Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke has made her long-awaited West End debut in this adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s The Seagull.
Originally scheduled to open in March 2020, The Seagull managed a handful of preview performances before London’s theatres were ordered to close due to the pandemic, ahead of its official opening night.
More than two years later and Jamie Lloyd’s production – based on Anya Reiss’ recent adaptation – has finally opened. Has it been worth the wait?
We’re pleased to report that it has indeed been worth waiting for – Emilia Clarke shines in this new staging. It’s a stripped-back production – the set is a chipboard box, the costumes are simple, and the only props are the plastic chairs that the cast sit on.