SMRTR Science & EngineeringFeb 17, 2025Interesting Engineering

Robot, Spy, Love of AI: China’s robot dog to make record theatrical debut in US

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A pioneering off-Broadway play in New York City stars a Unitree Go2 robot dog alongside human actors. "The Robot, the Spy, and the Love of AI" uses the $1,600 Chinese robot, controlled via an app, to explore AI-human interactions through comedy. The robot performs various actions on stage, including jumps and cartwheels. This innovative production is the first to feature a real robot in a theatrical performance, potentially sparking a new trend in tech-integrated live theater.

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