On a crumbling country estate, Uncle Vanya and his niece Sonya work tirelessly to preserve their family’s privileges. Visited only by the local doctor Astrov, it’s a lonely, mundane existence. That is until the sudden arrival of Sonya’s father Professor Serebryakov and his alluring new wife Yelena awakens long-repressed emotions with devastating consequences.
Celebrated Australian playwright Joanna Murray-Smith breathes new life into Chekhov’s tragicomedy unveiling a hotbed of disillusionment and all-consuming unrequited love.
2hrs (incl. interval)
July 26th, 2024
August 31st, 2024
Recommended for ages 14+
Just a hop, skip and a jump north of the bridge from the CBD, Ensemble Theatre is situated in a heritage-listed boatshed on the water in Kirribilli.
TRAIN The next stop north after Wynyard Station, take the train to Milsons Point station, exit at Ennis Rd and it’s just a 5 minute walk down Willoughby Street.
FERRY The most scenic way to travel, treat yourself and jump on a ferry from Circular Quay to Milsons Point (a 10 – 15 minute walk) or Kirribilli Wharf (also, a 10 – 15 minute walk).
CAR There’s free (but time-limited) street parking all around the theatre. Please allow ample time to park before your performance or booking at Bayly’s Bistro.
“[Murray-Smith is] one of our wittiest writers for the stage" - The Sydney Morning Herald
"Chekhov's greatest play... it confronts personal failure unflinchingly" - The Guardian
“Murray-Smith has Oscar Wilde's gift for one-liners" - Daily Mail
Playwright: Anton Chekhov
Adaptation: Joanna Murray-Smith
Director: Mark Kilmurry
Set & Costume Designer: Nick Fry
Lighting Designer: Matt Cox
Composer and Sound Designer: Steve Francis
Stage Manager: Lauren Tulloh
Cast: Chantelle Jamieson, David Lynch, Yalin Ozucelik, Nicholas Papademetriou and Tim Walter
UNCLE VANYA runs for 2hrs (incl. interval).
UNCLE VANYA is at the Ensemble Theatre, which is located in Kirribilli, NSW, Australia, 2061.
UNCLE VANYA tickets start at $83.
Recommended for ages 14+
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