Taking the nation's theatres by storm, Helpmann Award-winning director Simon Stone makes his long-awaited MTC debut with a unique adaptation of one of Chekhov's most magical and tender plays. Starring Pamela Rabe, this boldly original Australian interpretation of the Chekhov classic is not to be missed.
Duration: 2:22
The following reviews include valuable observations of Chekhov's style and themes:
The following resources describe what life was like living under a Tsar (king) and an unequal social structure in the 19th and early 20th century Russia:
A collection of videos showcasing the National Theatre's 2011 London production of The Cherry Orchard. Note the director's discussion of the play's political themes in the first video below.