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Ivanov
Experience Ivanov at London's Bridge Theatre with Chris Pine in a dynamic take on Chekhov's contemporary masterpiece.
2 hours 30 minutes
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Highlights
See Chris Pine star in his highly anticipated London stage debut.
Enjoy a bold reimagining of Anton Chekhov’s Ivanov directed by Simon Stone.
Explore themes of identity, debt and societal expectation brought to life on stage.
Watch this limited-run production at the modern Bridge Theatre venue.
Experience innovative set design and a celebrated creative team.
What’s Included
Admission ticket to Ivanov at Bridge Theatre
Reserved seat for the selected showtime
Access to theatre amenities and facilities
What Is Ivanov About?
Nikolai Ivanov has everything society tells him should make him happy - a solid career, a comfortable home, a wife who gave up everything for him. So why does it feel like the walls are closing in? Debts are piling up, his wife Anna is unwell, and no matter how hard he tries, he cannot shake the gnawing sense that life is slipping away from him. At a raucous party at the Lebedevs’, Ivanov tries to reignite some spark - and instead stumbles from one disaster to the next, caught between the person he thought he was and the person he’s becoming.
Anton Chekhov wrote Ivanov in 1887, originally as a dark comedy about disillusionment and midlife collapse. More than 130 years on, the character feels startlingly modern - a portrait of burnout, self-sabotage and the peculiar paralysis of someone who can see exactly what’s going wrong and still can’t stop it. The last major London revival starred Kenneth Branagh in 2008; this new production brings it back to the West End in an entirely fresh form.
Chris Pine Makes His London Stage Debut
Chris Pine - best known to cinema audiences as Captain Kirk in the Star Trek franchise and Steve Trevor in Wonder Woman - steps onto the London stage for the first time as Nikolai Ivanov. Pine has a strong theatre pedigree in the US, with stage credits including Fat Pig and Farragut North at the Geffen Playhouse and The Lieutenant of Inishmore at the Mark Taper Forum, but this marks his first time performing in London. It’s a significant undertaking: Ivanov is one of Chekhov’s most psychologically demanding leads, a character who spends the entire play fighting himself.
Directing is Simon Stone, who won an Olivier Award for his electrifying production of Yerma at the Young Vic and whose recent Bridge Theatre production of Ibsen’s The Lady from the Sea was widely praised. Stone is known for radical, contemporary reinventions of classic texts - his Ivanov is set firmly in the present day, stripping away the 19th-century Russian setting to expose the story’s more universal themes of exhaustion, debt and marital fracture. Stone reunites his full creative team from The Lady from the Sea for this production, including set designer Lizzie Clachan, costume designer Mel Page, lighting designer Nick Schlieper and sound designer Stefan Gregory.
Seeing Ivanov at the Bridge Theatre
The Bridge Theatre is one of London’s most exciting venues for this kind of production. Opened in 2017 by Nicholas Hytner and Nick Starr - the team behind the National Theatre’s golden era - it was the first new theatre of scale built in London’s commercial sector in over 80 years. Its flexible auditorium can be reconfigured entirely between productions, and its location right beside Tower Bridge on the South Bank is hard to beat. The venue is a 10-minute walk from London Bridge station (Northern and Jubilee lines, plus National Rail), making it straightforward to reach from most parts of the city.
For a production like Ivanov, the Bridge’s intimate configuration works particularly well. Stone has consistently used the space to create an intense, close relationship between audience and performer - exactly what Chekhov’s chamber drama demands. Whatever your seat, you’re unlikely to feel far from the action.
The production is presented by London Theatre Company in collaboration with Wouter van Ransbeek. Age guidance is 12+; the production contains mature themes. Duration is 2 hours 30 minutes including interval.
Follow the smart casual dress code for the theatre.
Photography and recording during the performance are not permitted.
Switch off or silence all electronic devices before the show starts.
Keep your ticket handy for entry and in-theatre access.
Please be courteous and avoid talking during the performance.
What is Ivanov about?
