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Ballet Meets AI in Edinburgh | Glasgow News
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San Francisco Ballet’s bold new show “Mere Mortals” reimagines Greek myths through the lens of artificial intelligence, hitting the Edinburgh International Festival with a dazzling 40-dancer ensemble, live orchestra, and electronic music by Floating Points. Choreographer Aszure Barton twists classical ballet into something fresh and complex, while lead dancer Joseph Walsh portrays AI’s Prometheus — a tech titan born from human curiosity. The production’s wild costumes, live synths, and upcycled materials blend tech and tradition, sparking urgent conversations about AI’s impact — especially in tech hubs like San Francisco. Director Tamara Rojo hopes the show inspires funding from the tech world while celebrating human artistry, offering no easy answers but holding fast to hope.
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