The Real Ivanov tickets
About The Real Ivanov
The Real Ivanov, a 100-minute adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s first staged play, Ivanov, by writer and Chekhov scholar Laura Strausfeld who also directs. Strausfeld’s faithful and fast-paced adaptation centers the comedy in Chekhov’s prescient play about living with despair.
In the course of a year, Nikolai Ivanov (Sam Underwood) — mid-30s, once charismatic and admired—has become overwhelmed and depressed. Everyone around him thinks they know why. Ivanov isn't convinced. This gripping adaptation captures the central insight of Chekhov’s first masterpiece: misunderstanding one another is both comic and calamitous.
Run time
1hr 40min. No intermission.
Categories
Age
Ages 13+.
Start date
August 17th, 2026
End date
September 19th, 2026
Good adaptation but with two exceptions did not believe the actors were the people/characters they were playing. While they project, proclaim, and perform their lines, they did not possess depth of character. At times the gesticulating and reacting was amateurish. No one had stillness. The actor playing Ivanov seemed angry and frustrated, but did not convey signs of angst or depression. Some of that could be in the adaptation as well as directing and acting. When Ivanov commits suicide, we lack compassion because we were never able to care about him to begin with. The actors playing the doctor and Ivanov's wife Anna are truly believable.
Uneven directing and performance of Chekhov adaptation. Mopey guy mopes, some great deadpan moments, inconsistent directing choices.
The older audience kept pulling out their phones to text it was distracting. But the play and the acting were amazing.
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Show schedule
| Day of week | Matinee | Evening |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | - | 7:00 PM |
| Tuesday | - | 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 2:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | - | 7:00 PM |
| Friday | - | 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 2:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | - | - |
Frequently asked questions
How long is The Real Ivanov?
The running time of The Real Ivanov is 1hr 40min. No intermission.
Where is The Real Ivanov playing?
The Real Ivanov is playing at Lynn F. Angelson Theater. The theatre is located at 136 E 13th St, New York, 10003.
How much do tickets cost for The Real Ivanov?
Tickets for The Real Ivanov start at $46.
What's the age recommendation for The Real Ivanov?
The recommended age for The Real Ivanov is Ages 13+..
How do you book tickets for The Real Ivanov?
Book tickets for The Real Ivanov on New York Theatre Guide.
Is The Real Ivanov on Broadway or Off-Broadway?
The Real Ivanov is playing Off Broadway.
How long is The Real Ivanov running?
The Real Ivanov currently has tickets available through 19 September 2026. Check calendar for availability.
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