Ivanov follows Nikolai Ivanov, a man who appears to have everything - marriage, career, social standing - yet finds himself paralysed by despair and unable to function. Based on Anton Chekhov’s 1887 tragicomedy, Simon Stone’s new adaptation sets the story in the present day, exploring burnout, debt, marital strain and self-destruction. The evening culminates in a chaotic social gathering where Ivanov’s crisis comes to a head.
Who is in the cast of Ivanov at the Bridge Theatre?
Chris Pine stars as Nikolai Ivanov in what marks his London stage debut. Pine is best known for his film roles as Captain Kirk in the Star Trek franchise and Steve Trevor in Wonder Woman. Further casting is to be announced. The production is directed and adapted by Simon Stone.
Who is directing Ivanov?
Simon Stone directs and has written this new adaptation of Chekhov’s play. Stone is an Olivier Award-winning director known for contemporary reinventions of classic texts, including Yerma at the Young Vic and The Lady from the Sea at the Bridge Theatre.
Where is Ivanov playing in London?
Ivanov plays at the Bridge Theatre, 3 Potters Fields Park, London SE1 2SG - located on the South Bank next to Tower Bridge. The nearest stations are London Bridge (Northern, Jubilee lines and National Rail), approximately a 10-minute walk away.
How long is Ivanov?
The production runs for approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, including an interval.
Is Ivanov suitable for children?
The production carries an age guidance of 12+. It contains mature themes including mental health, marital breakdown and adult relationships. It is not recommended for younger children.
Are there access performances for Ivanov?
Yes. The Bridge Theatre offers Audio Described performances with Touch Tour and Captioned performances. Wheelchair access and hearing loops are available throughout the venue. For specific requirements, contact the Bridge Theatre access line on 0333 320 0051 when booking.
When do performances take place?
Evening performances run Monday to Saturday at 7.30pm. Matinee performances take place on Thursdays and Saturdays at 2.30pm. Check the booking calendar for the full schedule and any exceptions.
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.
Cannot be canceled or rescheduled
The Bridge Theatre, 3 Potters Flds Pk, London SE1 2SG, United Kingdom
Highlights
See Chris Pine star in his highly anticipated London stage debut.
Enjoy a bold reimagining of Anton Chekhov’s Ivanov directed by Simon Stone.
Explore themes of identity, debt and societal expectation brought to life on stage.
Watch this limited-run production at the modern Bridge Theatre venue.
Experience innovative set design and a celebrated creative team.
What’s Included
Admission ticket to Ivanov at Bridge Theatre
Reserved seat for the selected showtime
Access to theatre amenities and facilities
What Is Ivanov About?
Nikolai Ivanov has everything society tells him should make him happy - a solid career, a comfortable home, a wife who gave up everything for him. So why does it feel like the walls are closing in? Debts are piling up, his wife Anna is unwell, and no matter how hard he tries, he cannot shake the gnawing sense that life is slipping away from him. At a raucous party at the Lebedevs’, Ivanov tries to reignite some spark - and instead stumbles from one disaster to the next, caught between the person he thought he was and the person he’s becoming.
Anton Chekhov wrote Ivanov in 1887, originally as a dark comedy about disillusionment and midlife collapse. More than 130 years on, the character feels startlingly modern - a portrait of burnout, self-sabotage and the peculiar paralysis of someone who can see exactly what’s going wrong and still can’t stop it. The last major London revival starred Kenneth Branagh in 2008; this new production brings it back to the West End in an entirely fresh form.
Chris Pine Makes His London Stage Debut
Chris Pine - best known to cinema audiences as Captain Kirk in the Star Trek franchise and Steve Trevor in Wonder Woman - steps onto the London stage for the first time as Nikolai Ivanov. Pine has a strong theatre pedigree in the US, with stage credits including Fat Pig and Farragut North at the Geffen Playhouse and The Lieutenant of Inishmore at the Mark Taper Forum, but this marks his first time performing in London. It’s a significant undertaking: Ivanov is one of Chekhov’s most psychologically demanding leads, a character who spends the entire play fighting himself.
