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Andrew Scott Will Reprise Role in VANYA Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2024

Olivier Award®-winning actor Andrew Scott will reprise his wildly acclaimed performance in Vanya, a radical new adaptation of Chekhov’s masterwork, Uncle Vanya, which Mr. Scott co-created with adaptor Simon Stephens, designer Rosanna Vize and director Sam Yates, in its American Premiere.
Daisy Ridley Will Narrate New World Symphony's Performance of FROM THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2024

The New World Symphony (NWS), America’s Orchestral Academy, announced that actress Daisy Ridley will narrate the season-opening performance of From the Diary of Anne Frank, composed by NWS Co-Founder and Artistic Director Laureate Michael Tilson Thomas, and led by Artistic Director Stéphane Denève at New World Center.
PEOPLE, PLACES, & THINGS and VANYA To Launch on NT at Home With Streaming Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2024

On 19 September, audiences worldwide can stream the critically acclaimed productions People, Places & Things with Denise Gough (Angels in America), and VANYA with Andrew Scott (All of us Strangers, Fleabag) on National Theatre at Home.
National Theatre Live Will Release DEAR ENGLAND and VANYA to UK and Ireland Cinemas
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 11, 2023

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
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2023

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
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2023

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 Roundup: Andrew Scott Stars in Sam Yates' VANYA. What Did the Critics Think?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 22, 2023

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?
Review: VANYA, Duke Of York's Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Sep 22, 2023

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
by Alexander Cohen - Sep 6, 2023

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.
Under 30s Lottery Launched For VANYA at the Duke of York's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2023

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
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jul 27, 2023

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!
by - Jun 9, 2023

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
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2023

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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2022

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
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 16, 2022

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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2022

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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 8, 2022

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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2022

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
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2022

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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2022

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!

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