Back to All Events

1984 by George Orwell


  • Comedy Theatre, Melbourne (map)

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

Event Details:

  • Dates: 1st to 6th July 2025

  • Times:
    Tuesday 1st July 7pm
    Wednesday 2nd July 1pm and 7pm
    Thursday 3rd July 7pm
    Friday 4th July 7pm
    Saturday 5th July 2pm and 7pm
    Sunday 6th July 1pm

  • Duration: 100 min - No Interval

  • Suitable for: Recommended for audiences 14+.

  • Location: Comedy Theatre, Melbourne

  • Warnings: This production contains: mature themes, simulated violence, strobe lighting and loud sound effects/music.

More info & tickets here.
Note:
This post contains an affiliate link. It costs you nothing extra, but we earn a small fee to support our website - thank you!

Earlier Event: 21 June
110% Ready