1984

The story

Inspired by one of the twentieth century's greatest novels, composer Lorin Maazel evokes Orwell's totalitarian nightmare, where "Big Brother" is always watching, and those guilty of "thoughtcrime" are condemned to face their worst fears in the infamous "Room 101". Filmed during world premiere performances of Robert Lepage's spectacular and psychologically gripping Royal Opera production and conducted by the composer, an international cast brings George Orwell's dark vision to shattering operatic life.

Cast & crew

Simon KeenlysideWinston Smith

Nancy Gustafson

Nancy GustafsonJulia

Richard Margison

Richard MargisonO'Brien

Diana DamrauGym Instructress / Drunken Woman

Graeme Danby

Graeme DanbyCharrington

Mary Lloyd-Davis

Mary Lloyd-DavisProle Woman

Johnnie Fiori

Johnnie FioriCafé Singer

Jeremy IronsTelevision Voice

Orchestra of the Royal Opera House

Orchestra of the Royal Opera HouseCast