Godfather of Doom
A brilliant scientist created a fundamental AI technology that leads towards the destruction of mankind, and now he must answer for it. In a chilling confession that blurs the line between memory and madness, Dr. Jeff Hansen recounts how his innocent childhood fascination with nature's patterns evolved into world-changing breakthroughs in machine learning.
But as he delves deeper into his past, a darker truth emerges—throughout his journey, he may have been guided by a mysterious, supernatural presence that infected his thoughts and shaped his discoveries.
Was Hansen a visionary tragically manipulated by forces beyond his understanding, or simply a man desperate to escape responsibility for humanity's downfall?
In this psychological thriller that weaves cutting-edge science with otherworldly horror, you become the jury tasked with judging not just his actions, but his very soul. Enhanced by live music and striking visuals, this is a tale of brilliance corrupted and the terrifying price of playing god.
Godfather of Doom is a "fringe-friendly" show: 5-person cast, minimal set pieces and costumes, simple lighting requirements, optional projections, and a 55-minute run time.
Development history:
Mar. 2025: Composer engaged
May 2025: First reading in Westport, CT