February — April 2025

All animals are equal. But some animals are more equal than others.

A Leeds Playhouse and Theatre Royal Stratford East co-production, in association with Nottingham Playhouse. Directed by Amy Leach. Olivier Award Nominated for Best New Production in Affiliate Theatre.

When a group of exploited animals rebel against their human farmer-tyrant and take control of the land that they live on, they hope to create a world where they can be equal, happier and free. As power shifts and a new leader emerges, they soon face the age-old question: is the grass truly greener on the other side?

In the year George Orwell’s political fable marks its 80th anniversary, Director Amy Leach and Designer Hayley Grindle introduce a fresh interpretation to the stage that explores the erosion of ideals and the seductive allure of greed. Adapted by Tatty Hennessy, this chilling and thought-provoking story of treachery and rebellion provides a timely reminder of the perils of unchecked power.

Cast

Clover — Tianah Hodding
Mollie — Shakeel Kimotho
Snowball — Robin Morrissey
Benjamin — David Nellist
Napoleon — Tachia Newall
Boxer — Gabriel Paul
Milo — Em Prendergast
Minty — Farshid Rokey
Clara — Brydie Service
Squealer — Tom Simper
Jones — Kaya Ulasli
Old Major — Everal A Walsh
Blue — Joshua-Alexander Williams

Creative Team

Writer — George Orwell
Adapted by — Tatty Hennessy
Director — Amy Leach
Set & Costume Designer — Hayley Grindle
Lighting Designer — Jai Morjaria
Associate Lighting Designer — Sam Osborne
Sound Designer & Composer — Khalil Madovi
Movement Director — Kane Husbands
Casting Director — Lucy Casson CDG
Fight Director — Kate Waters
Assistant Director — Jordi M. Carter
Deaf Creative / BSL Consultant — Stephen Collins
Audio Description Consultant — Vicky Ackroyd & Esther Irving
Stage Managers — Julie Issott & Patricia Davenport
Assistant Stage Manager — Amy Duckworth
Deputy Stage Manager — Coral Nelson
Sound No. 1 — Megan Gampell

Reviews

“Every moment is weighty with meaning.”
★★★★★ — The Stage

“Animal Farm is raw, vigorous and profound; unflinching in its portrayal of inequality that leves you breathless long after the curtains have drawn.“
★★★★★ — All That Dazzles

“Intelligent and packs an emotional punch from beginning to end.”
★★★★★ — London Unattached

“A complete, cohesive piece that does what theatre should do in times of crisis.”
★★★★★ — Broadway World

“A vivid revival shows how Orwell’s classic still resonates.”
★★★★ — The Times

★★★★ — LondonTheatre1

★★★★ — WhatsOnStage