Can a Computer Write Shakespeare?

Synopsis

Radio broadcast. Trevor Cox of Salford University considers whether a computer could ever create a work of art that could match Shakespeare’s creativity or stand up to critical scrutiny. He has a 3D model made of his head, which until recently would have had to be done by a sculptor, and speaks to Gustavo Diaz-Jerez, who is involved in creating a music software whose compositions have been performed by the London Symphony Orchestra, before testing computer-created music and poetry on critics and academics. He also talks to Margaret Boaden about the deeper philosophical issues raised by computer creativity. With contributions by Simon Colton, Mark D’Inverno, Philip Ball, Tom Service, Andrew Biswell and Martin Kratz.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Radio

Transmission details

15 Apr 2014 at 11:30 (Channel: BBC Radio 4)

Duration

30 mins

Credits

Producer

Nick Holmes

Contributor

Trevor Cox

Additional Details

Production type

Documentary/Educational/News

Subjects

Drama; Technology

Keywords

computer applications; Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

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