Distant Memories of

the Near Future

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023 @ Summerhall

Presented by David Head & Thistle and Rose Arts

Distant Memories of the Near Future is a play about love. And artificial intelligence.

In a world-first, this hour-long piece will feature a pre-recorded AI character interacting with a human performer. This is science-fiction storytelling, with six overlapping narratives telling a cynical yet heartfelt story of a world 'solved' by algorithms. Exploring our relationships with technology, creativity and ourselves, it ultimately asks, are these conundrums of life ever really solvable?

Written & Performed by David Head

Directed by Laura Killeen

Produced by Hannah Crawford, Olivia Tetlow & Aoife Summers

  • "Distant Memories unfolds like a big-hearted, incredibly smart episode of Black Mirror." ★★★★★

    whynow

  • "One of the most thoughtful and well-crafted shows you will see this Fringe."

    The Wee Review

  • "Gorgeous, lyrical script imbued with empathetic wit" ★★★★★

    Broadway World

  • "Mesmerising and wondrous... a quiet cacophony of storytelling."

    Longstaff Reviews