IN ‘N’ OUT OF CHEKHOV’S SHORTS
Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, Fri 20 Sept; The Riverfront, Newport, Thurs 26 Sept; Taliesin Arts Centre, Swansea, Thurs 17 Oct
Russian writer Anton Chekov, one of the most well-renowned writers of the late 19th and early 20th century, is famed for both his plays and short stories. Come Autumn 2019, In ‘N’ Out Of Chekhov’s Shorts, by Dragonboy Productions, will bring a collection of his short story works to life for a modern-day audience.
Chekhov’s short stories are often overlooked compared to his plays, but they are no less influential, espousing his legacy of psychological realism and introspective characterization to a short-length format. An ensemble of five performers, taking on lead and support roles in turns, will be accompanied by an original musical score written by Tom Neil. Actor-turned-director Eliot Giuralarocca has proven to be well-versed in late 19th and early 20th century literature, having directed previous renditions of The Great Gatsby, Dracula and Frankenstein, rendering him a trustworthy pair of hands to handle the works of this iconic writer.
Adventuring through tales such as The Lady With The Little Dog, The Chemist’s Wife and At A Summer Villa, to name but a few, there seems to be little reason to let this nationwide tour pass you by.
Tickets: £5-£13.25. Info: www.dragonboyproductions.com (LD)