★★★★★
"Superb. It will grip adults and children alike."
Sunday Times
George Orwell’s dystopian classic Animal Farm is being brought to life in a striking new production at the Playhouse. The animals of Manor Farm drive out the farmer and run the farm themselves. A revolution. And then what?
Orwell’s world-famous, thought-provoking fable tells the story of a revolution and its aftermath. Re-imagined by an award-winning creative team, Animal Farm combines captivating music and cinematic staging to create a powerful atmosphere onstage. The beautifully detailed life-sized puppets make this production a visually stunning spectacle, retelling a well-known story in an exciting new way.
Animal Farm is directed by Robert Icke, whose version of 1984 (co-adapted and directed with Duncan Macmillan) was a smash-hit in the West End and on Broadway. This brand new production features puppetry by Toby Olié (whose credits include War Horse, Running Wild and Goodnight Mister Tom) and is designed by four time Olivier award-winner Bunny Christie.
The Children’s Theatre Partnership creates bold and imaginative theatre for young people, engaging new audiences and aiming to inspire a life-long love of theatre.
www.animalfarmonstage.co.uk
A Children’s Theatre Partnership production in association with Birmingham Rep
There will be a post-show discussion with members of the company after the performance on Wed 27 Apr.
Company
By George Orwell
Adapted and directed by Robert Icke
Set & Costume Designer Bunny Christie, Puppet Designer and Director Toby Olié
