Trigorin (Andrew Cronacher), Arkadina (Laura Rikard), Konstantin (Geoff Culbertson) and Nina (Isabella Sazak) from Anton Chekhov’s The Seagull. ©2010 Michael Bailey
The University drama department continues its season with The Seagull, written by famous Russian dramatist Anton Chekhov and directed by University alumnae Amanda McRaven.
Like Woolf's To the Lighthouse, The Seagull centers around a diverse cast of characters vacationing together. Interactions among the main characters, all of whom are artists — or wannabe artists — lead to a love triangle and other dramatic conflicts. The Seagull tackles themes such as unrequited love, artistic ambition and jealousy. And although it was written during the late 1800s, it's a play that has survived the test of time to resonate with modern viewers.
The Seagull is running Feb. 18-20 and Feb. 24-27, with all performances beginning at 8 p.m. Tickets are $8 for students, $12 for seniors and faculty, and $14 for the general public. They are available online at http://www.artsboxoffice.virginia.edu/ and by phone at 434-924-3376. Alternatively, you can stop by the box office at Culbreth Theatre. Don't miss out!
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