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Orlando by Virginia Woolf

Guildhall School of Music & Drama

— ,Silk Street Theatre
Orlando stands on a tree prop center stage, surrounded by a semi-circle of actors in matching red suits against a painted countryside backdrop."

Guildhall School's Orlando (c) David Monteith-Hodge (photographise)

Neil Bartlett's sparkling adaptation of Virginia Woolf's ground-breaking fantasy finds powerful contemporary relevance in the novelist’s vision of equal rights to love for bodies of every kind.

Orlando, a young nobleman in Queen Elizabeth I’s court, embarks on a remarkable journey through time, love and self-discovery. From infatuations to voyages and gender transformation, Orlando’s five centuries of life and love lead them toward the fundamental question: Who am I?

Ellen McDougall, former Artistic Director of the Gate Theatre, directs this contemporary and imaginative take on a timeless tale which promises to captivate audiences with its celebration of love, transformation, and the courage to truly be oneself.

This adaptation of Orlando premiered at London’s Garrick Theatre in 2022.

Tagged with: Theatre & dance Young Barbican Guildhall School

Please note that this production contains adult themes and language, including scenes of a sexual nature. There will be references to suicide (specifically by drowning), homophobia, transphobia and misogyny, and colonialism. There may be loud noises, and use of strobe lighting and haze.

Promoted by Guildhall School of Music & Drama

Please note that the performance on Friday 30 May is a PREVIEW.

Approx. running time: 1 hour 55 mins, including interval

Creative Team

  • Ellen McDougall   director
  • Simon Money   associate director
  • Charlotte Henery   designer
  • Kloe Dean   movement director
  • Lucy Fennell   intimacy director
  • Kev McCurdy   fight director
  • Ed Frearson   lighting designer*
  • Tommy Sharma   sound designer*

*Students on the BA Production Arts programmes

‘Neil Bartlett’s giddy adaptation of Virginia Woolf’s novel radiates gleeful intelligence, rampaging heart and tremendous fun. It couldn’t feel more timely, and it’s glorious.‘
The Guardian

Silk Street Theatre

Location
The Silk Street Theatre, Music Hall and Lecture Recital Room are located in the main Guildhall School building on Silk Street and for Barbican produced events the venue can also be accessed from the Barbican if you exit via the doors next to Barbican Kitchen on Level G. 

Address
Guildhall School of Music & Drama
Silk Street
Barbican
London
EC2Y 8DT

Public transport
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