NT Live: Vanya

MAY 17, 2PM

MAY 2, 7PM
MAY 17, 2PM

adapted by Simon Stephens, after Anton Chekhov
directed by Sam Yates
designed by Rosanna Vize

Andrew Scott (Fleabag) brings multiple characters to life in Simon Stephens’ radical new version of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya.

Hopes, dreams, and regrets are thrust into sharp focus in this one-man adaptation which explores the complexities of human emotions.

Filmed live during its sold-out run in London’s West End, Vanya will be playing exclusively in cinemas in 2024.

Run time: 110 minutes (no intermission)


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With state-of-the-art filming techniques, tailored to every play, we bring you each performance as it happens, in all its glory. From close-ups that capture every flicker of emotion, to sweeping wide shots of the stage.

Whether you come along to the live broadcast, or catch one of many replays, you’ll have the best seats in the house.

And you’ll be part of something much bigger. There’ll be thousands of others all around the world watching along with you. Sharing every gasp, every laugh, every dramatic moment.

‘An acting masterclass’ – Evening Standard

‘Andrew Scott is mezmerising’ – Telegraph

‘Unquestionably theatre at its best’ – Broadway World

‘Funny, sexy and surprisingly emotional’ – Independent

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RUNNING TIME: 110 minutes

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