REMINDER: BAT Theatre’s production of “Rossum’s Universal Robots” (R.U.R.) has its final performance this Sunday, Mar. 8, bringing a century-old satire about artificial intelligence to south King County audiences.
Written in 1920 by Karel Čapek, R.U.R. explores a future in which robots free humans to pursue “things such as perfecting themselves rather than toiling long days just for bread.” The play is widely regarded as a cautionary tale about technology and humanity.
Here’s a quote from Alia Sinclair’s review for us:
“Every member of the cast positively shines in BATS interpretation of Capek’s play. To completely immerse the audience in a world of robots is no small feat, but the cast took us there, expertly playing both the smug arrogance of scientific innovation and the subtle horror of realizing the truth of what they have done.”
Performance Schedule/Location
Performances are on Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m., as well as the finalé this Sunday afternoon Mar. 8, 2026 at 2 p.m.
Show run time is approximately two hours with an intermission.
All student tickets are always $5. Additionally, if ticket prices are a barrier, please email info@BATtheatre.org. These deals are sponsored in part by 4Culture through the Public Free Access project.
Burien Actors Theatre performances are at the Theater at Kennedy Catholic High School, 140 S. 140th St., Burien, WA 98168 (map below).
There is plenty of free on-site parking—follow the signs into the parking lot and around the buildings to the entrance, which is in back.
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Or call 206-242-5180 (message only).
If ticket pricing is a barrier, reach out to BAT at tickets@BATtheatre.org — theater is for everyone! Free/reduced price access for R.U.R. (Rossum’s Universal Robots) is supported by 4Culture and the City of Burien.
Special thanks to Kennedy Catholic High School and Evergreen City Ballet.
THE CAST, DIRECTOR AND DESIGNERS
Stage director Taylor Davis directs the talented cast of Timothy Duval (Domin/Primus), Dani Davis (Helena/Robot Helena), Phillip Keiman (Dr. Hallemeier/Marius/2nd Robot), Jalyn Green (Busman/Radius/Worker Robot), Lisa Stromme Warren (Sully/Nana/1st Robot). and John Clark (Alquist). The creative team for the show includes: Rob Falk, lighting design; Albie Clementi, set design; Carolann Voltarel, costume design; Cyndi Baumgardner, props design; Sam Peters, composer; Eric Dickman, sound design; and Timothy Duval, sound effects. Jackson Bailey is stage manager.
ABOUT BAT THEATRE
Incorporated in 1980, BAT Theatre is a leading producer of affordable, quality live theater serving residents of the Puget Sound region. BAT gives audiences an invigorating theater experience with unusual productions. The theater’s mission is to “welcome and embrace our shared humanity through live theater. We question norms and thrive because of our diversity and energetic commitment to excellence.” As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) entity, BAT operates on revenue from ticket sales, donations, grants and sponsorships, plus volunteer time.
Photos
Click arrows or swipe images to view slideshow of photos of the play by Michael Brunk:
