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ROOT (Running Out Of Time)

Dramatic Theatre · Mindweird · Ages 16+ · 75 mins · United States of America

Content Warning World Premiere
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Review by JASON POLLAK

June 19, 2026 certified reviewer

What I liked

So much! Dasha, Dierdre, and Stephen are immersive theatre royalty and you can see why, their performances are at a very high level. The writing explores the idea of an uploaded consciousness and the nature of humanity, while also critiquing the billionaire class and silicon valley technocultist biohackers. Dazzling costumes, deep thematic depth, worldbuilding… genuinely a super impressive production!

What I didn't like

The tech was very cool, but didn’t really help with immersion? The glitchy nature of it kind of worked as a criticism of itself (which aligns with the show’s themes) but it didn’t really feel like that was intentional. I seriously applaud the ambition, but the tech element currently reads as a proof-of-concept more than a fully realized, seamless part of a theatrical experience.

My overall impression

Really interesting concept for a show! Tackles complex ideas boldly. Excellent performances!

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