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Theater of War Productions: How Do We Remain Human in the Age of A.I.?
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Mon, Nov 16.2026
Theater of War Productions returns to Columbia College for a special live performance featuring acclaimed actors Taylor Schilling (Orange is the New Black), David Strathairn (Good Night, and Good Luck.), Kate Walsh (Grey’s Anatomy), and Jumaane Williams (NYC Public Advocate) and directed by Bryan Doerries. Through dramatic readings of selections from Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical letter Magnifica Humanitas, The Book of Genesis, and The Book of Nehemiah, these celebrated performers will frame pressing questions posed by the pope about “safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence.” Following the readings, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members will be invited to participate in a powerful, guided audience discussion about the emotional and spiritual impact of A.I. centered on the question: How do we remain human in the age of A.I.?
Cast Members
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Taylor Schilling
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Jumaane Williams
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David Strathairn
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Kate Walsh
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