GNS Presents: War of the Worlds

The Glenlyon Norfolk School Theatre Company is excited to present a captivating reimagining of H.G. Wells' classic tale, "The War of the Worlds," adapted for the stage by Isley Lynn. Set against the backdrop of the 2016 US election, this innovative production draws inspiration from both Wells' original novel and Orson Welles' infamous 1938 radio broadcast. By cleverly paralleling the Martian invasion narrative with contemporary concerns about fake news and alternative facts, the play explores how the spread of misinformation in the digital age echoes the panic and confusion depicted in Wells' classic tale. This thrilling production blends traditional stagecraft with modern multimedia elements to examine how media shapes public perception and blurs the lines between fact and fiction.

Join us at Denford Hall from November 27 to November 30, 2024, for this thought-provoking theatrical experience that invites audiences to reflect on the nature of truth and the power of narrative in today's media landscape.