Animal Farm

From the book by George Orwell
Adapted by Peter Hall
Lyrics by Adrian Mitchell
Music by Richard Peaslee

Directed by Julia Rodriguez-Elliott

August 28 – October 2, 2022

A highly theatrical musical adaptation of Orwell’s savage satire filled with biting humor and stunning timeliness. 

Revolt is afoot at Manor Farm, when downtrodden beasts of burden rise-up against their cruel taskmaster, Farmer Jones. But self-ruled animal utopia quickly gives way to the temptations of power and privilege in Peter Hall’s fast-moving musical adaptation of George Orwell’s savage satire.

“MUST BE SEEN …A Noise Within [has] blown out the stops…an allegory for our times.”
—Michael Sheehan, On Stage Los Angeles

“FIRST RATE…strong, convincing and transformative…will leave you with much to think about.”
— Eddie Rivera, Pasadena Now

“SUPERB… A talented ensemble cast adept at acting, dancing, and singing… should please any audience.”
—Elaine Mura, Splash Magazines

“YOU WILL BE RIVETED... brilliantly cast and staged. Highly recommended, don’t miss it!”
—Carol Edger-Germain, Colorado Boulevard

“ENTERTAINING AND THOUGHT-PROVOKING…The show is fresh and full of surprises whether you know the story or not, and the performances are all a treat to watch.”
—Roberta Brown, LA Mommy Poppins

“WOW! STUNNING…As engaging and entertaining as it is thought-provoking, Animal Farm is guaranteed to blow you away.”
—Steven Stanley, Stage Scene LA

“ENTERTAINS… a strong ensemble cast… Young or old, it's worth seeing this swiftly-moving, inspired theatrical adaptation full of incredible acting and voices.”
— Chanin Victor, Santa Monica Observer

“THE BEST LIVE STAGE PRODUCTION this revolutionary reviewer has seen all year. Fans of great theater, satire, political discourse, et al, should get on all four hoofs and gallop out to Pasadena to see this Orwellian tour de force tout suite.”
—Ed Rampell, Hollywood Progressive

“POWERFUL…will give you chills even as you laugh and marvel at its artistry. Exceptional acting and delivery, creative costuming with a Mad Max feel, thoroughly dynamic staging and live music combine to create a riveting—and frightening—theatrical experience.”
—Anita W, Harris, LA Theatrix

"CHILLING & TIMELY…an erudite analysis of the human condition and the ways selfishness can muddy even the purest original intentions…so agile is the entire troupe that the whole performance seems to be undertaken by a cast three times this size.”
—Andrew Child, Broadway World

“IMPRESSIVE ARTISTRY…the cast is fantastic…intelligent art that deserves to be seen.”
—Dena Burroughs, The Fume of Sighs

“STAGE RAW TOP 10…A CLASS ACT. This musical adaptation is a timely scary work, and its current production has been brought to the stage with acumen, insight and skill.”
—Deborah Klugman, Stage Raw

“FANTASTICALLY THEATRICAL…a thoroughly entertaining, albeit disturbing ride!”
—Alisa Hayashida, South Pasadenan

“AN IMPRESSIVE PRODUCTION…exposes the fragility of political systems and the dangers associated with government transitions.”
—Joe Mosqueda, Glamgical

“FIVE STARS… totally absorbing… masterfully staged with a talented and truly ensemble cast of actors.”
—Rob Stevens, Haines His Way

“TERRIFIC…a talented, fearless cast bring[s] Orwell’s farmyard fable to life with a fast-paced production that clips along with the help of masterful musicians.”
—Flapper Press

“RIVETING, FRIGHTENING, AND ENTERTAINING…Julia Rodriguez-Elliot’s astounding marvel—her best staging to date—will leave you breathless….gives voice to both man’s continuing creativity and his defiance against evil.”
—Tony Frankel, Stage and Cinema

“THEATRICAL…Brought vividly to life…the actors playfully adapt to their animal characters…a welcome addition to [ANW’s] distinguished production history.”
—Hoyt Hilsman, Cultural Daily

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