Directing is Simon Stone, who won an Olivier Award for his electrifying production of Yerma at the Young Vic and whose recent Bridge Theatre production of Ibsen’s The Lady from the Sea was widely praised. Stone is known for radical, contemporary reinventions of classic texts - his Ivanov is set firmly in the present day, stripping away the 19th-century Russian setting to expose the story’s more universal themes of exhaustion, debt and marital fracture. Stone reunites his full creative team from The Lady from the Sea for this production, including set designer Lizzie Clachan, costume designer Mel Page, lighting designer Nick Schlieper and sound designer Stefan Gregory.
Seeing Ivanov at the Bridge Theatre
The Bridge Theatre is one of London’s most exciting venues for this kind of production. Opened in 2017 by Nicholas Hytner and Nick Starr - the team behind the National Theatre’s golden era - it was the first new theatre of scale built in London’s commercial sector in over 80 years. Its flexible auditorium can be reconfigured entirely between productions, and its location right beside Tower Bridge on the South Bank is hard to beat. The venue is a 10-minute walk from London Bridge station (Northern and Jubilee lines, plus National Rail), making it straightforward to reach from most parts of the city.
For a production like Ivanov, the Bridge’s intimate configuration works particularly well. Stone has consistently used the space to create an intense, close relationship between audience and performer - exactly what Chekhov’s chamber drama demands. Whatever your seat, you’re unlikely to feel far from the action.
The production is presented by London Theatre Company in collaboration with Wouter van Ransbeek. Age guidance is 12+; the production contains mature themes. Duration is 2 hours 30 minutes including interval.
Follow the smart casual dress code for the theatre.
Photography and recording during the performance are not permitted.
Switch off or silence all electronic devices before the show starts.
Keep your ticket handy for entry and in-theatre access.
Please be courteous and avoid talking during the performance.
What is Ivanov about?
Ivanov follows Nikolai Ivanov, a man who appears to have everything - marriage, career, social standing - yet finds himself paralysed by despair and unable to function. Based on Anton Chekhov’s 1887 tragicomedy, Simon Stone’s new adaptation sets the story in the present day, exploring burnout, debt, marital strain and self-destruction. The evening culminates in a chaotic social gathering where Ivanov’s crisis comes to a head.
Who is in the cast of Ivanov at the Bridge Theatre?
Chris Pine stars as Nikolai Ivanov in what marks his London stage debut. Pine is best known for his film roles as Captain Kirk in the Star Trek franchise and Steve Trevor in Wonder Woman. Further casting is to be announced. The production is directed and adapted by Simon Stone.
Who is directing Ivanov?
Simon Stone directs and has written this new adaptation of Chekhov’s play. Stone is an Olivier Award-winning director known for contemporary reinventions of classic texts, including Yerma at the Young Vic and The Lady from the Sea at the Bridge Theatre.
Where is Ivanov playing in London?
Ivanov plays at the Bridge Theatre, 3 Potters Fields Park, London SE1 2SG - located on the South Bank next to Tower Bridge. The nearest stations are London Bridge (Northern, Jubilee lines and National Rail), approximately a 10-minute walk away.
How long is Ivanov?
The production runs for approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, including an interval.
Is Ivanov suitable for children?
The production carries an age guidance of 12+. It contains mature themes including mental health, marital breakdown and adult relationships. It is not recommended for younger children.
Are there access performances for Ivanov?
Yes. The Bridge Theatre offers Audio Described performances with Touch Tour and Captioned performances. Wheelchair access and hearing loops are available throughout the venue. For specific requirements, contact the Bridge Theatre access line on 0333 320 0051 when booking.
When do performances take place?
Evening performances run Monday to Saturday at 7.30pm. Matinee performances take place on Thursdays and Saturdays at 2.30pm. Check the booking calendar for the full schedule and any exceptions.
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.
