Almeida, London Its setting in rural England is problematic, but Robert Icke's modernised version of Chekhov's masterpiece is rich in psychological detailRobert Icke seems on a personal mission to renovate the classics. It worked with Oresteia. In the case of his modernised version of Chekhov's masterpiece, the approach yields a wealth of illuminating detail and fine performances. But, running to three and a half hou…
SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:22AM on February 14, 2016