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Pushing the boundaries of contemporary ballet, Jonathan Watkin’s 1984 won the dance award at the South Bank Sky Arts Awards in June 2016. Winston Smith lives in a world of absolute conformity, his every action is scrutinized by Big Brother. However, when Winston meets Julia he dares to rebel by falling in love.

Based on George Orwell’s iconic novel and with an original score from Tony-nominated Composer Alex Baranowski, 1984 will change the way you think about ballet.

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Cast

Winston
  • Tobias Batley
Julia
  • Martha Leebolt
O'Brien
Charrington
Parsons
  • Giuliano Contadini
Ampleforth
Martin
Lead Prole
  • Victoria Sibson

Production

Choreography
  • Jonathan Watkins
Composer
  • Alex Baranowski
Set & Costume Designer
  • Simon Daw
Lighting Designer
  • Chris Davey
Video Designer
  • Andrzej Goulding
Dramaturg
  • Ruth Little
Television Director
  • Ross MacGibbon
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