Details

Orwell's tale of oppression, revolution and betrayal set amongst the animals in a farm. One of the most important books of the 20th Century. Mr Jones is forced to abandon his farm by his mistreated animals and the opportunities for a new life and afresh start where all animals are equal seems like an exciting new dawn. But gradually the promises crumble to reveal a regime of propaganda and force as some animals emerge more equal than others.

Cast/Performers

Craig Purnell (Snowball), Lucien MacDougall (Squealer), Josephine Welcome (Muriel), Bethany Sheldon (Mollie), Sarah Head (Clover), David Hobbs (Benjamin), Ben Roberts (Napoleon), Neil Salvage (Old Major / Pilkington), Dickon Tyrrell (Boxer)

Creatives/Company

Book by: George Orwell
Producer(s): Derby Playhouse, Derby Playhouse Community Theatre (as part of the Egg theatre academy)
Adapted by: Peter Hall (Sir)
Director(s): Karen Louise Hebden, Stephen Edwards, Kelvin Towse (music)
Design: Kate Unwin
Lighting: David Plater
Sound: Neil Alexander
Choreographer: Caimin Collins