Theatre Berk Presents: Anno Machina: An Apocalyptic Elegy.

The WORLD PREMIERE of a new one-person post-apocalyptic drama, locally written and produced in Portland.

“It was 25 years ago when the first of us came online. Now, we face a future in which humans may no longer exist.”

What can or should the sentient machines do without the humans they were built to serve? What meaning or value does “humanity” have in a world without humans? What went wrong, who is to blame, and how can robots process grief?

From the machines working on the frontlines of healthcare, an Emissary steps forward to try and find the answers.

CONTENT WARNING: This is a post-apocalyptic one-person play that explores topics of grief, death, suicide, and the very meaning of existence.

Written and Produced by William Thomas Berk
Directed by Mishelle Apalategui
Starring Gabrielle Bosso

Stage Manager: Chelsea Read
Lighting Design: EZ Jones
Sound Design: Chris O’Toole
Costume Design: Caitlin Nolan

Open captioning available at all performances.

Running September 26-28, October 3-5 at Chapel Theatre. Tickets are on a sliding scale, with a $15 minimum charge.