Pure Expression today announces the full cast for the immersive theatrical version of George Orwell’s 1984 created by Adam Taub running at the Hackney Town Hall, opening on 26 October, with previews from 19 October, and running until 26 November. Jem Wall and Richard Hahlo, the co-artistic directors of Hydrocracker direct Jude Akuwudike (O’Brien), Kit Reeve (Julia) and Declan Rodgers (Winston).
The book, celebrating its 74th year in publication, is the first live theatre production in Hackney Town Hall, and has been adapted by Adam Taub whose production company Pure Expression specialises in creating immersive shows in unique non-theatrical buildings like libraries, museums and civic spaces in the UK and USA.
Adam Taub said today, “The show is directed by Richard and Jem from Hydrocracker Theatre who specialise in creating site specific and immersive work and have collaborated extensively with major theatre festivals creating work that really moves and challenges audiences. In Jude, Kit and Declan they have a superbly talented core of actors that have captivated audiences across the theatre and film world. And with an ensemble cast drawn from drama schools across London, we have a really exciting company and we can’t wait for the opening night.”
It is the age of total surveillance. Everything you say or do is scrutinised and recorded. Even your innermost thoughts are probed. You cannot be too careful. In an era when we are tracked, monitored, and influenced, Orwell’s dystopian vision has never been closer to reality.
In the magnificent setting of Hackney Town Hall (Grade II Listed, RIBA Award Winner 2018) experience the intensity of George Orwell’s gripping story.
1984 runs at Hackney Town Hall 19 October – 26 November 2023. Tickets are on sale here
