Of Mice and Men

 “I got you, and we got each other”

George and Lennie are migrants with a dream; a dream of a better life, a place where they can belong, where Lennie feels safe and George can be somebody. But this is the Great Depression, not many dreams come true in a time where a few have plenty but most have nothing. When the friends take a job on Curly’s farm, tragedy unfolds leading to a heart-breaking decision.

John Steinbeck’s classic novel is more than 80 years old, but with themes of economic migration, racism, prejudice and exclusion it remains a parable for our times.

A story of enduring friendship, this new production from Rep Associate Director and Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony Director, Iqbal Khan, puts a 2023 lens on Steinbeck’s affecting tale of the crumbling American dream.  His recent Rep productions include East is East and Tartuffe.

★★★★★ "Magnificent revival of culture-clash classic" The Guardian on East is East

There will be a Post-Show Discussion with members of the Company on Thursday 4 May. (Please note this can be subject to change due to technical requirements of the show).

Age recommendation: 13+

Please note this production contains sensitive content, including themes of social exclusion based on race, disability and gender. Plus some strong and offensive language. Animals in the play are created using puppets.