Shows and Events

A Companion – Edinburgh Fringe Previews

4th August
19:30

About the show

Please note, this performance is taking place at Canada Water Theatre, not Theatre Peckham.

A patient on suicide watch is monitored by an AI bot. The machine provides therapy and companionship to a lonely man in a desperate situation. What starts as a difficult interaction between them, grows into a close relationship, but is that sustainable?

A darkly comic portrayal of the interactions between humans and machines that are becoming commonplace in all our lives.

Despite the humour on the surface, this short one act play prods the AI toad that sits on all our desks and inhabits our devices. Funny, witty and relevant, this new production is a must-see for all modern humans.

 

“This was so smart and funny. ” Guildford Fringe Review

This programme is supported by Canada Water – a growing waterside neighbourhood, delivered in joint venture by British Land and AustralianSuper, in partnership with Southwark Council. Find out more about Round The Dock here.

Age Guidance: 14+

Content Awareness: This piece includes references to self harm, divorce and poor mental health.

Running Time: 55 Minutes

Cast:

James Grant – David
Imogen Scott – Sophie / Alison

Creatives:

Emma McQuillan – Writer and Director

Meet the Cast

  • James Grant - David
    James Grant
    David
  • Imogen Scott - Sophie / Alison
    Imogen Scott
    Sophie / Alison

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