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1984

First Preview: May 5, 2017
Opening Date: May 5, 2017
Closing Date: Oct 9, 2017
Running Time: 01:41
1984

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Playing @
Hudson Theatre
141 West 44th Street, New York City, NY 10036
Big Brother is watching.

Following four wildly successful U.K. runs, the new stage adaptation of George Orwell’s dystopian masterpiece comes to New York.

One of the most widely referenced and best known fiction titles of all time, 1984 has sold over 30 million copies worldwide and has been translated into more than 65 languages. Now, Robert Icke and Duncan Macmillan have adapted this iconic novel into “a chilling, ingenious 101 minutes of theatre” (The London Times).
BroadwayPlay - Drama
Show Notes: No Intermission
Age Guidance: 15
Audience Advisory: Production includes several loud noises and flashing lights.

Performance Schedule

MONDAY thru THURSDAY @ 7 PM
FRIDAY & SATURDAY @ 5 & 9 PM


Written By
  • George Orwell - New Adaptation Created by Robert Icke and Duncan Macmillan

Director
  • Robert Icke & Duncan Macmillan

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Full-price tickets:

$35.00 - $149.00

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  • Yet the most forceful theatrical response to the administration is now on Broadway, with a nerve-jangling adaptation of George Orwell’s classic novel 1984, which just opened at the Hudson Theatre. This harrowing production stages what might be the most famous picture of a totalitarian future, one that’s penetrated the lexicon (“Big Brother,” “double-think”) and subconscious of generations of readers because of its vision of perpetual war, constant surveillance, and state-sponsored lies.
  • Picture fun, escapist summer fare. Now, picture the exact opposite — that would be the powerful but grueling stage version of “1984,” which has just opened on Broadway.
  • Theatre is now officially engaged—or entrenched—with the age of President Donald Trump. After the attempted stage invasions and protests leveled against the Public Theater’s Julius Caesar, and theaters that just happened to have ‘Shakespeare’ in their name, comes Robert Icke and Duncan Macmillan’s stark, intense, and visually stunning adaptation of George Orwell’s 1984, which they have also directed.
  • Yet the most forceful theatrical response to the administration is now on Broadway, with a nerve-jangling adaptation of George Orwell’s classic novel 1984, which just opened at the Hudson Theatre. This harrowing production stages what might be the most famous picture of a totalitarian future, one that’s penetrated the lexicon (“Big Brother,” “double-think”) and subconscious of generations of readers because of its vision of perpetual war, constant surveillance, and state-sponsored lies.

Accessibility

  • Assisted Listening System

    Reservations are not necessary. Devices may be picked up picked up at coat check. Drivers license or ID with printed address required as a deposit.
  • Box Office

    ADA Accessible ramp from sidewalk into Box Office; ADA Accessible window.
  • Curb Ramps

    Available
  • Elevator/Escalator

    There is an elevator that takes you from the main entrance to the dress circle level. The elevator does not go to the balcony level (several banks of steps are required to reach the Balcony). There are some steps to the dress circle bar and seating area.
  • Entrance

    The main entrance is ADA accessible.
  • Restroom

    There are ADA Accessible restrooms on the orchestra and dress circle levels.
  • Water Fountain

    A water fountain is available in the dress circle and the balcony.
  • Wheelchair Info

    Wheelchair seating is located in the orchestra only.

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