The Seagull
Synopsis
Anton Chekhov's play "The Seagull" is brought to life in this acclaimed 1975 production directed by John Desmond. Seeking to reform the theater, Konstantin (Frank Langella) has written an experimental play with the lead to be acted by his beloved, Nina (Blythe Danner). He arranges the first performance to take place at a country estate, but the presence of his self-absorbed mother (Lee Grant) and her novelist lover disrupts the production.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John J. Desmond
- Screenplay & Story
- Stark Young, Anton Chekhov
- Original Score
- Arthur B. Rubinstein
- Original Title
- The Seagull
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Production Studios
- Broadway Theatre Archive
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John J. Desmond
Stark Young, Anton Chekhov
Arthur B. Rubinstein
Department Leadership Roster
John J. Desmond
Director
Stark Young
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Seagull
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Seagull about?
Anton Chekhov's play "The Seagull" is brought to life in this acclaimed 1975 production directed by John Desmond. Seeking to reform the theater, Konstantin (Frank Langella) has written an experimental play with the lead to be acted by his beloved, Nina (Blythe Danner). He arranges the first performance to take place at a country estate, but the presence of his self-absorbed mother (Lee Grant) and her novelist lover disrupts the production.
Who directed The Seagull?
The Seagull was directed by John J. Desmond.
Who stars in The Seagull?
The principal cast of The Seagull includes Blythe Danner, Frank Langella, Lee Grant, Kevin McCarthy, Marian Mercer.
When was The Seagull released and how long is it?
The Seagull was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.
Who composed the musical score for The Seagull?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Seagull was composed by Arthur B. Rubinstein.