From the team that brought you The Human Voice and Moth comes the radical 1909 dystopian epic that predicted the internet.
A rhapsody of sound and light brought to life by two virtuosic performers, this world premiere is a masterful new adaptation of the novella by E.M. Forster (A Room with a View, Howards End, A Passage to India).
More piercing than 1984 and Brave New World combined, The Machine Stops is the chilling tale of a futuristic information-orientated society where all of humanity survives in a subterranean world. Connected by a global instant-messaging system, they have grown fearful of first-hand experience. Starring Mary Helen Sassman and Patrick Livesey, prepare to experience a remarkable theatrical event where technology has become the ultimate controlling force.
Running for a limited season and playing as a part of the 2025 By Theatre Works programming, this powerful adaptation is not to be missed!
Theatre Works is a vibrant hub for creative expression, fostering the development and presentation of innovative and daring performances. Committed to supporting the next generation of artists and engaging audiences with powerful storytelling, the organisation is a vital part of Australia’s cultural landscape. The Machine Stops is playing as a part of the By Theatre Works programming stream. Other By Theatre Works productions in 2025 include Three Sisters, The Beep Test, Storked, Love and Information, and Soldier Boy.
