Ada

Augusta Ada Byron, now commonly known as Ada Lovelace, was an English mathematician and writer chiefly known for her work on Charles Babbage's Analytical Engine. Her notes on the engine include what is recognised as the first algorithm intended to be carried out by a machine, which has led to her being described as the world's first computer programmer.

The play gives insight into Ada’s life and work and re-imagines her carefully controlled childhood, collaboration with Charles Babbage, and fraught relationship with her family. It also intertwines Ada’s history with a contemporary story about the potential of artificial intelligence.

Emily is a playwright, screenwriter, dramaturg, reviewer, and reformed actor. Originally from Derby, she is now based in Exeter. She has previously worked with companies and collectives including Encompass Productions (STASIS, 2015), In Good Company (STORY SCAVENGERS, 2014), The Pensive Federation (THE GUEST ROOM, 2014), Act 2 (STASIS, 2014), and New Model Theatre (APRIL, 2012-2013). She was a writer on attachment with New Perspectives Theatre Company in 2014. In 2015, she was commissioned by BAFTA winning director Peter Nicholson to write her first feature film, NOVEMBER. Her work has been performed in off-West End venues and theatres across the UK, including the White Bear Theatre, the Tristan Bates Theatre, The Bike Shed Theatre, Nottingham Playhouse, Derby Theatre, and the Lincoln Performing Arts Centre. Emily reviews for Exeunt Magazine and The F Word.