Out of the Box Theatre Company will present a staged dramatic reading of George Orwell’s biting satire, adapted by Nelson Bond, Animal Farm, October 17-19. What begins as a joyous revolution by animals emancipating themselves darkens into a chilling portrait of power, propaganda, and the corruption of ideals.

The live, in-person performances will take place at the Bernie Wohl Center, 647 Columbus Avenue (between 91st and 92nd Streets), New York, N.Y. Tickets are $35 and $30 (seniors and students) and can be purchased at https://outoftheboxtheatre.ludus.com/index.php.

Animal Farm will be performed four times only:

Friday, October 17 at 7:30pm
Saturday, October 18 at 3pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, October 19 at 3pm

Animal Farm is a powerful allegory that feels sharper and more relevant today than ever. The animals’ triumphant dream is twisted into a nightmare ruled by the ruthless and cunning pigs. Blending sharp humor with harrowing drama, the story serves as a warning about the fragility of freedom and the manipulation of language, leaving audiences shaken and thinking long after the performance ends.

“Orwell’s fable is a story that feels terrifyingly modern, and Nelson Bond’s adaptation of Animal Farm is a compelling take on this Dream-come-true descending into a Nightmare. Animal Farm is a cautionary tale ‘as old as time’ … and as relevant ‘as tonight’s Evening News,’” said the director of the production, Jeffery V. Thompson. “It’s a story that perfectly aligns with the mission of Out of the Box Theatre. Our company’s seasoned actors use their skills and experience to bring to life the animals who populate this mythical barnyard far away, and whose aspirations, ambitions, faults and virtues mirror our own so closely, that at times it’s difficult to distinguish those who walk on four legs from those who walk on two. We can promise you a production of this classic tale that will resonate with a chilling new relevance for today’s audiences.”