Chekhov in Shorts at Helen Borgers Theatre

Stage Raw - Recommended

"...Despite this reputation, the Long Beach Shakespeare Company’s production of Chekhov in Shorts isn’t afraid to hit you over the head with his comedy. The show includes three of his plays: “The Bet”, “The Bear,” and “The Proposal.” While the performance is funny and punchy overall, it is not meant for Chekhov traditionalists. Diane Benedict, who directed “The Bear” and “The Proposal,” takes artistic liberties by turning Chekhov’s plays into a comedy of manners filled with slapstick and modern sensibilities. But although non-traditional, the production displays a masterful rein of Chekhov’s situational comedy."