Animal Farm
The animals have taken over the farm!
Fringe favourite Guy Masterson's globally acclaimed solo adaptation of George Orwell's barnyard masterpiece is now brought to life in by riveting physical theatre performer, Sam Blythe. A timeless allegory that rings out a warning about politics, politicians, power and corruption. A spellbinding solo performance that will linger long in the memory.
★★★★★ "Animal Magic! Gets to the heart of Orwell's barnyard classic" Times UK
★★★★★ "A brilliant adaptation which delights with its physical grace and artistry. Complex and entirely theatrical, a combination of bravura acting and poetic storytelling which brings new nuance and meaning" Scotsman
★★★★★ "Amazing storytelling!" Adelaide Theatre Guide
★★★★★ "Simply astonishing!" Heckler
★★★★★ The Fix
★★★★★ RIU
Reviews & Fringefeed Reacts
Dark and entertaining. Hats off for a wildly funny and innovative show! - Mae Trumata, The Upcoming
An exhausting but exhilarating performance, making you realise the renewed importance of Orwell’s great work for our times. - Nancy Connolly, Bath Chronicle (UK)
If ever there was a production that’s totally, utterly prescient right now, it’s this one! - Mellissa Blease, Bath Magazine (UK)
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Theatre and Physical Theatre
Full price $20.00 to $32.00
Presented by: Guy Masterson - Theatre Tours International (UK) in association with Joanne Hartstone
Guy Masterson has presented 50 shows in Adelaide since 2004's unforgettable 'Twelve Angry Men'. His acclaimed productions of 'Under Milk Wood', 'Shylock', 'Oleanna' and 'Scaramouche Jones' rank among the finest theatre works seen at AdFringe. Most recently, he co-directed 2023's new Australian hit 'The Marvellous Elephant Man - Musical'.
He has also presented over 140 shows over 30 seasons in Edinburgh since 1994. He won the Olivier Award in 2010 for his production West End production of 'Morecambe'. His smash hit production of 'The Shark is Broken' (about the making of 'Jaws') was nominated for an Olivier Award and transferred to Broadway for 18 weeks in 2023. His most recent work in the UK was 'The Marilyn Conspiracy' in July 2024 which is due to transfer to London's West End in 2025.
Sessions
Ticket Prices
Full price:
$30.00 to $40.00
Concession: $35.00
Midweek Treat:
$30.50
BankSA Cardholder:
$30.00
Family: $85.48
Child: $18.50
Schools Program: $15.00
Companion Card: $0.00
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1 Venue
Main Theatre at Adelaide College of the Arts
Adelaide College of the Arts, 39 Light Square, Adelaide, Kaurna
- Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
- Venue is suitable for all ages
Suitability & Warnings
Accessibility
- High Audio Content