Anton Chekhov's final classic is an acknowledged masterpiece of world theater - but like all his works, poses tricky challenges. The play centers on Lubov and Gaev, a middle-aged sister and brother who represent Russia's landed aristocracy in decline, at the start of the 20th century. Only Lopahkin, descended from serfs who once worked for the family, demonstrates any practicality. Since the freeing of the serfs, …
SOURCE: Houston Chronicle at 12:00PM on April 17, 2015