The Cambridge Companion to Chekhov
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- Editors:
- Vera Gottlieb, Goldsmiths, University of London
- Paul Allain, University of Kent, Canterbury
- Date Published: November 2000
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- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9780521589178
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This volume of specially commissioned essays explores the world of Anton Chekhov and the creation, performance and interpretation of his works. The Companion begins with an examination of Chekhov's life and his Russia. Later film versions and adaptations of Chehov's works are analyzed, with insights also offered on acting Chekhov, by Ian McKellen, and directing Chekhov, by Trevor Nunn and Leonid Heifetz. The volume provides essays on special topics such as Chekhov as writer, Chekhov and women, and the Chekhov comedies and stories.
Read more- Essays by major directors (Trevor Nunn, Leonid Heifetz) and actor (Sir Ian McKellen)
- Very up to date, includes information on recent productions
- Accessible introduction to major, studied playwright - Chekhov in student syllabus
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"...there is a great deal of information here to use to those seeking a deeper appreciation of Chekhov, especially in regard to the performance history of his plays." Nineteenth-Century Contexts
See more reviews"well-conceived and well-executed collection that deepens and enriches our understanding of Chekhov's drama." Russian Review Vol 60/4
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- Date Published: November 2000
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9780521589178
- length: 328 pages
- dimensions: 229 x 152 x 17 mm
- weight: 0.44kg
- contains: 4 b/w illus.
- availability: Available
Table of Contents
List of illustrations
Acknowledgements
Notes on contributors
Chekhov: a chronology Paul Allain
Editorial notes: transliteration and titles, calendar dates
Part I. Chekhov in Context:
1. Dr Chekhov: a biographical essay Alexander Chudakov
2. Chekhov and his Russia Emma Polotskaya
3. Chekhov and the Moscow Art Theatre Anatoly Smeliansky
Part II. Chekhov in Production:
4. From Platonov to Piano Edward Braun
5. Chekhov's one-act plays and the full-length plays Vera Gottlieb
6. Ivanov: the invention of a negative dramaturgy Patrice Pavis
7. The Seagull: an adaptation Thomas Kilroy
8. Notes from a director: Leonid Heifetz on Uncle Vanya Leonid Heifetz
9. Notes from a director: Trevor Nunn on Three Sisters Trevor Nunn
10. The Cherry Orchard Edward Braun
11. Acting Chekhov: 'A Friend to the Actor' Ian McKellen
12. The scenography of Chekhov Arnold Aronson
13. Chekhov on screen Philip French
14. Chekhov on the Russian stage Tatiana Shakh-Azizova
15. Directors' Chekhov Laurence Senelick
Selected glossary Laurence Senelick
Part III. Chekhov the Writer:
16. Chekhov's stories and the plays Donald Rayfield
17. The stage representation of Chekhov's women Cynthia Marsh
18. Chekhov's comedy Vera Gottlieb
Appendix A. Chekhov's works: primary sources from the Russian: variations of English titles
Appendix B. Select stage productions
Appendix C. Select screen versions
Select bibliography
Index.
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