War is peace. Freedom is slavery. Ignorance is strength. In a world of technological sovereignty, Orwell's harrowing dystopian vision seems more prescient than ever. Close Up Theatre presents a gripping, visceral abridgement of the classic novel. Witness a life lived under the suffocation of constant surveillance. Where Big Brother's eyes are on every screen, in every home, in every room. Where even thought is monitored and restricted. If you want a vision of the future, imagine a boot stamping on a human face " forever. Close Up Theatre sell-out status 2004-2015.