TUCA to stage ‘animal farm’ again on 26-27 Oct

The Department of Theatre at Tagore University of Creative Arts (TUCA) will stage Animal Farm, adapted from George Orwell’s novel, at the National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on 26 and 27 October. Both performances will begin at 7:00pm.

Directed by theatre director, researcher and academic Sydur Rahman Lipon, the production features a stage adaptation by Nazrul Syed.

The information was confirmed in a press release issued on Thursday and signed by Md Monirul Islam Rintu, registrar of Tagore University of Creative Arts.

Orwell’s Animal Farm is one of the most influential political allegories in world literature. Drawing on the Russian Revolution and the subsequent political developments in the Soviet Union, the novel explores power, oppression and the betrayal of revolutionary ideals.

Its portrayal of political manipulation, distortion of history and abuse of authority continues to resonate with contemporary societies.

The novel’s famous line, “All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others,” highlights how a revolution intended to establish equality can ultimately give rise to a new form of tyranny.

Speaking about the production, director Sydur Rahman Lipon said the play reflects the structures of power within society and the state.

“Animal Farm is not merely a story about animals on a farm; it reflects the structures of power within our society and the state. History has repeatedly shown us how people have fought revolutions in pursuit of freedom. Yet, in many instances, although those in power have changed, the structures of oppression have remained. Orwell’s novel confronts us with this reality,” he said.

Students from different semesters of TUCA’s Department of Theatre are performing in the production.

Shameem Ahmed and Abdur Razzak are serving as associate directors, while Abdur Razzaq is also responsible for set and props design. Mohsina Akhter has designed the costumes, Dhiman Chandra Barman the lighting, and Ashim Kumar Natta is directing the music.

Amit Chowdhury and SM Hasan Ishtiaque are responsible for choreography, while Shohayel Rahman Ujan has designed and crafted the masks.

Advance ticket booking is underway. Tickets can be reserved, and information about seating and performances obtained, by calling 01711579319. Online bookings are also available through the university’s official website at https://tuca.edu.bd/book-ticket-animal-farm/.

The production was previously staged on 4 August 2025, at the National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy as part of the July Punarjagaran Natyotsab 2025.