Haslemere Thespians next play reading will be of one of the undisputed classics of the theatre.
The Cherry Orchard, written in 1903, Anton Chekhov’s final play, is widely regarded as one of his greatest dramatic accomplishments.
The Gayev family is torn by powerful forces deeply rooted in history and the society in which they live. Their estate is hopelessly in debt: urged to cut down their beautiful cherry orchard and sell the land for holiday cottages, they struggle to act decisively and in the end are overwhelmed by the forces of the modern age. It sounds sad but, believe it or not, Chekhov thought it was a comedy!
Come and read this wonderful play on Sunday 6 April at The Mill, Shottermill Road, Haslemere GU27 3QE from 5.30 pm onwards.
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