By George Orwell

Adapted and directed by Ciaran McConville

Designed by Tasmin Ayers

Produced by Debut Theatre Company in association with The Cherub Company London

Cast: Tim Hyam, Hugh Hemmings, Kim Voisey-Youldon, Benjamin Smith, Hamish Gray, Elizabeth Park

Edinburgh Fringe 2004

Winston Smith opens his diary with the words, “Down with Big Brother!” In the totalitarian superstate of Oceania, to doubt is the gravest crime of all, and Winston is propelled on a voyage through love, rebellion and finally into the hands of the Thought Police.

Our new adaptation of Orwell's masterpiece performed to sell-out audiences at C Venues and was Critic's Choice in The Guardian, attracting interest from international and UK theatres and festivals.

Reviews

'This is an adaptation that surely Orwell would have been pleased with.' Venue Magazine

'It tells Orwell's story with such clarity that you cannot avoid being caught up in his struggle.' The Guardian

'The production excels at creating a persuasive atmosphere of totalitarian menace.' Metro

'A flawless performance of a man utterly bewildered. Stark and compelling.' Edinburgh Evening News