R.U.R. (Rossum’s Universal Robots)
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Written in 1920, R.U.R. (Rossum’s Universal Robots) by Karel Čapek is the groundbreaking science-fiction drama that introduced the word “robot” to the world. Set in a remote industrial factory, the play follows the executives and scientists of Rossum’s Universal Robots, a company that manufactures artificial workers designed to serve humanity. As global dependence on these engineered labourers grows, ethical tensions begin to surface: What defines humanity? Can life be manufactured? And what happens when creation begins to question its purpose? Blending sharp satire, political allegory, and prophetic insight, R.U.R. explores ambition, conscience, revolution, and the fragile line between maker and made.
In an age where we are all concerned with the impact of AI this is a "must see"!
No Robots were harmed in the making of this production, although one Roomba is now seeing a therapist.
In an age where we are all concerned with the impact of AI this is a "must see"!
No Robots were harmed in the making of this production, although one Roomba is now seeing a therapist.