The Machine Stops
A play by briony dunn, adapted from the novella by EM. forster
From the team that brought you The Human Voice and Moth comes the radical 1909 dystopian epic that predicted the internet.
A rhapsody of sound and light brought to life by two virtuosic performers, this world premiere is a masterful new adaptation of the novella by E.M. Forster (A Room with a View, Howards End, A Passage to India).
More piercing than 1984 and Brave New World combined, THE MACHINE STOPS is the chilling tale of a futuristic information-orientated society where all of humanity survives in a subterranean world. Connected by a global instant-messaging system, they have grown fearful of first-hand experience. Starring Mary Helen Sassman and Patrick Livesey, prepare to experience a remarkable theatrical event where technology has become the ultimate controlling force.
Running for a limited season and playing as a part of the 2025 By Theatre Works programming, this powerful adaptation is not to be missed!
DURATION
1 Hour 30 Minutes
WARNINGS
Loud noises, flashing lights, existential themes relevant to post-apocalyptic & science fiction realities such as state-sanctioned euthanasia and imminent death.
Feedback/Comments
Incredible acting, interesting set and thought provoking show
A strong performance and a powerful play! Clever set design & lighting.
So thought provoking and relevant for today yet written a century ago!
Loved the set design, lighting and soundscaoe.
Well worth seeing.
Bit slow ggoing at first, stage , lightening and sound were fantastic. Excellent acting ,