The Uncanny Valley

My expectations of the play after hearing about it were a theater suitable for children. When I read that it was about a robot, I was very unsure whether it was suitable for 15-year-olds. The performance was something completely different from my expectations. It was fantastic, we enjoyed it immensely. The actors were very good and the play carried a tension throughout. I was so impressed by every single character. They were so immersed in the role, I felt everything was so real where I was sitting. Even though the relationship is between a human and a robot, I found it as romantic as if it was between two humans. The actors make everything feel so real.

Even though the play was performed in English, it was easy to understand everything. The actors spoke with a very clear British accent. The sets were simple, which I quickly realized when the show started. They consisted of just a few pieces of furniture. Shortly after the theater has begun, I really think the actors fill the room with humor and love. I feel I become happy early in the performance. Both because of the sweet plot, but also because of the actors' energy and mood.

The play contains humor, which made it fun and easy to follow. I have to say I laughed the most at Pheobe, an incredibly cool character. I went into the auditorium with low expectations and came out with a big smile. We are so grateful that we had the opportunity to see this play and would love to see it again. We at SUS thought the play was very good, and a very cozy story. We therefore choose to give the play top marks.

 

 

 

 

Text: Martine Næss