Orlando from the novel by Virginia Woolf adapted by Neil Bartlett
Nothing is any longer one thing.' From a teenage encounter with Elizabeth I, through infatuations, voyages and even a change of gender, Orlando lives out five centuries of life and love before they finally find the courage to truly be themselves. Neil Bartlett's sparkling adaptation of Virginia Woolf's famous fantasy finds powerful contemporary relevance in her vision of equal rights to love for bodies of every kind - and brings it to life on the stage with a kaleidoscope of theatrical styles, overseen by the haunting figure of Woolf herself.It premiered at the Garrick Theatre in London in November 2022, in a production directed by Michael Grandage and starring Emma Corrin in the title role.Written for a diverse ensemble of nine or more actors, this adaptation will appeal to any theatre or company looking to entertain their audiences with a bold new take on this iconic tale of love and transformation.
Review: In 'Orlando,' Emma Corrin Straddles Genders and Centuries - The New York Times
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Emma Corrin in rehearsals for West End production of Virginia Woolf's Orlando
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Virginia Woolf's Orlando: adaptation for stage – Katie's Chronicles
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