The Future

The Future — Charlie Caper's touring show featuring AI and magic

Currently on tour in Australia. Book tickets for Adelaide Fringe →

Multi-award winning magician and robotics expert Charlie Caper unveils a never-before-seen spectacle where artificial intelligence and magic collide.

VIEW 30 SECOND TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/FJa1rxux0A8

World class magic and an extraordinary mechanical ensemble, including a state-of-the-art mechatronic dog straight out of Black Mirror. Bob - an advanced AI research social robot, and an eccentric cast of custom-built automatons. Together they push the boundaries of both magic and technology. Watch in amazement as thoughts become surreal landscapes, the First Law of Thermodynamics takes a nap, and robots wonder how much you have to think to therefore be.

“Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” - Arthur C Clarke

Following three consecutive shows that all won awards at both Fringe World and Adelaide Fringe, Caper has created this revolutionary production. The future is already here – it’s just not evenly distributed. What happens when mechatronic hearts start beating, and the line between artificial and authentic blurs?

The Future has just returned from 23 shows at the Edinburgh Fringe and is lining up for shows in Denmark, Sweden, Australia and Germany.


5 stars

"A clever blend of magic, robotics, comedy and a side of heart. Undeniably world-class magic that would surprise even the most sceptical of audience members."

5 stars

"Charlie Caper ignites the stage with playful brilliance. His energy and illusions captivate audiences across all age groups."

5 stars

"Are you accepting apprentices Charlie?"

"Futuristic Wonder ... imaginative, clever, and genuinely surprising."

Fringefeed
5 stars

"I was completely spellbound to see him work his magic on the audience. Charlie is loved by his peers and is right up there as one of magic's true greats. Five star show any day of the week."

TD9 Radio
5 stars

"There are some rare gems on the Edinburgh Fringe and the multi-talented, Swedish magician Charlie Caper shines out among them."

The Edinburgh Reporter
5 stars

"An experience that leaves you thoroughly amazed, even if you think you've seen it all."

FiveAA

Charlie Caper is an internationally acclaimed magician, creative technologist and Chief Creative Officer of Furhat Robotics. Winner of Sweden’s Got Talent, his innovative approach has earned him dozens of awards in widely different fields and sold out performances around the globe.

Swedish Arts Grants Committee

The Future toured Edinburgh Fringe with support of the Swedish Arts Grants Committee

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