What if one thought cost you everything?

Synopsis

Winston Smith works for the Ministry of Truth located in the nation of Oceania, part of a vast empire in a constant, shifting war against other superstates. Dissent is not tolerated (not even in thought), and Winston and his fellow citizens are under perpetual electronic surveillance by their ever-watchful ruler Big Brother. When Winston falls in love with a co-worker, their illegal affair pushes them to rebel and face the darkest and most dangerous corners of the regime. On the heels of last year’s gripping Animal Farm, Steppenwolf for Young Adults presents Orwell’s dystopian masterpiece in a multi-media production that is a haunting, shockingly timely look at a future that seems disturbingly present.

Running Time

Running Time: 1 hour 30 minutes, including No Intermissions

Content Advisory

Steppenwolf does not offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person.If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects(such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.

Additional Information

Recommended for ages 14 & up

Note: There will be no post-show discussions following performances of George Orwell's 1984 on November 7th. If you would like to attend a subsequent post-show feel free to call Audience Services.

$20 Upstairs Theatre Info & Seat Map Map / Directions to the theatreStudy Guide 1984 Program

Watch & Listen

Cast & Artists

The Artists

The Cast

Reviews

“A chilling, hard-hitting stage adaptation”
– Chicago Sun-Times

“Skillful blend of grimy proletariat despair and slick multimedia collage”
– Chicago Tribune

“Sharp and compelling…a masterful blend of sight and sound”
– Gapers Block

“Brilliantly executed”
– Splash Magazine

Sponsors

Supporters of Steppenwolf for Young Adults

Running Time

Running Time: 1 hour 30 minutes, including No Intermissions

Content Advisory

Steppenwolf does not offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person.If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects(such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.

Additional Information

Recommended for ages 14 & up

Note: There will be no post-show discussions following performances of George Orwell's 1984 on November 7th. If you would like to attend a subsequent post-show feel free to call Audience Services.

$20 Upstairs Theatre Info & Seat Map Map / Directions to the theatreStudy Guide 1984 Program

What if one thought cost you everything?

Sponsors

Supporters of Steppenwolf for Young Adults