11 Jun 2026
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Firebrand Theatre: Ungetatable
Firebrand presents Ungetatable, inspired by Eileen O'Shaughnessy who married George Orwell. A haunting radio play of global threat, spoken by a mysterious woman seeking truth.
6:45pm ‐ 7:45pm
JRW Hogg & Thorburn Marquee
Harmony Garden and Orchard, St Mary's Road, Melrose, TD6 9LJ
Harmony Garden and Orchard, St Mary's Road, Melrose, TD6 9LJ
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Firebrand, in association with Live Borders Arts & Creativity, presents new radio play Ungetatable: George Orwell’s nickname for Barnhill, his cottage on the island of Jura. Inspired by the brilliant woman, writer and academic, Eileen O'Shaughnessy, who married Orwell and edited a significant number of his works, Ungetatable is a haunting narrative of global threat, spoken by a mysterious woman determined to discover and set down the truth - as she knows it.
Written by and featuring Ellie Zeegen as Eileen and Janet Coulson as Eve with sound design by Jason Moyes. 'A masterpiece' - Richard Demarco
Created with support from Creative Scotland, Duns PlayFest and Live Borders Arts & Creativity
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