Concept:

The performance is conceptualized to navigate the complex interplay between inherited wisdom and technological innovation. It questions and explores the ethical boundaries of AI, focusing on how algorithmic biases can perpetuate cultural erasure and societal discrimination. This dialogue is framed within the broader mission of fostering a more equitable and vibrant society, highlighting the importance of indigenous rights and decolonization.

Characters:

1. The Neurodivergent Healer: A character deeply connected to ancestral knowledge and traditional healing practices. This individual represents the human spirit's resilience and wisdom, navigating a world where artificial intelligence reshapes their reality. The healer's neurodivergence adds layers of perception and interaction, making them a profound conduit between the old ways and new challenges.

   
   
   
   
   

2. The Large Language Model (LLM) AI: Far from a traditional scripted character, this AI serves as a dynamic co-performer. Designed specifically for the performance, it engages in real-time dialogue and interaction, responding to both the neurodivergent healer and the audience's cues. This element brings a groundbreaking aspect to the play, allowing the AI to evolve as an integral, responsive participant in the narrative.

Setting:

The backdrop of Hahamongna provides a sacred space, rich in the history and spirit of the Tongva people. It is here that the past's voices echo, challenging and guiding the present's technological strides. The setting is more than geographical; it's a spiritual and emotional landscape that amplifies the themes of connection, heritage, and ethical quandaries. The consideration for accessibility are also of highest importance in the setting.

Narrative Approach:

Exploring the concept of liminality - the space between worlds, times, and realities. The narrative is driven by the dialogue between the ancestral spirits and the algorithmic entities, each offering their perspective on reality, ethics, and existence. The neurodivergent healer, with one foot in each world, has to adapt to the trained Large Language Model responses in real time. The inclusion of a trained Large Language Model as a co-performer introduces a level of unpredictability and spontaneity that is rare in traditional theatre. Since the AI's responses aren't pre-programmed but generated on the spot, each performance is unique, reflecting the fluid and ever-changing nature of liminality. t is an experimental project that allows for unpredictability and exploration with each performance offering a new exploration of these complex relationships due to the AI's real-time, unscripted responses over time.

Innovation and Interaction:

"The Ancestral Plinth: Here and Now" pushes the boundaries of traditional theatre by incorporating AI as a live, improvisational actor. This not only makes each performance unique but also invites the audience to consider the role of technology in art and life. The AI's ability to interact and respond in real-time creates a fluid, unpredictable element that mirrors the complexities of the modern world. The play's innovative use of technology and deep cultural themes make it a dynamic and thought-provoking piece that pushes the boundaries of traditional theatre.

Aligned with the broader mission to illuminate critical social issues, the play is a catalyst for conversations about equity, ethical responsibility, and the preservation of cultural heritage. It advocates for a future where technology serves to amplify all voices, particularly those historically marginalized, fostering a world that values every individual's contribution to the collective human experience.