dr. moloch

Flying V brings cerebral science fiction to the stage this fall with the regional premiere of Doctor Moloch by Carla Milarch

Synopsis

It’s 2029. A Silicon Valley tech genius finishes development on the first humanoid medical AI, Doctor Moloch. There’s just one problem: the good doctor lacks empathy. Enter Serena Blaise, an award-winning actress in the twilight of her career, hired to teach Doctor Moloch how to “be human”. With a multi-million dollar contract on the line, can she afford to fail? 

Doctor Moloch is directed by Madeleine Regina (Feminist Fairytales, Vox Elysium), with Artistic Lead navi as showrunner. “As the DMV’s nerd and pop culture theater company, how could we not play with the complexities of the AI zeitgeist,” asks navi. “Doctor Moloch gives us an opportunity to explore the entwined paths of humanity and technology on stage in a uniquely Flying V fashion!” 

“Challenges its audience to think deeply about artificial intelligence…a natural conversation starter on top of being a compelling piece of theatre.”

• Vivian Kane, KC Studio

“A massive accomplishment not just in delivery and theme, but in subverting expectations…It is vital work arriving at a pivotal moment.”

• Brock Wilbur, The Pitch