NOTEXCEPTIONAL THEATRE presents
Step into a world where the spoken word fades into silence, and the pulse of electronic communication takes centre stage.
Dead Air is a play that explores the gradual replacement of face-to-face interaction by a symphony of electronic devices. Through the ethereal voices of cell phones, computers, artificial intelligence, and more, characters navigate a reality where physical meetings become obsolete. Relationships are forged and unraveled through the digital realm, as messages of love are exchanged, employees dutifully follow emails, and communities assemble via satellites.
This immersive narrative blurs the boundaries between fiction and reality, revealing a haunting truth—our existence is intricately woven with an immaterial, yet palpable, technological landscape. Brace yourself for a journey into a world where connections transcend physicality, and the profound impact of digital communication echoes endlessly.
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Credits
CREATIVE TEAM
Text and Direction: Marcelo Callegaro
Mentor: Sergio Rover
Production: Marcela Bannitz and Marcelo Callegaro
Sound Designer: Glauber Andorinha
Lighting Designers: Felipe Joia and Lucas Paranhos
Video Designer: Marcela Bannitz
Graphic Designer: Thina Efthimiopoulou
Dramaturgical Support: Felipe Joia, Glauber Andorinha, Marcela Bannitz, and Vinicius Melo
PERFORMERS
Lucy: Tzarini Rose Meyler
George: Felipe Joia
Ryan: Joseph Byrne
Jesters: Marcelo Callegaro, Felipe Joia, Vinicius Melo
VIDEOS
Big Boss: Craig Bodger
Trevor: Ciaran Daly
Executives: Marcela Bannitz, Glauber Andorinha, Vinicius Melo
VOICES
Bobbie, Timmie, and Maddie: Artificial Intelligence
Kayla: Kate Lynch
Airport Announcement: Fernanda Bastos
Flight Attendant: Emma Owens
Pilot: Elliot Hardman
Voice Messages: Craig Bodger, Maurício Callegaro, Vjay Maranganti, and Linda Gorman
Special Thanks to: Anderson de Souza and Val Elias
Biographies
Marcelo Callegaro
Marcelo’s career spans over 40 productions, showcasing his talent and versatility in various roles. He began his professional journey in the theatre scene of Campinas, Brazil, where he acted in several classic plays. Marcelo’s dedication and passion for the arts led him to collaborate with renowned theatre groups, including the esteemed XPTO Theatre Group. With over twelve years of partnership, they have produced numerous acclaimed productions, participated in festivals, and embarked on extensive tours across Brazil and other countries. Marcelo’s artistic pursuits have extended beyond acting, as he has also ventured into directing, writing plays, and providing artistic consultancy for international projects. In 2023, Marcelo founded the theatre company NOTEXCEPTIONAL THEATRE in Dublin and is currently writing the play Dead Air, which was awarded by the Project Awards by Arts Council.
Funding
DEAD AIR is proudly supported by The Arts Council.
Project Arts Centre is proudly supported by the Arts Council and Dublin City Council.