Animal Farm adapted by George Orwell, adapted by Tatty Hennessy

Next date: Thursday, 10 December 2026 | 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM

Presented by 16th Street Actors Studio

When the animals in the farmyard rebel against their tyrannical farmer and take control of the farm, they hope to create a world where they can be equal, happier and free. But as power shifts and a new leader emerges, they soon face the age-old question: what does it really mean to be equal?

Exploring loss of identity, the seductive allure of privilege, and the corrupting nature of political power, George Orwell's Animal Farm is a classic story of rebellion and treachery, and a timely reminder of the importance of resistance.

Tatty Hennessy's adaptation received its professional premiere in 2025, directed by Amy Leach, co-produced by Leeds Playhouse and Stratford East in association with Nottingham Playhouse, and performed at all three theatres. It was commissioned and first performed by the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain in 2021.

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An Amateur Production By Arrangement with ORiGiN™ Theatrical On Behalf of Nick Hern Books.

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