SERIES

Chekhov Essays

Series exploring Anton Chekhov's influence in terms of craft and technique on today's theatre actors and writers

First Broadcast25 Jan 2010

Latest Broadcast5 Nov 2010

Episodes5

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Andrew Hilton reveals the lesson he learned while directing Chekhov's Uncle Vanya.

Young short story writer Ruth Thomas explains how she came to love Chekhov's work.

Simon Russell Beale on how performing in Chekhov's The Seagull changed his entire career.

Timberlake Wertenbaker on what she has learned from Chekhov in terms of theatre craft.

Chinese writer and film-maker Xiaolu Guo reflects on her personal debt to Chekhov.