Play can’t connect with Chekhov

By Stephanie Chan

The University of Calgary Drama Department struggles to explore the depth of human relationships in Anton Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard.After five years in Paris, Madame Ranevskaya returns to Russia to save her cherry orchard, a source of family pride. She has accumulated many debts, and neither her nor her brother, Gaev, can afford to pay… Continue reading Play can’t connect with Chekhov

Timeless characters in historic metaphor

By James Keller

The University of Calgary Department of Drama has departed from their usual fare, presenting Anton Chekov’s The Cherry Orchard.This production is different in two important aspects. First, it’s a modern piece-considered “a masterpiece of modern theatre” by some. Second, it’s a collaborative effort between the Department of Drama and the Department of Germanic, Slavic and… Continue reading Timeless characters in historic metaphor