The live experience
What reaches the room
Emigre is best known for shaping visual culture through graphic design and typography. Originating in the 1980s–2000s as a landmark graphic-design magazine and later a pioneering digital type foundry based in Berkeley, California, Emigre has evolved into a multidisciplinary performer on the live stage. This page offers an overview of Emigre’s creative journey, notable projects, and a look at upcoming performances. Whether you know Emigre from typography, visual art, or contemporary performance, you’ll find a thoughtful blend of design-informed movement, sound, and storytelling here.