Your Visit

The production runs from 1 October – 22 December 2024. Show nights vary weekly, with two shows each evening.

Monday – Saturday: 19:00 & 21:00

Sunday: 17:30 & 19:30

This is a site-specific show in which you will experience George Orwell’s dystopian vision in an entirely new way. The performance takes place in several locations around Hackney Town Hall including its magnificent Council Chamber. You will follow the action from location to location.

The show also contains some optional interaction.

If you require reading glasses, we kindly ask that you bring these along, thank you.

The use of cameras and mobile phones is strictly prohibited.

Before the show begins, we ask that all mobiles are switched off / placed on silent, given the quiet intimate nature of the show.

In an emergency, one of the ushers will guide you to the lobby to use your phone.

Hackney Town Hall, Mare Street, Hackney, London, E8 1EA.

Full travel information is available on our Contact Us page.

The bar opens 30 mins before the performance begins and sets the atmosphere for the show. The performance lasts approximately 75 minutes.

Monday – Saturday: 19:00 & 21:00

Sunday: 17:30 & 19:30

The bar opens 30 mins before the performance begins and sets the atmosphere for the show.

Please arrive at least 20 minutes before the performance begins in order to pass registration and security.

No, we take either digital or printed tickets.

Yes, the bar opens 30 minutes before the performance and sets the atmosphere for the show. The bar accepts card only and serves both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

There is a strict no latecomer policy for this show, due to its quiet intimate nature. Please ensure you leave plenty of time to arrive.

Doors open 30 minutes before the show starts and the show will begin promptly.

Please note: unfortunately we cannot offer refunds to any latecomers.

16+. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

This production includes depictions of torture and contains violence, loud noises (including gunshots), some scenes of a sexual nature and haze, strobe & flashing lights.

The bar opens 30 mins before the performance begins and sets the atmosphere for the show.

Please arrive at least 20 minutes before the performance begins in order to pass registration and security.

We have a small area to drop bags that are large or very heavy and cannot be carried around the performance with you.

There is a £3 charge per item – please note, we are only able to accept card payments.

Yes, the show takes place in several locations around Hackney Town Hall. All of the locations are indoors and you will walk for a few minutes between them. There are stairs between some of the locations but there are lifts for those who require them. Please see the details about accessibility below.

At every location you will be seated.

We have two wheelchair spaces available for each performance and our front-of-house team can assist you during your visit. For more information, please contact [email protected]

There are lifts available for those who require them and our Front of House team will support you moving between spaces.

This production includes depictions of torture and contains violence, loud noises (including gunshots), some scenes of a sexual nature and haze, strobe and flashing lights.

For Access Tickets please contact: [email protected]

For Booking enquiries please contact: [email protected]

For Group bookings please contact: [email protected]

For General Enquiries please contact [email protected]

We allow exchanges, subject to availability, up to 48 hours ahead of a performance.

Please contact our ticketing team on: [email protected]

There is no dress code but we recommend wearing shoes you are comfortable to walk around in – as the show moves from location to location around a building.