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The first complete American translation of Chekhov''s ten witty vaudevilles. The comedic one-act farces are: The Bear, The Proposal, On the Harmful Effects of Tobacco, The Night Before the Trial, On the High Road, The Wedding, The Anniversary, A Tragic Role, and Tatyana Repina. These are jewels for the stage '� ready to use for actors and directors, and for students of drama who wish to enrich the... More

The first complete American translation of Chekhov''s ten witty vaudevilles. The comedic one-act farces are: The Bear, The Proposal, On the Harmful Effects of Tobacco, The Night Before the Trial, On the High Road, The Wedding, The Anniversary, A Tragic Role, and Tatyana Repina. These are jewels for the stage '� ready to use for actors and directors, and for students of drama who wish to enrich their appreciation of the virtuosity and complexity of this great Russian playwright. Chekhov wrote these popular confections early in his career, before he turned to his serious plays. All ten have been newly (and faithfully) translated and assembled in a unique collection here, to make them fresh and accessible for contemporary actors and audiences. An in-depth introduction is included for literary historical perspective, as well as a glossary and helpful pronunciation guide for the actor''s usage. This collection provides an informative introduction to Chekhov, and it is perfect for use by young adult actors.

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