An overview on technologies for the distribution and participation in live events

COVID-19 has impacted several sectors, designing news way of collaboration and interaction with customers and partners. The performing arts sector is one of the most affected; activities have been stopped for months and months but, at the same time, the sector has embarked on a systemic transition where old, unsustainable practices have been replaced with more sustainable and technology-based alternatives. Through a narrative literature review, the paper discusses needs, current studies based on immersive technologies, strengths and weakness to be managed, opportunities to be leveraged and threats to be overcome, in order to improve competitiveness and plan future actions. Academics and practitioners can benefit from the results to address their current research and activities.