The Cherry Orchard premiered at the Moscow Art Theatre 17 January 1904, on Chekhov's 44th birthday and only six months before his death. Overjoyed at being back at her large country house Madame Ranyevskaya is reassured to find the cherry orchard looking unchanged. But for how long? The family's wealth has gone and their only hope is to destroy the beloved orchard. The axes are ready to swing through the orchards of Russia .. Sucessful runs at Stratford-upon-Avon and the Albery.| 17 Mar 97 to 22 Mar 97 | Richmond Theatre Outer London, Greater London Performance Details => Venue archive |
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