1984 by George Orwell

Big Brother is back.

Strap in for an electrifying take on the George Orwell classic – from the multi-award winning creative minds at Shake & Stir (Frankenstein, Jane Eyre, Animal Farm and Dracula).

It was a bright cold day, and the clocks were striking thirteen...

Winston Smith, an editor at the Ministry of Truth, sits quietly. A quick swig of gin; a glance of quiet optimism toward the telescreen. Winston opens his diary, puts pen to paper, and in doing so, commits the essential crime that contains all others in itself. A radical and unprecedented act of rebellion.

Discovered, entrapped, and incarcerated in the Ministry of Love, Winston, in defending his burning desire for personal freedom, prepares for the fight of his life. Can the oppressive forces of The Party, led by BIG BROTHER, obliterate the indomitable human spirit?

And what exactly awaits within Room 101?

“Shake & Stir cement themselves as masters of adaptation with 1984.” - Australian Stage

Presented by: Frankston Arts Centre and Shake & Stir Theatre Co as part of the 2025 FAC Season

_{This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.}

Thanks to our 2025 Season Partners

Suitable for students in Years 9 - 12.

This production of 1984 by George Orwell has been selected for the 2025 VCE Theatre Studies Playlist.

An Educational Resource Kit will be available for teachers to use to extend the learning opportunities in the classroom.

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