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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
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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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Awards
- 2022 nominated AWGIE Awards — Stage Award — Adapted
