This is a brief introduction to a 5-video study of "The Seagull" by Anton Chekhov. This video covers Chekhov's biography, a brief history of its first two productions, a general introduction to the play, and a listing of the play's characters. This introduction is hosted by Nathan Thomas, Ph.D., Professor of Theatre at Alvernia University in Reading, PA.
The text of the play may be found here:www.dropbox.com/s/nm1js1q89rf...