The Plot

“The world is becoming more technologically dependent not only day by day but nanosecond by nanosecond.” And the University of Florida’s School of Theater and Dance is staging a new multimedia production to illustrate it. Electronic City, written by German playwright Falk Richter and directed by Ralph Remshardt and Kelly Cawthon, tells the story of Tom and Joy and the struggles they endure in a high-tech world. The production’s main storyline begins when Tom, a consultant, and Joy, a temp who works at an airport kiosk, catch a glimpse at each other. But the catch is, audience members are not supposed to know where they are nor whether or not they know each other.

Director’s Notes

• The characters symbolize the way people are today with technology; it’s kind of a comedy about the impossibility of not being able to make any real contact with each other.
• The play travels back and forth in time. It’s a non-linear piece, so audience members need some patience with that.

The Set

Electronic City uses a multi-level space and video technology to help bring the constantly changing environment to life. I don’t want to ruin it for you, but I will say there are a number of ways in which the collaborators are trying to push the envelope in terms of technology.

The Talent

Electronic City uses dancers along with actors to keep the idea of rushed movement at the forefront of the play. The movement represents the rapid world of modern technology.

Show Times

• Friday, January 30th at 7:30 P.M.
• Saturday, January 31st at 7:30 P.M.
• Sunday, February 1st at 2:00 P.M.
• Tuesday, February 3rd through Saturday, February 7th at 7:30 P.M.
• Sunday, February 8th at 2:00 P.M.

Ticket Info.

Tickets for all University of Florida School of Theater and Dance season productions are available at the University Box Office and through http://www.ticketmaster.com/. The box office is located in the lobby of Constans Theater and is open Monday through Friday from noon to 5:00 P.M. and 45 minutes prior to each performance.