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[Broadway, 2009]
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National Theatre Live Will Release DEAR ENGLAND and VANYA to UK and Ireland Cinemas


The National Theatre will release two new National Theatre Live productions to audiences in cinemas across the UK and Ireland this winter. Following sold-out runs, Dear England and VANYA will be new to NT Live, alongside the re-release of Olivier-award winning production, Skylight. 

VANYA at Duke of York's Theatre Adds Additional Performances


The critically acclaimed sell-out run of Chekhov’s VANYA with Andrew Scott, adapted by Simon Stephens, directed by Sam Yates and designed by Rosanna Vize, will add two additional performances to the run at the Duke of York’s Theatre due to public demand. Find out how to get tickets here!

Victoria Blunt Will Perform Additional VANYA Performance in October


Victoria Blunt will perform a public understudy performance of Chekhov’s VANYA adapted by Simon Stephens at the Duke of York’s Theatre on 6 October at 3pm. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!

Review: VANYA, Duke Of York's Theatre


There are vanity projects, and then there are Vanity Projects. This is a Vanyaty Project of exquisite substance that reconfirms Andrew Scott is one of the finest performers of his generation. A production years in the making, Simon Stephens’s one-man adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s human tragedy Uncle Vanya has landed in the West End in the safe hands of Scott.

Interview: 'Creating This Work Has Forced Me to Completely Rethink Directing For The Stage': Director Sam Yates on Embracing New Dimensions in VANYA


BroadwayWorld caught up with Sam Yates as he prepared to take the show to the West End to discuss the enduring appeal of Chekhov, having to rethink his method of directing and the joy of reuniting with Andrew Scott.

Review Roundup: Andrew Scott Stars in Sam Yates' VANYA. What Did the Critics Think?


This production explores the kaleidoscope of human emotions, harnessing the power of the intimate bond between actor and audience to delve deeper into the human psyche.So what did the critics think?

Under 30s Lottery Launched For VANYA at the Duke of York's Theatre


The under 30s ticket lottery has been announced for Vanya at Duke of York’s Theatre. Patrons can enter to be in with a chance to purchase £10 tickets for the first West End performance of Vanya on 15 September 2023.

Exclusive: Now On Sale: VANYA, Starring Andrew Scott


Tickets From £119.00 for Vanya, starring Andrew Scott

Wake Up With BWW 6/9: Tony Awards Performances, Ellie Kemper in PETER PAN GOES WRONG, and More!


Top stories: Find out who's performing on The Tony Awards, Ellie Kemper will join Peter Pan Goes Wrong as a special guest star this month, and more!

Andrew Scott Returns to the West End With VANYA, Playing Every Role


Andrew Scott will return to the West End with VANYA, in a brand new adaptation of Chekhov's masterpiece by Simon Stephens, and directed by Sam Yates.

THE BANDAGED PLACE Enters Final Three Weeks of Performances at Roundabout Underground


Roundabout Theatre Company will conclude the world premiere of the bandaged place by Harrison David Rivers, directed by David Mendizábal on Sunday, December 18.

Photos: Roundabout Underground Celebrates Opening Night of THE BANDAGED PLACE


Roundabout Theatre Company just celebrated the 15th anniversary of Roundabout Underground with the world premiere of the bandaged place by Harrison David Rivers, directed by David Mendizábal. BroadwayWorld was there for opening night and you can check out photos from the festivities.

World Premiere of Roundabout Underground's THE BANDAGED PLACE Opens Tomorrow


Roundabout Theatre Company will celebrate the 15th anniversary of Roundabout Underground with the world premiere of the bandaged place by Harrison David Rivers, directed by David Mendizábal.

Photos: First Look at THE BANDAGED PLACE Roundabout Underground World Premiere


The Roundabout Underground world premiere of the bandaged place by Harrison David Rivers, directed by David Mendizábal, is now in previews, and opens officially on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at the Black Box Theatre in the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre. Get a first look at photos here!

THE BANDAGED PLACE World Premiere Begins Previews Tonight at Roundabout Underground


Roundabout Theatre Company is presenting the Roundabout Underground world premiere of the bandaged place by Harrison David Rivers, directed by David Mendizábal. the bandaged place begins preview performances Thursday, October 20, 2022, and opens officially on Tuesday, November 15, 2022.

The Finborough Theatre Appoints its First Development Director


The Finborough Theatre has appointed Milla Jackson as its first-ever Development Director.

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for THE BANDAGED PLACE World Premiere at Roundabout Theatre Company


the bandaged place begins preview performances on Friday, October 20, 2022, and opens officially on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at the Black Box Theatre in the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre. Check out rehearsal photos here!

Wake Up With BWW 8/4: Madonna Visits MJ, New Song From 13 THE MUSICAL, and More!


Top stories include a look inside rehearsal for A Little Night Music at Barrington Stage, starring Emily Skinner, Jason Danieley, Sierra Boggess, and Mary Beth Piel! Plus, Madonna visits MJ, hear a new song from Netflix's 13 film, and more!

Stephanie Berry, Anthony Lee Medina & More to Star in THE BANDAGED PLACE Roundabout Underground World Premiere


The cast has been announced for the Roundabout Underground world premiere of the bandaged place by Harrison David Rivers. The cast includes Stephanie Berry as “Geraldine Irby,” Jake Ryan Lozano as “Sam Yates,” Sasha Camille Manuel as “Ella Irby,” Anthony Lee Medina as “Ruben Torres,” Jhardon Dishon Milton as “Jonah Irby.”

DREGG & City Morgue Share New Single 'Context'


Australian heavy band DREGG are back with new single “Context,” a collaboration with NYC rap duo City Morgue (SosMula and ZillaKami). The pair’s delivery seamlessly intensifies Dregg’s signature cocktail of heavy guitar riffs, thunderous bass lines and snarling vocals. The music video by Neck Up Collective features a surreal animated world.

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