tietokonäytelmä

Tietokonäytelmä refers to a type of performance art or theatrical production that heavily integrates computer technology and digital media into its storytelling and execution. These works can encompass a wide range of approaches, from live performances with interactive digital elements to fully digital narratives presented in a theatrical context. The core characteristic is the deliberate and often central role of computers, software, and digital interfaces in shaping the aesthetic, narrative, and interactive aspects of the performance.

The integration of technology can manifest in various ways. This might include real-time projections that respond to actors' movements or audience input, virtual reality or augmented reality components that blend digital and physical spaces, or even performances where actors interact with AI-generated characters or environments. The technology is not merely a backdrop but often an active participant or a co-creator in the performance, influencing the dramatic arc, character development, or overall thematic exploration.

Tietokonäytelmä can explore themes related to technology's impact on society, human identity in the digital age, or the relationship between humans and machines. The form allows artists to experiment with new modes of storytelling and audience engagement, pushing the boundaries of traditional theatrical conventions. The term itself, a direct Finnish translation of "computer play" or "computer performance," highlights the fusion of computational power with artistic expression.