Cannot be canceled or rescheduled
The Bridge Theatre, 3 Potters Flds Pk, London SE1 2SG, United Kingdom
Highlights
See Chris Pine star in his highly anticipated London stage debut.
Enjoy a bold reimagining of Anton Chekhov’s Ivanov directed by Simon Stone.
Explore themes of identity, debt and societal expectation brought to life on stage.
Watch this limited-run production at the modern Bridge Theatre venue.
Experience innovative set design and a celebrated creative team.
What’s Included
Admission ticket to Ivanov at Bridge Theatre
Reserved seat for the selected showtime
Access to theatre amenities and facilities
What Is Ivanov About?
Nikolai Ivanov has everything society tells him should make him happy - a solid career, a comfortable home, a wife who gave up everything for him. So why does it feel like the walls are closing in? Debts are piling up, his wife Anna is unwell, and no matter how hard he tries, he cannot shake the gnawing sense that life is slipping away from him. At a raucous party at the Lebedevs’, Ivanov tries to reignite some spark - and instead stumbles from one disaster to the next, caught between the person he thought he was and the person he’s becoming.
Anton Chekhov wrote Ivanov in 1887, originally as a dark comedy about disillusionment and midlife collapse. More than 130 years on, the character feels startlingly modern - a portrait of burnout, self-sabotage and the peculiar paralysis of someone who can see exactly what’s going wrong and still can’t stop it. The last major London revival starred Kenneth Branagh in 2008; this new production brings it back to the West End in an entirely fresh form.
Chris Pine Makes His London Stage Debut
Chris Pine - best known to cinema audiences as Captain Kirk in the Star Trek franchise and Steve Trevor in Wonder Woman - steps onto the London stage for the first time as Nikolai Ivanov. Pine has a strong theatre pedigree in the US, with stage credits including Fat Pig and Farragut North at the Geffen Playhouse and The Lieutenant of Inishmore at the Mark Taper Forum, but this marks his first time performing in London. It’s a significant undertaking: Ivanov is one of Chekhov’s most psychologically demanding leads, a character who spends the entire play fighting himself.
Directing is Simon Stone, who won an Olivier Award for his electrifying production of Yerma at the Young Vic and whose recent Bridge Theatre production of Ibsen’s The Lady from the Sea was widely praised. Stone is known for radical, contemporary reinventions of classic texts - his Ivanov is set firmly in the present day, stripping away the 19th-century Russian setting to expose the story’s more universal themes of exhaustion, debt and marital fracture. Stone reunites his full creative team from The Lady from the Sea for this production, including set designer Lizzie Clachan, costume designer Mel Page, lighting designer Nick Schlieper and sound designer Stefan Gregory.
Seeing Ivanov at the Bridge Theatre
The Bridge Theatre is one of London’s most exciting venues for this kind of production. Opened in 2017 by Nicholas Hytner and Nick Starr - the team behind the National Theatre’s golden era - it was the first new theatre of scale built in London’s commercial sector in over 80 years. Its flexible auditorium can be reconfigured entirely between productions, and its location right beside Tower Bridge on the South Bank is hard to beat. The venue is a 10-minute walk from London Bridge station (Northern and Jubilee lines, plus National Rail), making it straightforward to reach from most parts of the city.
For a production like Ivanov, the Bridge’s intimate configuration works particularly well. Stone has consistently used the space to create an intense, close relationship between audience and performer - exactly what Chekhov’s chamber drama demands. Whatever your seat, you’re unlikely to feel far from the action.
The production is presented by London Theatre Company in collaboration with Wouter van Ransbeek. Age guidance is 12+; the production contains mature themes. Duration is 2 hours 30 minutes including interval.
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.
Follow the smart casual dress code for the theatre.
Photography and recording during the performance are not permitted.
Switch off or silence all electronic devices before the show starts.
Keep your ticket handy for entry and in-theatre access.
Please be courteous and avoid talking during the performance.
What is Ivanov about?
