George Orwell's Coming Up For Air - exclusive Edinburgh preview - ONE NIGHT ONLY
As the world stands on the brink of war, one man goes in search of his past.
A gripping new adaptation of George Orwell's classic 1939 novel about an insurance salesman who flees suburbia for the countryside of his childhood. Comedian and actor Hal Cruttenden stars. Abridged by Dominic Cavendish - theatre critic for the Daily Telegraph.
+ Hal Cruttenden: 'Climb Every Molehill'
"A circuit god" (Time Out) and former Perrier Nominee previews his latest Edinburgh show. TV appearances & writing credits include ‘The Omid Djalili Show' (BBC1), ‘Just For Laughs Gala' (CBC), ‘Annually Retentive' (BBC3), ‘The World Stands Up' and ‘Comedy Store' (Paramount).
"Had the crowd roaring." Hollywood Reporter.
"Hugely talented" The Times
"An unqualified delight" Scotsman
Director: Gene David Kirk
Associate Director: Steve Harper
Sound and Lighting Design: Phil Hewitt
Time: 8pm
Tickets: £10 for double bill
'Coming Up For Air' in Edinburgh:
Supper Room at the Assembly Rooms, George Street
31st July -24 Aug (except Mon 11th)
www.assemblyfestival.com
