Intermediality and hybrid performance

The introduction of intermediality into theatre seems a perfectly reasonable 'next step' to take in the way of theatre, as it reflects, more realistically, our lives. After all, the aim of the theatre is to put life on the stage. Whilst some say that the introduction of intermediality will be the death of the play, seeing as the very nature of a play is that it is live media, i believe that media can enhance performance. By enabling hybrid performance and intertextuality we can bring more depth to a stageplay. We can project images and show videos on the backdrop that can enhance the audiences understanding. If not only this, the introduction of intertextuality allows us to perform in an entirely different way than we had done before, giving us a variety of different effects and a new range of tools to use. Media also allows us to, in some circumstances, discard the typical 'set' and bring in new ways of recreating and dressing the stage.
To further this, intertextuality allows a whole new way of acting. I once saw a production whereby a couple had met over the internet. This was depicted in the opening scene of the play by the backdrop being split in half. Each half represented the characters computer screen and words would be typed upon it by one character and then replied by the other character. This meant that the audience could see the characters relationship start to build before we had seen either of the actors.
To conclude, i think that intermediality etc is a positive step forward in the world of theatre. However, whilst it brings us more opportunities than ever, we must not completely forget where the line blurs and always be aware of the simplicity that a play can simply be actors on stage in nothing but a black room.