Event Audience: Children

IODS PRESENTS… ANIMAL FARM

Animal Farm is a fable with a sting.

Much has been written about the threat of Communism, but it remained to the late George Orwell, farsighted British author of the brilliant and frightening 1984, to expose the Russian experiment for what it really is; an idealist’s dream, converted by realists into a nightmare.

Led by three pigs, the disgruntled animals overthrow their human owner, take control of the farm and create a new society in which: “All Animals Are Equal.” The Pigs are first to take charge, but as each of them vie for power, the society becomes corrupted and the animals are led into a dark and brutal existence, in which “Some Animals Are More Equal Than Others.”

In this timely allegory, you will meet beasts whose prototypes have dominated news headlines for many fearful years. Opening on a note of joyous triumph for the creatures who have emancipated themselves from the cruel mastery of a human owner, the play mounts inexorably to a climax of disillusionment in which the other animals discover themselves now subject to the rule of even more ruthless autocrats: the greedy, cunning pigs.

Intermingling humour and drama, Animal Farm wrings the emotions of its listeners, leaving audiences shaken with the tale of a tragedy that happened in a mythical barnyard far away but could happen in our own back yard.

Prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy

Step back in time and journey through the decades with Distinct Performing Arts’ spectacular end-of-year show, ‘Decade Dreamers!’ From the nostalgic tunes of the 1950s to the chart-topping hits of today, our talented young performers will take you on a musical adventure like no other. Experience the infectious energy of rock ‘n’ roll, groove to the beats of hip-hop classics, and feel the rhythm of contemporary pop hits. With iconic songs like ‘How Much Is That Doggy in the Window,’ ‘Can’t Touch This,’ and ‘Dance the Night Away,’ our show promises to delight audiences of all ages. Join us as we celebrate the dedication, talent and passion of our students who have worked tirelessly to bring this vibrant journey through time to life. Suitable for all ages, so bring the whole family and be prepared to be dazzled.

ON SALE FROM WEDNESDAY 15th MAY

All Tickets – £14.00

Price includes £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy.

Redbridge Adult Theatre Workshop presents

The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society’s production of Macbeth

Have you ever seen a really terrible Am Dram show, where everything is wrong, from the ridiculous casting to the pretentious programme? Where everything goes wrong, from the introductory music, via the hopeless sound and lighting effects to the inept and unrehearsed curtain call? Well now is your chance to witness such a production!

The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society mounts yet another assault on the classics with a startlingly original production of Macbeth staged to get them to the Welwyn Garden City Finals. Under the carefully mascara’d eye of adjudicator George Peach, all events conspire hilariously against them.

Ticket prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy