1984

The Rock Opera

A CONTEMPORIZED ADAPTATION OF GEORGE ORWELL'S CLASSIC "1984"


Book, Music & Lyrics by C. L. Bannon

Winston

Julia

O'Brien

Thought Police Officer

I first read George Orwell's, "1984" while a student at NYU. It had a profound impact on me.  And in these foreboding times, I fear its relevance has eerily re-emerged.  The great work is not just a classic but a recognized brand embraced around the world, from generation to generation, with its many words and phrases having been forever woven into our political lexicon.  Such a powerful story needed a powerful score!  The fusion of Rock Opera and the angst filled colors of Rap Rock seemed the perfect formula.  Think Jesus Christ Superstar meets Linkin Park.


"Who controls the Past, controls the Future.

Who controls the Present controls the Past."