Love, hope and passion in thoughtful drama at the Belgrade

INTERNATIONALLY-acclaimed director Helena Kaut-Howson doesn’t disappoint in this langorous, captivating production of Chekov’s classic play, Uncle Vanya.

Misplaced love, hope and thwarted passion are all on display in slow rotation.

But what is also surprising in this play written more than 100 years ago is Chekov’s acknowledgement of threats to our environment, and the simple necessity of planting trees.

Despite the length of the play, the actors unfailingly hold the attention especially in the intimacy of the Belgrade’s studio setting where the design of the stage is simply superb.

Verdict: Thoughtful theatre at its best.

Barbara Goulden