Three Sisters (Russian Arts Theater)

See it if You love Chekhov and would like to see a dynamic, clever and very musical version of a classic play up-close and personal in a tiny theater.

Don't see it if The multi-culti cast feels un-Russian, or the ingenious shoe string production seems amateurish to you, but true to the spirit of the play.

See it if very enjoyable chekhov; with music dancing and some laughs; all 3 sisters are excellent in their own right

Don't see it if you want a sad, dour chekhov. play is almost 3 hours

See it if You are a Chekhov fan and want to see a creative and intimate interpretation in a tiny theater. Good acting and musicianship.

Don't see it if Depressing litany of different kinds of suffering: idleness, unrequited love, betrayal, poverty, cruelty. Characters bear it but do not grow

Also The actors had to ad-lib when a chair broke during a sex scene. This could have been funnier but it wasn't. The whole 2.5+ hour experience was lacking in humor.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see a comedy.

Don't see it if you are not a fan of comedies.

See it if ... you like Chekhov. This production is true to the word of the master! ... are curious about Russian style of acting and staging

Don't see it if ... you can't close your eyes on the set design imperfections

See it if you think that Chekhov should be respected and not cut to suit a Broadway/fast-paced rhythm.

Don't see it if you don't understand Chekhov...

Also This production really captures the fin-de-siècle Russian spirit and Chekhov's political viewpoint. The addition of music helps convey the convivial atmosphere of the Prozorov household.... Read more Read less

See it if You are into stuff like that

Don't see it if You don't like stuff like that

See it if You question your existence and want to experience others' existential crises in the balcony of a church (very intimate theatre experience.)

Don't see it if You don't want to think or enjoy intimate theatre at one of its best.

See it if Liked it

Don't see it if Time

See it if Enjoy a revival of a classic.

Don't see it if Acting was average - none of the actors were memorable. The main actor missed his lines at least five times in the first half of the play.

Also I was excited to see this revival given the very high ratings from previous reviewers. But I was disappointed because the entire evening lacked any high points. It is good, so see it if you expect good theater (70-80), but if you go in expecting great theater based on an average of 92 (which is the current average), then you will be disappointed.... Read more Read less

See it if You like Chekhov but are open to a livelier interpretation of this classic play. The Ensemble was cohesive unit and show full of surprises.

Don't see it if You prefer nostalgic and more depressing Chekhov, or are not open to Authentic Russian culture.

See it if You want to be transported to a magical place with music and joy and imagination.

Don't see it if You like very "conventional" theater.

See it if You like more optimistic Chekhov!

Don't see it if If you prefer sadder Chekhov. Hey are laughing a lot in this show!

See it if you like Chekhov. The show is faithful to the original, and the second half was quite moving.

Don't see it if No reason not to see it.

Also The Russian Art Theatre excels at ensemble work, and their version of Three Sisters begins in a lively name-day party and ends in chaos and bleak resignation.
What I missed was the foreshadowing that Chekhov wrote into the first acts. All that chaos has its roots in what went before, and that gets lost amidst all the play and laughter.... Read more Read less

See it if You are open to a more musical and dynamically staged production of Chekhov. The Ensemble is constantly in movement and song.

Don't see it if You prefer more still, pensive and nostalgic Chekhov. This would definitely not be your cup of tea. It's a party! I loved every minute of it

See it if I loved this show. This timeless classic play is adapted for modern times with great staging, constant movement and great actors ensemble.

Don't see it if you don't care about Russian culture

See it if You are familiar with Russian-styles theater and culture. Cast does a great job of understanding Russian references and humor!

Don't see it if You are looking for a high-budget production. The theater is small but there was so much magic with just so little!

See it if Found it very well done-acting, staging-told the story very well

Don't see it if You want a completely traditional version. Music used, some men's costumes, other touches quirky or from different times play set.

Also I would like to know what music was used and why. Some was Russian but there was some Scott Joplin, I think Umbrellas of Cherborg and some others I could not place. If I had been at a talk back I would have asked.... Read more Read less

See it if ...you love Chekhov (as most theater people do) but are open to an innovative, music-laden, energetic interpretation.

Don't see it if You like your Chekhov straight and depressing.

See it if You are in the crossroads in your life, debating between "should I hold on to my chains and skeletons, or let go and move on"?

Don't see it if You'd rather watch a "simple" play.

See it if You wish to see an originally-conceived and executed production of this great play. The actors are all in harmony, especially the 3 Sisters.

Don't see it if You have no interest in seeing top-notch Chekhov unfold before you.

Also The director Aleksey Burago makes sure Olga (Antonia Goldman), Masha (Di Zhu) and Irina (Reanna Armellino) are grouped together at every turn... commiserating with one another... complaining... or yearning for the impossible: happiness, and Moscow.... Read more Read less

See it if You re looking for deep and contemplative play about people in search of happiness. Talented cast in multilayered play as well as stage.

Don't see it if You're not interested in classical plays.

See it if You are interested in a very different and exciting interpretation of Chekhov's writing.

Don't see it if You are looking for the same "Three Sisters" you've seen before.

Also This production chooses to use hopefulness and levity to overcome the melancholy of it's backwater Russian town setting as well as it's unfortunate citizens. Great theater is suspenseful and surprising. I'm pleased to say that this production of "Three Sisters" has both in spades.... Read more Read less

See it if I throughly enjoyed this production. The masterful direction keeps you engaged with the story.

Don't see it if You don't have the time to enjoy it to the end!

Also They magically found the humor in humanity to gently lead you to a sad ending. The company rises to the challenge of an epic ensemble. It's a must see production with a lat of heart!... Read more Read less

See it if you like to be entertained with good ensemble theater and some really great acting.The play touches life as it is now lightly and with charm

Don't see it if you don't like really great theater with wit ,charm,good acting,music ,great costumes,directing,and scenery. It's in a wonderful small space

Also Go see it! It's Chekhov done in a wonderfully light comedic way that is full of life.The actors relate with each other and draw the audience into their delightful life in the play. It is enchanting!... Read more Read less