7 / 10
Carell’s presence will no doubt invite fans of The Office and his other works to the theater, and they won’t be disappointed: he certainly earns his laughs as Vanya buries his pain, pokes fun at his companions, chases after a lost love. Though the bitterness boiling beneath the piece may catch them off guard, Neugebauer and Schreck have crafted an especially accessible adaptation, for better or worse. B–
6 / 10
Unlike the characters who mention being bored at least a dozen times, the staging by director Lila Neugebauer (Appropriate) isn’t dull. It seems particularly bent on tickling out humorous textures right up until the very end. Still, one wishes the revival added up to a more cohesive and persuasive experience.
William Jackson Harper stopped by GMA3 on Friday to talk about his role as Astrov in Uncle Vanya, for which he just received his first Tony nomination. Harper has an extensive background in theater, previously appearing on Broadway in the Tony Award-winning play All The Way. Watch the interview now!
In this video, Tony nominee William Jackson Harper chats about his shock to be in such company, why his Uncle Vanya cast means so much to him, and so much more.
On Tuesday, Steve Carell, who is currently starring in Uncle Vanya on Broadway, stopped by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to discuss his involvement and role in the new production of the classic Anton Chekov play. Though Carell is making his Broadway debut in this play, this has been a longtime goal for the actor and comedian. Watch the interview!
In a new interview, actor Alfred Molina breaks down his career from his onscreen appearances in films like Spider-Man 2 to his role as Alexander Serebryakov in Uncle Vanya, which is currently running on Broadway. He discussed what drew him to the project, his co-stars, and his approach to the material. Watch the video here!
In this video, watch as the cast and creative team of Uncle Vanya celebrate their big opening night at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre.
The Lincoln Center Theater production of Anton Chekhov’s UNCLE VANYA, with a new version by Heidi Schreck and directed by Lila Neugebauer, just celebrated its opening night at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Check out photos from inside the big night!
Academy Award-winner Steve Carell makes his Broadway debut in Anton Chekhov’s UNCLE VANYA now playing at The Lincoln Center Theater. Read the reviews!
Get a first look at footage of Uncle Vanya at Lincoln Center Theater starring Steve Carell, William Jackson Harper and more.
Get a first look at photos of Uncle Vanya at Lincoln Center Theater. See pictures of the starry cast led by Steve Carell, and learn how to purchase tickets.
On Tuesday, actress Anika Noni Rose joined the Today Show to discuss her role in Uncle Vanya and her upcoming children's book featuring fan-favorite character, Tiana. Rose is currently staring as Yelena in Uncle Vanya and believes that it speaks to the present moment, particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch the video here!
Lincoln Center Theater's production of Anton Chekhov’s classic UNCLE VANYA, featuring a new version by Heidi Schreck, directed by Lila Neugebauer, will delay its first preview. Learn more about the production.
Uncle Vayna is back this season courtesy of Lincoln Center Theater. This version of the play features a new translation by Heidi Schreck and is directed by Lila Neugebauer. Meet the cast of Uncle Vanya here!
Lincoln Center Theater will launch an online ticket lottery for its production of Anton Chekhov’s classic UNCLE VANYA, beginning with its first preview on Tuesday, April 2 at 8pm at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Find out how to enter the lottery for Uncle Vanya here!
In this video, watch as the full cast and creative team, including Steve Carell, Alison Pill and more tell us all about what this Uncle Vanya will bring to Broadway audiences.
120 years after the esteemed playwright's death and 24 years since it was last seen on Broadway, Uncle Vayna is back this season courtesy of Lincoln Center Theater. Check out photos of the cast in rehearsal here!
Tickets will go on sale today at 12pm ET for Lincoln Center Theater's upcoming production of Anton Chekhov’s classic UNCLE VANYA. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Steve Carell is headed to Broadway! The actor, best known for starring in the television series The Office, will make his Broadway debut in Lincoln Center Theater's upcoming production of Anton Chekhov’s classic UNCLE VANYA. Find out more information about the production here!
Digital Lottery:
Price: $48
Where: http://LCTlottery.com.
When: Beginning at 12:01am EST the day before the performance.
Limit: Two per customer
Information: Winners will be chosen at random at 10:00am and at 3:00pm the day before the performance.
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| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
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| 2024 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Performance in a Play | Marin Ireland |
| 2024 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Lighting Design of a Play | Stacey Derosier |
| 2024 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Revival of a Musical | Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club |
| 2024 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Revival of a Play | Uncle Vanya |
| 2024 | Drama League Awards | Distinguished Performance | Steve Carell |
| 2024 | Drama League Awards | Distinguished Performance | Willam Jackson Harper |
| 2024 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Direction of a Play | Lila Neugebauer |
| 2024 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Revival of a Play | Uncle Vanya |
| 2024 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play | William Jackson Harper |
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