Animal Farm
Octagon Theatre Bolton presents Based on the novel by George OrwellAdapted for the stage by Ian Wooldridge
Directed by Iqbal Khan –
Animal Farm
–About Animal Farm
Stellar production of Orwell’s timeless classic returns to the Octagon ahead of UK tour.
When the downtrodden animals of Manor Farm overthrow their master and take over, they imagine it is the beginning of a life of freedom and equality for all. However, over time a cunning and brutal elite among them, masterminded by the pigs Napoleon and Snowball, gradually take control. Soon the other animals discover that they are not all as equal as they once thought and find themselves ensnared as one tyranny is replaced with another.
Orwell's powerful and timeless satire on the corruption of power has captivated audiences, receiving rave reviews and sell-out performances in 2024. Now, it returns to the Octagon Theatre ahead of a UK tour.
Animal Farm has been recognised as one of The Stage's Top 50 Shows of 2024. Don’t miss this critically acclaimed production, which brings Orwell’s thought-provoking tale to life with striking direction and unforgettable performances.
4 StarsIntensely physical, visceral adaptation of Orwell’s timeless classic.
- The Stage
4 StarsMust-watch
- The Bolton News
4 StarsA dark & powerful play
- Theatre Reviews North
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Cast
Sam Black
Boxer
Natalia Campbell
Old Major / Clover
Olivia Chandler
Mollie
Lewis Griffin
Squealer
Soroosh Lavasani
Snowball
Rhian Lynch
Napoleon
Heather Porte
Female Swing
Kai Spellman
Male Swing
Credits
Iqbal Khan
Director
Ciaran Bagnall
Set and Lighting Designer
Gerry Marsden
Sound Designer
Su Newell
Costume Designer and Supervisor
Shelley Eva Haden
Movement Director
Dylan Towley
Composer
Kai Spellman
Associate Director