Review - The Seagull: Accent On Youth
by Kristin Salaky
- Oct 11, 2008
While it's exceedingly doubtful that Kristin Scott Thomas' Madame Arkadina could play a 15-year-old, as she famously claims in Anton Chekhov's The Seagull, a 25-year-old may not exactly be out of her range. With a whimsical eccentricity, sprightly manner and a knockout figure, this centerpiece of Ian Rickson's Royal Court production - visiting the Walter Kerr with a mixed cast of Brits and Yanks - is the most youthful presence on stage. And unlike many fine actresses who have played the role looking much older than the character's stated 43 years, her Arkadina is not a faded stage star looking foolish as she clings to a long-lost youth, but the hot mom of a 25-year-old who has little intention of aging into an adult.
Michael Cerveris 'Gabs' About HEDDA GABLER
by Eddie Varley
- Jan 24, 2009
The works of Henrik Ibsen provide unique challenges for modern theater companies. This may be because of the complexities of his characters or the difficulties of getting an appealing translation of the playwright's original Norwegian prose. Happily the Roundabout Theater has faced both of these challenges and is currently presenting a compelling production of HEDDA GABLER at their elegant American Airlines Theater. Audiences realize they are about to witness something special when they see Hildegard Bechtler's atmospheric set bathed in the subtle and effective lighting of Natasha Katz. However, it is when Michael Cerveris makes his initial entrance that the audience realizes what an exceptional evening this HEDDA GABLER will be. Playing the intellectual writer Jorgen Tesman, Cerveris eschews a dour portrayal of an academic in favor of a character who is robust and certainly in love with his new bride, Hedda, who is stunningly portrayed in this version by Mary-Louise Parker. Cerveris' personal energy is immediately sensed by the audience and throughout the performance they could be detected sitting up or leaning forward whenever he was on stage. It is a masterful performance in every way and is met point-for-point by Ms. Parker. When these two actors are together on stage, the electricity is almost palpable.
Parker, Cerveris, Sparks & Stormare to Star in HEDDA GABLER; Begins Jan. 09
by BWW News Desk
- Jan 6, 2009
Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) has announced that Tony® award winner Mary-Louise Parker (Hedda Gabler), Tony® award winner Michael Cerveris (Jorgen Tesman), Paul Sparks (Ejlert Lovborg) and Peter Stormare (Judge Brack) in a new Broadway production of Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen. The production features a new adaptation by Christopher Shinn and will be directed by Ian Rickson.
THE SEAGULL Recoups on Broadway
by Robert Diamond
- Dec 8, 2008
The Royal Court Theatre's critically acclaimed production of Anton Chekhov's THE SEAGULL has fully recouped its capitalization costs, officially entering the hit column. THE SEAGULL, in a new version by Christopher Hampton and directed by Ian Rickson, is now in its final two weeks, concluding its limited engagement as scheduled on Sunday, December 21 at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street).
THE SEAGULL'S Carey Mulligan Appears On NY1 11/29, 11/30
by Robert Diamond
- Dec 1, 2008
Carey Mulligan, who stars as Nina in the Royal Court Theatre's critically-acclaimed production of Anton Chekhov's The Seagull, will be interviewed this weekend on NY 1 'On Stage.' 'On Stage' airs Saturday, November 29 and Sunday, November 30 from 9:30 AM-10:00 AM, and again from 7:30 PM-8:00 PM. It also airs Monday, December 1 from 9:30 PM-10:00 PM and Tuesday, December 2 from 12:30 AM-1:00 AM.
Parker, Cerveris, Sparks & Stormare to Star in HEDDA GABLER; Begins Jan. 09
by Robert Diamond
- Nov 12, 2008
Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) has announced that Tony® award winner Mary-Louise Parker (Hedda Gabler), Tony® award winner Michael Cerveris (Jorgen Tesman), Paul Sparks (Ejlert Lovborg) and Peter Stormare (Judge Brack) in a new Broadway production of Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen. The production features a new adaptation by Christopher Shinn and will be directed by Ian Rickson.
TV: Broadway Beat Sneak Peek at The Seagull's Opening
by Craig Brockman
- Oct 5, 2008
Anton Chekhov's The Seagull, in a new version by Christopher Hampton and directed by Ian Rickson, opened last night, October 2nd at the Walter Kerr Theatre. BroadwayWorld is excited to bring you a 'sneak peek' of the upcoming Broadway Beat episode featuring The Seagull's Opening Night festivities.
Photo Coverage: Opening Night on Broadway for 'The Seagull'
by Walter McBride
- Oct 3, 2008
The Seagull, in a new version by Christopher Hampton and directed by Ian Rickson, opened on Broadway last night, Thursday October 2nd at the Walter Kerr Theatre. The production, starring Kristin Scott Thomas and Peter Sarsgaard plays a limited 14-week engagement through Sunday, December 21st.
'The Seagull' Opens on Broadway Tonight, 10/2
by Eddie Varley
- Oct 2, 2008
THE SEAGULL, in a new version by Christopher Hampton and directed by Ian Rickson, has it's official Broadway opening tonight, October 2nd at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street). The production plays a limited 14-week engagement through Sunday, December 21st.
Photo Flash: THE SEAGULL on Broadway
by Robert Diamond
- Sep 22, 2008
The Royal Court Theatre production of Anton Chekhov's The Seagull, in a new version by Christopher Hampton and directed by Ian Rickson, is now in previews at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street). Opening night is Thursday, October 2. The production plays a 14-week limited engagement through Sunday, December 21.
Photo Flash: Additional Photos of The Seagull, Now in Previews at Walter Kerr Theatre
by Jordan Westfall
- Sep 22, 2008
The Royal Court Theatre production of Anton Chekhov's THE SEAGULL, in a new version by Christopher Hampton and directed by Ian Rickson, begins previews tomorrow night, Tuesday, September 16 at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street). Opening night is Thursday, October 2. The production plays a 14-week limited engagement through Sunday, December 21.
'The Seagull' Begins Previews Tonight, 9/16
by Faetra Petillo
- Sep 17, 2008
THE SEAGULL, in a new version by Christopher Hampton and directed by Ian Rickson, begins previews tonight, September 16 at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street). The production plays a limited 14-week engagement through Sunday, December 21.
Tickets for 'The Seagull' at Walter Kerr Theatre Go On Sale 8/25
by Faetra Petillo
- Aug 20, 2008
The complete company of the Royal Court Theatre's critically acclaimed production of Anton Chekhov's THE SEAGULL, in a new version by Christopher Hampton, will begin rehearsals on Monday, August 25 in London, under the direction of Ian Rickson.
Tickets On Sale Tomorrow, 7/26 For Broadway Production of 'The Seagull'
by Faetra Petillo
- Jul 25, 2008
THE SEAGULL, featuring a new version by Christopher Hampton and directed by Ian Rickson, opens Wednesday, October 1 at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street). Previews will begin Tuesday, September 16. The production will play a strictly limited engagement of 14 weeks through December 21.
Seagull Tickets On Sale To AMEX Cardholders
by BWW News Desk
- Jul 11, 2008
The critically acclaimed Royal Court Theatre production of Anton Chekhov's THE SEAGULL is now on sale exclusively to American Express cardholders. Now through July 25, AMEX cardholders can order tickets to the production.
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