Ivanov follows Nikolai Ivanov, a man who appears to have everything - marriage, career, social standing - yet finds himself paralysed by despair and unable to function. Based on Anton Chekhov’s 1887 tragicomedy, Simon Stone’s new adaptation sets the story in the present day, exploring burnout, debt, marital strain and self-destruction. The evening culminates in a chaotic social gathering where Ivanov’s crisis comes to a head.
Who is in the cast of Ivanov at the Bridge Theatre?
Chris Pine stars as Nikolai Ivanov in what marks his London stage debut. Pine is best known for his film roles as Captain Kirk in the Star Trek franchise and Steve Trevor in Wonder Woman. Further casting is to be announced. The production is directed and adapted by Simon Stone.
Who is directing Ivanov?
Simon Stone directs and has written this new adaptation of Chekhov’s play. Stone is an Olivier Award-winning director known for contemporary reinventions of classic texts, including Yerma at the Young Vic and The Lady from the Sea at the Bridge Theatre.
Where is Ivanov playing in London?
Ivanov plays at the Bridge Theatre, 3 Potters Fields Park, London SE1 2SG - located on the South Bank next to Tower Bridge. The nearest stations are London Bridge (Northern, Jubilee lines and National Rail), approximately a 10-minute walk away.
How long is Ivanov?
The production runs for approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, including an interval.
Is Ivanov suitable for children?
The production carries an age guidance of 12+. It contains mature themes including mental health, marital breakdown and adult relationships. It is not recommended for younger children.
Are there access performances for Ivanov?
Yes. The Bridge Theatre offers Audio Described performances with Touch Tour and Captioned performances. Wheelchair access and hearing loops are available throughout the venue. For specific requirements, contact the Bridge Theatre access line on 0333 320 0051 when booking.
When do performances take place?
Evening performances run Monday to Saturday at 7.30pm. Matinee performances take place on Thursdays and Saturdays at 2.30pm. Check the booking calendar for the full schedule and any exceptions.
Cannot be canceled or rescheduled
The Bridge Theatre, 3 Potters Flds Pk, London SE1 2SG, United Kingdom
Highlights
See Chris Pine star in his highly anticipated London stage debut.
Enjoy a bold reimagining of Anton Chekhov’s Ivanov directed by Simon Stone.
Explore themes of identity, debt and societal expectation brought to life on stage.
Watch this limited-run production at the modern Bridge Theatre venue.
Experience innovative set design and a celebrated creative team.
What’s Included
Admission ticket to Ivanov at Bridge Theatre
Reserved seat for the selected showtime
Access to theatre amenities and facilities
What Is Ivanov About?
Nikolai Ivanov has everything society tells him should make him happy - a solid career, a comfortable home, a wife who gave up everything for him. So why does it feel like the walls are closing in? Debts are piling up, his wife Anna is unwell, and no matter how hard he tries, he cannot shake the gnawing sense that life is slipping away from him. At a raucous party at the Lebedevs’, Ivanov tries to reignite some spark - and instead stumbles from one disaster to the next, caught between the person he thought he was and the person he’s becoming.
Anton Chekhov wrote Ivanov in 1887, originally as a dark comedy about disillusionment and midlife collapse. More than 130 years on, the character feels startlingly modern - a portrait of burnout, self-sabotage and the peculiar paralysis of someone who can see exactly what’s going wrong and still can’t stop it. The last major London revival starred Kenneth Branagh in 2008; this new production brings it back to the West End in an entirely fresh form.
Chris Pine Makes His London Stage Debut
Chris Pine - best known to cinema audiences as Captain Kirk in the Star Trek franchise and Steve Trevor in Wonder Woman - steps onto the London stage for the first time as Nikolai Ivanov. Pine has a strong theatre pedigree in the US, with stage credits including Fat Pig and Farragut North at the Geffen Playhouse and The Lieutenant of Inishmore at the Mark Taper Forum, but this marks his first time performing in London. It’s a significant undertaking: Ivanov is one of Chekhov’s most psychologically demanding leads, a character who spends the entire play fighting himself.
