Vanya at Sydney Theatre Company tickets
About Vanya
AUSTRALIAN PREMIERE
Eryn Jean Norvill (the originating star of The Picture of Dorian Gray) returns to Sydney Theatre Company in an Olivier Award-winning adaptation of Chekhov's 1898 tragicomedy, written by Simon Stephens (The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time) to be performed by a single actor.
Vanya manages the country estate of Alexander, an acclaimed film director with a beautiful younger wife, Helena. Alexander's daughter Sonia holds a candle for local doctor Michael, but the good doctor loves Helena, and so does Vanya. What follows is the familiar story but with a modern twist – and a healthy sense of mischief amid the pathos.
Hailed as "one of the most gifted actors of her generation" (The Guardian), Norvill again displays all her virtuoso talent and versatility playing each member of this troubled household – characters whose inability to reach one another is made all the more potent by the actor's aloneness.
Norvill is matched by one of Australia's greatest stage directors, Marion Potts (Doubt: A Parable), who infuses this classic tale of love, loss and yearning with just the right mix of tragedy and comedy, finding "a new way of seeing into the heart of its beauty" (The New York Times).
Run time
1hr 45min. No Interval.
Categories
Start date
16th October, 2027
End date
5th December, 2027
Venue
Wharf 1 Theatre - Walsh Bay Arts Precinct
Accessibility
Wharf 1 Theatre is on Level 2 of The Wharf. Level access is available via the lift at the end of The Wharf, providing the most direct route from ground level to the theatre. Door 3 offers direct level access for patrons seated in A Row by request. Please contact the Sydney Theatre Company Box Office at least 24 hours in advance on (02) 9250 1777 or boxoffice@sydneytheatre.com.au.
Directions
BY BUS: Bus routes 324 and 325 stop directly outside The Wharf Theatres.
BY METRO: The new Barangaroo Metro station has made it easier than ever, and is just an 8-minute walk from the Wharf Theatres.
BY TRAIN OR FERRY: The Wharf Theatres are a brisk 15 minute walk from both Circular Quay and Wynyard stations.
BY CAR: Limited on-street parking is available outside The Wharf and Roslyn Packer Theatre on Hickson Road. Make sure you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the performance starting time as it can take more than 10 minutes to park, get to the theatre and be seated in time.
More information about Vanya
"Funny, sexy and surprisingly emotional" – The Independent
By: Simon Stephens
Co-created by: Simon Stephens, Andrew Scott and Sam Yates
After: Anton Chekhov's Uncle Vanya
Co-Directed by: Marion Potts and Eryn Jean Norvill
With: Eryn Jean Norvill
Frequently asked questions
What is the running time of Vanya?
Vanya runs for 1hr 45min. No Interval.
Which theatre is Vanya at?
Vanya is at Walsh Bay's Wharf 1 Theatre - Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, which is located at Wharf 4/5, 15 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay, 2000.
How do you get tickets for Vanya?
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How long is Vanya on for?
Tickets for Vanya are available through 5 December 2027 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
Is Vanya accessible?
Wharf 1 Theatre is on Level 2 of The Wharf. Level access is available via the lift at the end of The Wharf, providing the most direct route from ground level to the theatre. Door 3 offers direct level access for patrons seated in A Row by request. Please contact the Sydney Theatre Company Box Office at least 24 hours in advance on (02) 9250 1777 or boxoffice@sydneytheatre.com.au.
