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1984
19 March @ 7.30pm
About 1984
‘To the future or to the past, to a time when thought is free: From the age of uniformity, from the age of Big Brother, from the age of doublethink… greetings!’
Award-winning Box Tale Soup presents a stunning new adaptation of Orwell’s dystopian classic.
Known for their ingenious sets and slick storytelling, Box Tale Soup’s unique puppetry becomes a striking metaphor for Orwell’s chilling vision of power and control.
The year is 1984, perhaps – it is impossible to tell for certain. We are being watched, Big Brother is everywhere, truth changes daily, and everyone conforms. But for Winston Smith, insignificant cog in the Party’s vast machine, this half-life is not enough.
He dreams of freedom, but is he the only one? Dreams can be deadly when rebellion begins with a thought.
Featuring the voices of Sophie Aldred & Joanna Lumley, with Simon Russell Beale as the voice of Big Brother.
Reviews
Edinburgh Fringe 2025 Official Sell Out Show “They are wonderful.”
The Times
“…1984 is their latest triumph.” ★★★★★
Broadway Baby
“…an incredible feat of storytelling.” ★★★★★
Starburst Magazine
“thought-provoking, striking production…” ★★★★★
British Theatre Guide
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Ticket prices:
Full price – £17.00
Concessions (Student, disability, benefits, under 16) – £15.30
Dates & times:
Thursday 19 March 2026 at 7.30pm
About Cornerstone Arts Centre
Cornerstone Arts Centre is a purpose-built, professional arts, culture and entertainment venue in the heart of Didcot, brought to you by the South Oxfordshire District Council.
Opened in 2008, it presents a high-quality programme of live performances, participatory activities, exhibitions and outreach work that meet the needs and enhance the experiences of the local community and beyond.
The RIBA award-nominated building comprises a 220-seat auditorium, an art gallery, a dance studio, and spaces for workshops and community activities. The centre also has a café and bar, making it a welcoming space for audiences and artists.
