STANLEY Kubrick's cult telling of Anthony Burgess's book has ensured that 'A Clockwork Orange' will retain an important place in the archives of British literature and film.
At Milford Haven's Torch Theatre next month, SNAP Theatre Company presents a chilling new interpretation of Burgess's novel - bending the story once again and bringing it bang up-to-date, with an all-female cast.
The critically acclaimed Snap Theatre Company visited the Torch in March 2001 with 'Sons and Lovers' and last year with 'My Beautiful Laundrette' - productions acclaimed for their theatrical dynamism and appeal to young people. 'A Clockwork Orange' is new, sexy and will appeal beyond the realms of ordinary theatre with a lyrical and exhaustingly physical performance, accompanied by subliminal video images, a highly original set and a deep throbbing mix of classical and garage music.
For the few that are unaware of 'A Clockwork Orange', be prepared for a mind-bending, soul-searching journey through the depths of a shadowy society where anything goes. Seen through the eyes of a young rebellious street gang and its charismatic leader, Alex, the story is a spiral of excess, violence and crime, with one chance standing out from the haze, a chance to change forever, a chance to escape. The choice for Alex is clear, only temptation stands in the way.
Dianne Hancock as director has provided the British public with a new insight into violence, and its effects upon society. With street violence ever present, and disturbingly vicious female attacks on the increase, the production is as Burgess intended all those years ago - a jilted premonition of the future, but nevertheless a stylish, original and endlessly witty piece of theatre.
The production, which hits the Torch stage on Wednesday, March 19, at 7.30 pm, contains scenes which some may find disturbing, and is not suitable for under 15s.
Tickets, priced £8 (£6 discounts) are available from the Box Office, tel: 01646 695267.