Practical information

Highlights

• See Chekhov's 1887 tragicomedy reset in the present day by Simon Stone
• Follow Nikolai Ivanov as debt and despair unravel his comfortable life
• Watch a raucous party trigger disaster after disaster for the protagonist
• Enjoy a sharp contemporary take that strips away every period convention

Know before you go

• Getting there: The Bridge Theatre sits at 3 Potters Fields Park, SE1 2SG, right next to Tower Bridge on the South Bank. London Bridge station (Northern and Jubilee lines, plus National Rail) is a 10-minute walk. Buses 42, 78 and 343 stop at Tower Bridge. Santander Cycles docking stations are available on Tooley Street if you’re cycling in.
• Arrive with time to spare: Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before curtain. The Bridge Theatre carries out security checks on entry, so arriving early means you’re not rushing to your seat. The bar and foyer are worth a few minutes of your time too.
• Duration: Ivanov runs for approximately 2 hours 30 minutes including an interval. Evening performances begin at 7.30pm; matinees (Thursday and Saturday) begin at 2.30pm.
• Age guidance: The production is recommended for audiences aged 12 and over. It contains mature themes including mental health, marital breakdown and self-destructive behaviour.
• Access performances: An Audio Described performance with Touch Tour is scheduled, as well as a Captioned performance. Contact the Bridge Theatre access line on 0333 320 0051 to discuss specific requirements when booking. Wheelchair access and hearing loops are available at the venue.
• Photography: Photography and recording during the performance are not permitted.
• Late seating: Latecomers may be held at the door until a suitable break in the performance. The Bridge Theatre tends to hold late arrivals briefly rather than seating during dialogue.

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