The line from the human to the machine is often not visible. The energy and movement that drives communication does not start as a tangible connection but rather as an intangible force, an impulse, a spark of intention. It travels through pathways, transmitting signals and commands that shape our interactions with technology. This unseen thread weaves a tapestry of non-verbal understanding, where the boundaries between human and machine blur, creating a dance of shared purpose. In Interconnected, we explore this connection, unveiling the complexity and beauty of human-robot communication, and the binds to the machines we create.

Interconnected is a 30-minute dance piece for three autonomous mobile robots and two humans.

Artistic Direction & Choreography: Dr. Kate Sicchio

Dancers: Olivia Gwinner, Amelia Virtue

Robotics & System Integration: Dr. Patrick Martin, Jordan Attys, Tyeon Ford

Projection: Dr. Kate Sicchio, Dr. Keith O’Hara, Henry Groves

Music: Tom Hopkins

Lighting: Carrie Cox

Video Assistant: Sara Matthews

Special thanks to University of Richmond, VCU Arts, Stephen Vitiello, and Zoe Kim.