1984
Adapted for the stage by Duncan Macmillan & Robert Icke from the novel by George Orwell
May 12th - 14th, 2016
Performed at The Cramphorn Theatre, Chelmsford
Directed by Amy Clayton
The Ruling Party of Oceania have implemented Newspeak to prevent political rebellion and ultimately free-thought. Speaking old words is illegal. Thinking old words is thought-crime, and gravely punishable. Historical records are altered by the Ministry of Truth and books are banned. Big Brother watches you. 2 + 2 = 5. Ignorance is Freedom.
CAST
WINSTON SMITH - Darren Matthews
JULIA - Laura-Leigh Newton
O'BRIEN - Justin Cartledge
SYME - Matt Jones
PARSONS - Julie Salter
LANDLADY - Lindsey Crutchett
MARTIN - Sir William Wells
MESSENGER/GLADYS/COFFEE VENDOR - Nicole Campbell
ENSEMBLE - Amy Clayton, Ben Martins & Paul Sparrowham