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Uncle Vanya ~~~ Anton Chekhov
Random fact: Vanya translates to John in English. The literal title of Chekhov's play in English is Uncle John.
This review is both on Chekhov's play, and David Mamet's translation. Uncle Vanya is often relegated to the weakest of Chekhov's four major plays. That is unfortunate since it is an amazing work. I will admit, I'm not a fan of Mamet's work, but in his Chekhov translations, Mam ...more
Uncle Vanya ~~~ Anton Chekhov
Random fact: Vanya translates to John in English. The literal title of Chekhov's play in English is Uncle John.
This review is both on Chekhov's play, and David Mamet's translation. Uncle Vanya is often relegated to the weakest of Chekhov's four major plays. That is unfortunate since it is an amazing work. I will admit, I'm not a fan of Mamet's work, but in his Chekhov translations, Mam ...more
I’ve missed my breakfast. I’ve missed my lunch, and the whole blasted nightmare starts all over again….what news could their possibly be? Everything’s the same as ever, except worse.
Uncle Vanya ~~~ Anton Chekhov, Adapted By Conor McPherson
I believe Uncle Vanya to be the greatest of Anton Chekhov plays. It's themes are the most universal of his famous quartet: The Seagull, Three Sisters, Uncle Vanya & The Cherry Orchard. It is also the most American of the four ~~ relatives come for a ...more
Uncle Vanya ~~~ Anton Chekhov, Adapted By Conor McPherson
I believe Uncle Vanya to be the greatest of Anton Chekhov plays. It's themes are the most universal of his famous quartet: The Seagull, Three Sisters, Uncle Vanya & The Cherry Orchard. It is also the most American of the four ~~ relatives come for a ...more
I've been on a Chekhov binge this year comparing various translations. Uncle Vanya is the best of the lot, and I am looking forward to reading Annie Baker's translation more than any other.
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Clear, sturdy translation is somewhat stilted by Stark Young. Too influenced by the British translations of the day.
The comic tragedy of lost hopes and stifled passion set in 1890s Russia. Christopher Hampton's adaptation stars Robert Stephens.
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