Pictured is Andrew Scott who will star in Vanya, which can be viewed Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Fredonia Opera House.

The 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center will present Vanya, a new one-man staging of the Anton Chekhov classic, captured live via satellite from London’s National Theatre, on Saturday at 1 p.m. The award-winning production is part of Arts in the Afternoon at the Opera House and stars Andrew Scott.

Scott (Fleabag) brings multiple characters to life in Simon Stephens’ radical new version of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya. Hopes, dreams, and regrets are thrust into sharp focus in this one-man adaptation which explores the complexities of human emotions.

The 2024 Olivier Award-winner for Best Revival, Vanya was filmed live during its sold-out run in London’s West End. Scott, who was Olivier-nominated for his work, takes on every role in the Chekhov classic, about a family beset by secrets, illicit love interests, and deep divides over their burdensome estate.

Opera House Executive Director Rick Davis notes that the production comes to NYC in March 2025. The eight-week limited run will begin performances at the Lucille Lortel Theatre on Mar. 11, ahead of a Mar. 18 opening night. “See this exciting and innovative production now ahead of its Off-Broadway transfer,” says Davis.

Broadway World calls the production “unquestionably theater at its best.” London’s Evening Standard calls it “an acting masterclass.” The production runs approximately one hour, 50 minutes with no intermission.

Individual tickets to Vanya are $15, ($10 students). Tickets may be purchased in person at the Opera House Box Office or by phone at 716-679-1891, Tuesday-Friday, 12-4:30 p.m. Tickets may be purchased online anytime at www.fredopera.org. Arts in the Afternoon at the Opera House is sponsored by Dr. James M. & Marcia Merrins.

For this production, the Opera House is equipped with assistive listening headsets for the hearing-impaired. Simply request one from any usher or Opera House staff member.

The 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center is a member-supported not-for-profit performing arts center with a mission to “present the performing arts for the benefit of our community and region … providing access to artistic diversity … and high quality programming at an affordable price.” It is located in Village Hall in downtown Fredonia. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.fredopera.org.