The Avenue Theatre in Sittingbourne, Kent, is set to host a local production of George Orwell’s 1984 for three performances from 19–21 February 2026. The staging gives residents the opportunity to see a serious drama in their own town, reducing the need for some to travel to larger cities such as London or Canterbury for similar political theatre.
The play is being performed by the venue’s resident group, Avenue Theatre Productions. The show will run for three performances, starting with an evening performance on Thursday 19 February 2026 at 7.30pm.
Additional performances will take place on Friday 20 February 2026 at 7.30pm, with a final afternoon show on Saturday 21 February 2026 at 2.30pm. This production follows the group’s recent work on the play ‘A’ is for Arsenic.
Located on Central Avenue, the 88-seat venue has been a central part of the local community since 1989. The theatre is run by a registered charity (No. 1148930) and, apart from one employee, is managed largely by a team of local volunteers; the auditorium also operates a licensed on-site bar.
This staging of the classic story is positioned as a thought‑provoking experience for local residents and students who may be studying the book. Tickets may be booked online via the venue’s events page or at the box office during listed opening hours.
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