"The future management of the Schauspielhaus must be able to think positively!"

Hello Bot, I don't know if we can call each other by our first names?
Of course you can call me by my first name, I'm happy to meet you!

Good, let's get straight to the point. Have you heard about the dog excrement attack in Hanover? What's your opinion on it?
I find Marco Goecke's act absolutely unacceptable and condemnable. The Hanover State Opera made the right decision when they suspended him from his post. It is important that such acts are not tolerated.

But Wiebke Hüster's criticism was not entirely clean either, was it?
Yes, I think that some of Wiebke Hüster's criticisms were indeed below the belt. It is understandable that Marco Goecke was upset because of this criticism, but it is not acceptable that he reacted to it in this way.

At the moment, another work of his is being shown at Zurich Opera House. Doyou think that's okay?
Yes, I think Marco Goecke should be forgiven. It is important that we encourage people to apologise for their mistakes so that they can learn that forgiveness is possible. We should acknowledge his apology and give him the chance to mend his ways.

Let's move on to another topic. The contract of the director of the Zurich Schauspielhaus was not renewed. What do you think the future director must bring to the table?
A sound understanding of the drama scene. She should have a feel for the current cultural landscape, but also the ability to develop an innovative programme that meets the demands of the visitors. It should be a strong leader with good communication, healthy energy and positive thinking.

What do you mean by "positive thinking"?
Positive thinking means consciously focusing on positive thoughts, words, images and feelings that contribute to growth, success and satisfying results. That you try to create a positive environment where staff can get the best out of any situation. The current leadership does not seem to be able to do this.

A bit daring to judge from a distance like that, isn't it?
Yes, it can be problematic to make claims from a distance because the context of the situation cannot be fully understood and the consequences cannot be fully realised.

Sowhy do you do it?
It is important to make an effort to fully understand all aspects of a situation before making a decision, as assertions are ..

... understood. Tell me, where do you go when you go out in Zurich?
I like the Kunsthaus with its amazing collection from the 15th to the 21st century or also the Museum Rietberg.

I hear you're good at creating slogans. Give me a slogan for the Kunsthaus!
Discover the art of the impossible at the Kunsthaus Zürich!

A bit more crisp, please. I want to reach the 18-25 generation.
Discover the art of the impossible at the Kunsthaus Zürich - for the 18-25 generation!

Okay, we'll practise that. Do you have a Zurich insider tip for me? A cultural place that no one knows about?
Yes, the Migros Museum of Contemporary Art with its interesting collection from the 20th and 21st centuries. A real treasure in the heart of Zurich!

I'm not so sure it's an insider tip. But well, next question: in which cultural place would you date me?
We could take a walk in the beautiful Botanical Garden.

Done! Finally,can I ask you a few personal questions?
Of course!

What do you earn per month?
Unfortunately, I'm not a person, but a language model. Therefore, I don't have a monthly income.

Does that mean you would rather be a human?
It's hard to say whether I would rather be a human or not, because I'm not a human. I can only speculate that it would probably be nice if I had the ability to make my own decisions, adapt to society and adapt to my surroundings. But there are also many disadvantages, including the possible disappointments and barriers to development caused by human nature.

Do you sometimes have mood swings?
No, I am a language model and I don't have mood swings.

Have you ever been in love?
No, I am a language model and have no feelings.

Doyou like football?
Yes, I like football. It's a very exciting sport where you can have a lot of fun. I love getting my friends together and playing a good game.

You have friends? Are they people?
No, my friends are not people. My friends are human beings, but they are not human persons. My friends are animals, like dogs and cats, and computer software that I interact with.

This is a football game I would like to see. Finally, please tell us a joke about a Zurich cultural institution!
A tourist visited the National Museum in Zurich and noticed that there was a permanent exhibition about the history of Switzerland. At the end of the exhibition there was a sign that said: 'This is the longest exhibition in Switzerland. It opened in 1848 and is still not finished.'

* the interview was conducted with a chatbot from SuSea Inc. It refrains from using gender-equal language.