What to expect from this workshop?
A literary workshop in 7 sessions to compare “1984“ by George Orwell to “Julia” by Sandra Newman. Through a feminist reading, we’ll explore Julia’s (Oceania’s quiet rebel) forgotten voice, and we’ll rediscover the power of the female narration.
We’ll cover:
- The original text’s implicit sexism
- Julia’s new role as the protagonist
- Themes of power, intimacy, resistance
- Connections with current political and social themes: control, surveillance, identity, body, dissent
This workshop is for you if...
- …you’ve always wondered what Julia really thought
- …you want to read or re-read “1984” with a different perspective and a new awareness
- …you care about the link between literature and power
- …you’re looking for a safe space to discuss themes such as gender, control and freedom
- …you’re a teacher, a student, a reader, or just a curious soul
What will you gain by the end of the workshop?
You’ll have access to:
- A deep dive into “1984” and “Julia”
- A feminist perspective on themes such as power, body, love, and freedom
- Chances to write and reflect
- A safe, open space to share your thoughts
- Supporting materials to analyze the texts
What's the structure of the workshop?
The workshop is organized in 7 sessions, each regarding a specific theme.
| Sessione | Titolo | Temi principali |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welcome to Oceania | Introduction, context of the novels |
| 2 | Where we're coming from | Origin stories, family relations |
| 3 | Peers and Proles | Social hierarchy, peer relations |
| 4 | Love is betrayal | Love, relationships and betrayal |
| 5 | Womb service | Women's bodies and lives at the service of the Party |
| 6 | Politics and torture | Political logic, power, torture |
| 7 | Ratting out | From Room 101 to the end and beyond |
During the workshop you’ll access:
- Supporting materials for each session
- Creative writing prompts and reflection prompts
- Option to hand in your writing tasks: you’ll get personalized feedback and corrections!
When do we start?
Any time! Are you ready to start your journey to Oceania? Just choose the price that works for you, and you can start today.
Format
- Asynchronous sessions on Notion
- Downloadable materials with customized feedback on your writing prompts
How much does it cost?
The workshop offers a sliding scale pricing model: you can decide how much you can pay for it, and still get all the perks and materials at any price level, starting at just $10 per session!
Join the narrative Resistance!
In a world that struggles to let women’s voices be heard, Julia and Winston – A 1984 story is more than a workshop: it’s your sign to re-read, rewrite, resist.
If you feel like literature can be a tool to raise awareness and jumpstart change, this workshop is for you.
