The Present

Anton Chekhov's untitled, earliest play (usually known as Platonov) makes it to Broadway 112 years after the author's death. Adapted by Andrew Upton, this version takes place in post-perestroika Russia at the birthday party of widow Anna Petrovna (Cate Blanchett). John Crowley directs this transfer from the Sydney Theatre Company. This production marks the formidable Blanchett's Broadway debut. Read the full review.