Playing Chekhov: 8-Week Acting Workshop With Aleksey Burago

be introduced to the various elements of Chekhov's backdrop--Russian history, culture and mentality--while learning to incorporate the rehearsal techniques developed by Stanislavsky and Michael Chekhov, crucial in building a compelling and complex character. Through discussions of Chekhov's life as recorded in his letters and memoirs, as well as warm-up exercises, theater games and études, students will explore and rehearse various roles from Chekhov's short stories and major plays.