Reviews from the world premiere of the new translation: "The most affecting version that I have ever seen of this epochal comedy of discontent. The first VANYA that brought me to tears and made me laugh in places I never had before." Ben Brantley, The New York Times "A new and sparkling version." David Barbour, Lighting & Sound America "[This] trim adaptation.underscores the timeless nature of UNCLE VANYA. The artful simplicity. and this American interpretation of a Russian classic is very satisfying." Michael Sommers, New York Stage Review "A spectacular new Vanya.

" Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times "A canny and colloquial translation." James Herbert, San Diego Union-Tribune "Exquisite new UNCLE VANYA is intimate, resonant. The exquisite translation strips the language to its essence. It's clear and illuminating." Jennifer Vanasco, WNYC, New York.