Off-Broadway's solo Vanya, starring screen and stage star Andrew Scott, has recouped its initial investment with a completely sold-out run. Playing the Lucille Lortel Theatre, the extended production is scheduled to continue through May 11.
Transferring from London's West End, where it won an Olivier Award, the revival features Scott reprising his performance in Simon Stephens' solo adaptation of the Chekhov classic. Scott, who was Olivier-nominated for his work, takes on every role in the Chekhov play, about a family beset by secrets, illicit love interests, and deep divides over their burdensome estate. Scott and Stephens previously collaborated on Sea Wall and Birdland following the short film The Hope Rooms. Read what critics had to say here.
Sam Yates is reprising his direction, alongside designer Rosanna Vize.
鈥淚 love this masterpiece of a play," said Scott in an earlier statement. "I love these heartbreaking, hilarious, sexy, characters. I love my colleagues with whom I made this show. I love New York. So, I couldn鈥檛 be more thrilled to bring Vanya to the audiences at the Lortel Theatre. See you then!鈥�
鈥淲e are absolutely thrilled to bring Vanya to New York next spring with the incomparable Andrew Scott making his highly anticipated return to the New York stage,鈥� added Benjamin Lowy and Emily Vaughan-Barratt of producer Wessex Grove. 鈥淭his production is not just a reimagining of a classic, but a deeply personal and intimate exploration of the human spirit, helmed by one of the finest actors of his generation. Andrew, Simon, Sam, and Rosie have created something so deeply theatrical that is profound, funny, and heartbreaking in equal measure. We had a wonderful time creating this show in London last year, and we are delighted we will be able to share this show with new audiences in New York.鈥�
The creative team also includes lighting designer James Farncombe, sound designer Dan Balfour, video designer Jack Phelan, movement director Michela Meazza, composer Kelly Moran, and costume designer Natalie Pryce. Wessex Grove, Gavin Kalin Productions, and Kater Gordon are again producing.
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Andrew Scott in Vanya
Andrew Scott
Andrew Scott
