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Animal Farm single work   drama  
Adaptation of Animal Farm George Orwell , 1945 single work novella
Issue Details: First known date: 2020... 2020 Animal Farm
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'Manor Farm is in a state of rebellion as a gang of pigs unite to overthrow their cruel human oppressor.

'Written in the 1940s by George Orwell as a response to the rise of authoritarian governments, Animal Farm is a timeless examination of extremist rule. This new adaptation continues to caution with the universal message that power can corrupt – and absolute power corrupts absolutely.

'Adapted by political powerhouse Van Badham (Banging Denmark, Q&A, The Drum and writer at The Guardian), this high-octane three-hander features a cast of stellar comedians, improvisers and storytellers. They bring to life a farmyard of characters including the hardworking Boxer and power-hungry Napoleon. This is a biting political satire that will make you grunt.'

Source: Black Swan Theatre Company.

Production Details

  • Originally scheduled to be presented by the Black Swan State Theatre Company of Western Australia, 3-27 September 2020, at Studio Underground.

    Director: Emily McLean.

    Cast includes Andrea Gibbs and Megan Wilding.

    Production postponed, but not initially cancelled, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.


    Presented by Black Swan Theatre Company of Western Australia, 2-24 October 2021, in the Heath Ledger Theatre.

    Director: Emily McLean.

    Cast includes Andrea Gibbs and Megan Wilding.

    Set and Costume Designer: Fiona Bruce.

    Lighting Designer: Lucy Birkinshaw.

    Composer and Sound Designer: Rachael Dease.

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