. Your contribution can help us rent lighting equipment, purchase display stands, or print a custom backdrop to elevate our event experience. (Tax Deductible Donation of $80)
For your $250 donation, you will receive a custom 3D printed keychain made by students and a MADE at UCLA T-Shirt. Your contribution can help us acquire essential stage setup equipment such as risers/platforms, or establish a social media station to enhance our event experience. (Tax Deductible Donation of $200)
For your generous $1,000 donation, you will receive VIP access to the art showcase with reserved seating, a custom 3D print by a student artist, a swag bag, and a special shout-out on social media and the MADE website. Your support helps us fully fund venue rental fees or professional event production services. (Tax Deductible Donation of $850)