The Proletariat
When
Runs from
Tuesday September 13 2022
to Sunday September 18 2022
Approximate running time: 2 hours
Venue
Event Notes
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Highland Arts Theatre Presents
THE PROLETARIAT
A World Premiere
Written & Directed by Michael McPhee
Do you ever feel like your phone is listening to you? Studying you? Training you?
In a dystopian future not too far from today, Declan Spivey stands in the wake of WW$. Torn between caring for his aging mother and the revolution he is reluctantly at the center of, the weight of the world rests on his shoulders. He is the tipping point. He is the Proletariat.
Inspired by the disturbing work of Tristan Harris (The Social Dilemma) and Jaron Laniers (Ten Reasons to Delete Your Social Media…) on how algorithms shape our society, the play is a direct reflection of our current cultural landscape. Our attention, democracy, and even free will have been compromised in an effort to make us more predictable customers. The play attempts to shine a light on this issue by asking the question, “What happens if these algorithms, whose sole purpose is to drive consumption, are taken to their most extreme level?”
From the author of "Tribe of One", winner of multiple Robert Merritt Awards
This production is is priced based on Pay What You Can Donations with free tickets available for those in need thanks to our Radical Access Program.
PWYC removes a financial barrier, giving everyone the chance to see our shows. This is made possible thanks to our monthly donors and those who are able choosing a higher price point, and for this you can be guided by the recommended donation. Thank you for supporting us and the community by continuing to book with us. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Tickets: Suggested Donation of $25 per ticket (Tax-deductible Charitable Receipt will be issued at the end of the year)
FREE tickets available thanks to Radical Access
September 13 to 18, 2022
Tuesday to Saturday at 7:30PM Sunday at 2:00PM and 7:30PM
This production is brought to you in part by Arts Nova Scotia, The Canada Council for the Arts, Canadian Heritage, and the donations of hundreds of people from around the world thanks to our Radical Access program.
To sign up for monthly donations and ensure we can continue to create accessible theatre to audiences in Cape Breton and beyond, please visit our website here:
https://www.highlandartstheatre.com/ray2
DISCLAIMER:
This performance will be booked at full capacity with no physical distancing. Masks are highly recommended but not mandatory at this time. This policy may be subject to change pending mandates from the Department of Labour and Advanced Education and Department of Communities, Culture and Heritage.
By entering Highland Arts Theatre, you are acknowledging you've completed the Province of Nova Scotia's COVID-19 self-assessment and confirm that you or anyone in your household: •do not exhibit any of the symptoms of COVID-19 •are not awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test
By entering Highland Arts Theatre, you agree to adhere to any federal, provincial or municipal health and safety directions and venue protocols related to COVID-19. You recognize the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume any associated risk.
We are committed to keeping our audience, staff, and artists safe and secure. If you have any feedback or concerns, please feel free to contact us at: info@highlandartstheatre.com
Thank you so much and see you soon at the HAT!
THE PROLETARIAT
A World Premiere
Written & Directed by Michael McPhee
Do you ever feel like your phone is listening to you? Studying you? Training you?
In a dystopian future not too far from today, Declan Spivey stands in the wake of WW$. Torn between caring for his aging mother and the revolution he is reluctantly at the center of, the weight of the world rests on his shoulders. He is the tipping point. He is the Proletariat.
Inspired by the disturbing work of Tristan Harris (The Social Dilemma) and Jaron Laniers (Ten Reasons to Delete Your Social Media…) on how algorithms shape our society, the play is a direct reflection of our current cultural landscape. Our attention, democracy, and even free will have been compromised in an effort to make us more predictable customers. The play attempts to shine a light on this issue by asking the question, “What happens if these algorithms, whose sole purpose is to drive consumption, are taken to their most extreme level?”
From the author of "Tribe of One", winner of multiple Robert Merritt Awards
This production is is priced based on Pay What You Can Donations with free tickets available for those in need thanks to our Radical Access Program.
PWYC removes a financial barrier, giving everyone the chance to see our shows. This is made possible thanks to our monthly donors and those who are able choosing a higher price point, and for this you can be guided by the recommended donation. Thank you for supporting us and the community by continuing to book with us. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Tickets: Suggested Donation of $25 per ticket (Tax-deductible Charitable Receipt will be issued at the end of the year)
FREE tickets available thanks to Radical Access
September 13 to 18, 2022
Tuesday to Saturday at 7:30PM Sunday at 2:00PM and 7:30PM
This production is brought to you in part by Arts Nova Scotia, The Canada Council for the Arts, Canadian Heritage, and the donations of hundreds of people from around the world thanks to our Radical Access program.
To sign up for monthly donations and ensure we can continue to create accessible theatre to audiences in Cape Breton and beyond, please visit our website here:
https://www.highlandartstheatre.com/ray2
DISCLAIMER:
This performance will be booked at full capacity with no physical distancing. Masks are highly recommended but not mandatory at this time. This policy may be subject to change pending mandates from the Department of Labour and Advanced Education and Department of Communities, Culture and Heritage.
By entering Highland Arts Theatre, you are acknowledging you've completed the Province of Nova Scotia's COVID-19 self-assessment and confirm that you or anyone in your household: •do not exhibit any of the symptoms of COVID-19 •are not awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test
By entering Highland Arts Theatre, you agree to adhere to any federal, provincial or municipal health and safety directions and venue protocols related to COVID-19. You recognize the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume any associated risk.
We are committed to keeping our audience, staff, and artists safe and secure. If you have any feedback or concerns, please feel free to contact us at: info@highlandartstheatre.com
Thank you so much and see you soon at the HAT!