The article reviews a musical that critique tech culture through the story of Esata, a young woman developing an insidious surveillance app, "Victory AI." As she finds her voice and identity, portrayed powerfully by singer Aneesa Folds, Esata’s journey reflects themes of acceptance and empowerment in a company driven by innovation. The supporting cast enhances the narrative with their distinct characters, including a savvy cousin hustler and a grounded mother providing wisdom. The production cleverly intertwines humor and insight, making it a timely, entertaining commentary on the intersection of technology, ambition, and personal development.
The musical's plot includes development of an insidious surveillance app with the chillingly of-the-moment moniker of "Victory AI," positioned to be the next soulless unicorn to advance onto the global stage.
Aneesa Folds embodies Esata's intellectual virtuosity with warmth and depth, declaring herself a "Super Nova," captain of her destiny after infiltrating the Xcelerator.
Austin, as Esata's cousin Kamaiyah, is a quintessential Oakland hustler, whose many gigs include nail art, selling bespoke "Startup Founder kits" and angel investing.
The video-game console controlled "Dadvatar" and smarmy Xcelerator bigwig Victor steal the spotlight; Deanalís Arocho Resto's Chadwick, in particular, steals every scene they're in.
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