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The Cherry Orchard (Karam)
Stephen Karam
The Cherry Orchard (Columbus)
by Anton Chekhov, Curt Columbus
Synopsis
THE STORY: An aristocratic Russian family tries to hold on in challenging economic times, hoping to preserve a way of life amidst the inevitable pressures of “progress.”
When presented with options to fend off impending foreclosure, can the family rise to the challenge?
A new translation of Chekhov’s funny, sensual classic about change, loss, renewal, and moving forward.
Press Reviews
"Curt Columbus’ new translation [is] a clear, distinct and unfussy rendition that avoids anachronistic language without overplaying the dignity card…it shows us the aristocrats’ greed as well as their sense of loss…fair-minded and right-headed.” —Variety. “Columbus’s translation triumphs through its clarity and consistent use of the active voice…” —Chicago Reader. “CHERRY ORCHARD, as conceived by Columbus, moves quickly and has a wealth of humor. It is approachable and accessible, without being ‘dumbed down.’ Columbus’ translation makes Chekhov quotable. It plays the tragedy for what it is; not a capital ‘T’ tragedy, but a tragedy of indecision, immovability and human frailty."
— BroadwayWorld
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The Cherry Orchard (Columbus) is a play written by Anton Chekhov and published by Dramatists Play Service .
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