Chekhov in Shorts at Long Beach Shakespeare Company
Dates: 8/30/2024 - 9/20/2024
📍 Theatre: Long Beach Shakespeare Company
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Chekhov in Shorts brings the comedic genius of Anton Chekhov to life through two one-act plays and a cleverly woven short story. Directed and adapted by Diane Benedict, the show features characters such as Popova, played by Holly Leveque, and Smirnov, portrayed by Jonah Goger, as they navigate themes of love and conflict. In "The Bet," represented by Zion Aguilar and Larry J. Lacey, a wager about the merits of life in prison versus execution tests the boundaries of morality. This engaging production showcases the wit and depth of Chekhov's storytelling in a modern context.
Cast and Creative Team for Chekhov in Shorts at Long Beach Shakespeare Company
Cast
Zion Aguilar
Banker
Larry J. Lacey
Lawyer
Holly Leveque
Popova
Jonah Goger
Smirnov
Chris Girt
Luka
Chris Girt
Chubukov
Celeste Marvin-Strong
Natalya
Jonah Goger
Lomov
Creative Team
Diane Benedict
Director
Diane Benedict
Original translation and adaptation
Holly Leveque
Producer
News About Chekhov in Shorts at Long Beach Shakespeare Company
The Long Beach Shakespeare Company To Present CHEKHOV IN SHORTS that opens FRIDAY!
August 26, 2024 Experience a trio of Anton Chekhov's stories at the Long Beach Shakespeare Company. The vaudeville production includes 'The Bear,' 'The Marriage Proposal,' and 'The Bet,' running on select dates from August 30th to September 20th.About the Theatre
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Poetry Series: Part II Sonnets and Readings (10/04/24-10/06/24)
The Comedy of Errors (08/26/24-08/03/24)
The Infinity Show (10/05/24-10/05/24)
Shakespeare on the Darkside (10/05/24-10/06/24)
Poetry Series: Part II Sonnets and Readings (10/04/24-10/06/24)
The Comedy of Errors (08/26/24-08/03/24)
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