Characters
VANYA
50s, living in ucks County. Resigned to his life, more or less, at least compared to Sonia.
SONIA
His adopted sister, early 50s, living with him in Bucks County. Discontent, upset, regretful.
MASHA
His sister, 50s, glamorous and successful actress who goes gallivanting around the world.
SPIKE
An aspiring actor, 29 or younger, sexy, self-absorbed, Masha's new companion.
NINA
Lovely, sincere would-be actress, early 20s, visiting her aunt and uncle next door. Starstruck and energetic.
CASSANDRA
Cleaning lady and soothsayer, any age, any race. In the original production, she was played by an African American actress in her late 20s.
Set in the present, a lovely farmhouse in Bucks County.