To mark the 76th anniversary of George Orwell’s 1984, Shake & Stir Theatre Co’s acclaimed stage adaptation will return to The Joan in Penrith for a limited season, featuring just two performances on 13 June.

Shake & Stir and The Joan present

1984
By George Orwell
Adapted by Shake & Stir

BIG BROTHER IS BACK.

Strap in for an electrifying take on the George Orwell classic – from the multi award-winning creative minds at Shake & Stir (Frankenstein, Jane Eyre, Animal Farm and Dracula).

It was a bright cold day, and the clocks were striking thirteen…

Winston Smith, an editor at the Ministry of Truth, sits quietly. A quick swig of gin; a glance of quiet optimism toward the telescreen. Winston opens his diary, puts pen to paper, and in doing so, commits the essential crime that contains all others in itself. A radical and unprecedented act of rebellion.

Discovered, entrapped, and incarcerated in the Ministry of Love, Winston, in defending his burning desire for personal freedom, prepares for the fight of his life. Can the oppressive forces of The Party, led by BIG BROTHER, obliterate the indomitable human spirit?

And what exactly awaits within Room 101?

Over 75 years after its original publication, Orwell’s text remains as powerful as ever. Don’t miss your opportunity to experience the tenth anniversary of this captivating adaptation. A must-see for fans of the book, theatre lovers and students studying the text.

‘Shake & Stir cement themselves as masters of adaptation with 1984.’ – Australian Stage

‘Tripleplusgood.’ – The Courier Mail

‘This is a powerful production.’ – Stage Whispers

‘Fearless and flawless.” – XS Entertainment

Dates & Times:
Friday 13 June at 1pm & 7:30pm

Suitable for:
Ages 14+ (General Public) and Years 9 – 12 (School Groups).

Duration:
100 minutes (No interval plus a free Q&A with the cast following the matinee performance).

Location:
Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, 597 High Street, Penrith

More Info & Bookings:
https://www.thejoan.com.au/events/1984/