Directing is Simon Stone, who won an Olivier Award for his electrifying production of Yerma at the Young Vic and whose recent Bridge Theatre production of Ibsen’s The Lady from the Sea was widely praised. Stone is known for radical, contemporary reinventions of classic texts - his Ivanov is set firmly in the present day, stripping away the 19th-century Russian setting to expose the story’s more universal themes of exhaustion, debt and marital fracture. Stone reunites his full creative team from The Lady from the Sea for this production, including set designer Lizzie Clachan, costume designer Mel Page, lighting designer Nick Schlieper and sound designer Stefan Gregory.
Seeing Ivanov at the Bridge Theatre
The Bridge Theatre is one of London’s most exciting venues for this kind of production. Opened in 2017 by Nicholas Hytner and Nick Starr - the team behind the National Theatre’s golden era - it was the first new theatre of scale built in London’s commercial sector in over 80 years. Its flexible auditorium can be reconfigured entirely between productions, and its location right beside Tower Bridge on the South Bank is hard to beat. The venue is a 10-minute walk from London Bridge station (Northern and Jubilee lines, plus National Rail), making it straightforward to reach from most parts of the city.
For a production like Ivanov, the Bridge’s intimate configuration works particularly well. Stone has consistently used the space to create an intense, close relationship between audience and performer - exactly what Chekhov’s chamber drama demands. Whatever your seat, you’re unlikely to feel far from the action.
The production is presented by London Theatre Company in collaboration with Wouter van Ransbeek. Age guidance is 12+; the production contains mature themes. Duration is 2 hours 30 minutes including interval.
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.
Follow the smart casual dress code for the theatre.
Photography and recording during the performance are not permitted.
Switch off or silence all electronic devices before the show starts.
Keep your ticket handy for entry and in-theatre access.
Please be courteous and avoid talking during the performance.
What is Ivanov about?
Ivanov follows Nikolai Ivanov, a man who appears to have everything - marriage, career, social standing - yet finds himself paralysed by despair and unable to function. Based on Anton Chekhov’s 1887 tragicomedy, Simon Stone’s new adaptation sets the story in the present day, exploring burnout, debt, marital strain and self-destruction. The evening culminates in a chaotic social gathering where Ivanov’s crisis comes to a head.
Who is in the cast of Ivanov at the Bridge Theatre?
Chris Pine stars as Nikolai Ivanov in what marks his London stage debut. Pine is best known for his film roles as Captain Kirk in the Star Trek franchise and Steve Trevor in Wonder Woman. Further casting is to be announced. The production is directed and adapted by Simon Stone.
Who is directing Ivanov?
Simon Stone directs and has written this new adaptation of Chekhov’s play. Stone is an Olivier Award-winning director known for contemporary reinventions of classic texts, including Yerma at the Young Vic and The Lady from the Sea at the Bridge Theatre.
Where is Ivanov playing in London?
Ivanov plays at the Bridge Theatre, 3 Potters Fields Park, London SE1 2SG - located on the South Bank next to Tower Bridge. The nearest stations are London Bridge (Northern, Jubilee lines and National Rail), approximately a 10-minute walk away.
How long is Ivanov?
The production runs for approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, including an interval.
Is Ivanov suitable for children?
The production carries an age guidance of 12+. It contains mature themes including mental health, marital breakdown and adult relationships. It is not recommended for younger children.
Are there access performances for Ivanov?
Yes. The Bridge Theatre offers Audio Described performances with Touch Tour and Captioned performances. Wheelchair access and hearing loops are available throughout the venue. For specific requirements, contact the Bridge Theatre access line on 0333 320 0051 when booking.
When do performances take place?
Evening performances run Monday to Saturday at 7.30pm. Matinee performances take place on Thursdays and Saturdays at 2.30pm. Check the booking calendar for the full schedule and any exceptions.
Cannot be canceled or rescheduled
The Bridge Theatre, 3 Potters Flds Pk, London SE1 2SG, United Kingdom
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