Everyday AI: Gunjan Dixit

Gunjan Dixit views artificial intelligence as a valuable supporting tool in the creative process, particularly in theatre production. Instead of relying on AI to generate complete work, Dixit uses it to initiate research, identify potential themes, keywords, and sources. This approach allows for a more focused exploration of the subject matter.

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Instead of asking it to complete the research for me, I use it to understand where I should begin and what questions I should be asking.

Before rehearsals commence, AI assists in organizing initial thoughts for a play. It can provide historical context, clarify unfamiliar terminology, or offer different interpretations of a text. This initial overview serves as a foundation, which Dixit then builds upon through reading, discussion, and direct observation.

In practical applications, Dixit utilizes AI for tasks such as preparing grant proposals, festival applications, and project descriptions. AI can suggest basic structures or help arrange information more clearly. However, Dixit emphasizes the importance of rewriting the AI-generated content to ensure accuracy and to imbue it with the unique voice of the project.

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It gives me an initial overview, which I then develop through reading, discussion and observation.

Furthermore, AI proves useful in creating promotional materials, including social media posts and captions. For theatre groups that need to communicate frequently about rehearsals, performances, and events, AI-generated drafts can save considerable time. These drafts are then edited to align with the specific tone and identity of the production.

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Once I have that framework, I rewrite the content to reflect the project accurately and make the language sound like our own.

Dixit also employs AI to refine communication by simplifying paragraphs, shortening messages, or rephrasing information for better accessibility. This is particularly helpful when communicating with diverse audiences, such as performers, collaborators, festival organizers, and the general public. Ultimately, Dixit sees AI as a practical collaborator that handles repetitive writing tasks, freeing up more time for creative decision-making, rehearsals, and storytelling.

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Since theatre groups regularly need to communicate about rehearsals, performances and events, having an initial draft saves time.