Chris Pine in Ivanov London

Watch the stage adaptation of Ivanov, a comic drama and revival of a classic Chekhov play, coming to London for a strictly limited summer run at the Bridge Theatre in 2027. 

Follow Ivanov's journey as he questions whether happiness will ever befall him while his world continues to fall apart. Will he find the strength to overcome melancholy and turn his life around? 

What is the plot of Ivanov? 

Ivanov is caught in a cycle of questioning whether he was ever happy, has forgotten how to be happy, or is simply experiencing burnout. The lines between reality and perception are blurred as he wonders if he will ever find happiness again. At this stage of life, he should be settled - married to the perfect woman and enjoying a successful career. But debts are mounting and his wife seems to have caught a strange, unexplained illness. 

He heads to a party at the Lebedevs', hoping to escape his problems and rediscover his passion for life. Instead, he drifts from party to party, running from the void in his life, which ultimately leads to an affair.    

Can Ivanov save his marriage, or will he lose everything he has built over the past decades? 

Why see Ivanov in London 

Ivanov, Anton Chekhov’s 19th-century drama, first took the stage in 1887. Originally commissioned as a comedy, Chekhov wrote the play in just ten days as a four-act drama he was unhappy with. He later revised it, and the final version was met with success and has since seen many revivals around the world. The play was last performed on London’s West End in 2008, with Kenneth Branagh in the lead role. 

Simon Stone, also the director behind another Bridge Theatre production this season – The Lady From the Sea – brings a bold new reimagining of Chekhov’s classic. Stone is known for his daring approach to classical texts, blending modernity and history in inventive ways. His interpretation of Ivanov, with Chris Pine in the starring role, is set to redefine Chekhov's play, and is certain to capture both public and critical attention in 2027. 

Who stars in Ivanov? 

Chris Pine, previously seen in Star Trek and Wonder Woman, makes his London debut in this daring new production of Ivanov. Bringing the complex character of Ivanov to life, this marks his first time on a live stage in over a decade. 

The other cast members are yet to be announced.

Book your tickets to see Ivanov 

Book tickets to see Ivanov with Visit London via the “Book now” button. Browse seat options, check prices and reserve your spot for this limited London play. Ivanov is set to run in London for 11 weeks, from 27 July until 16 October 2027.

Bridge Theatre venue details 

The Ivanov play is showing at the Bridge Theatre, located in Potters Fields Park right next to Tower Bridge, offering views of the Tower of London across the river. 

How to get there:  

• Underground – The nearest Tube stations are London Bridge (Northern and Jubilee lines) and Tower Hill (District and Circle lines), a 10 minutes’ walk away. 
• Bus – The following buses stop nearby at Tower Bridge (stop L): 42, 78 and 343.
• Cycle – Hire a Santander Cycles bike and ride direct towards Tooley Street where a Santander docking station can be found. 

When is Ivanov showing in London? 

Ivanov performances are scheduled to take place Mondays to Saturdays at 7.30pm, with matinees on Thursdays and Saturdays at 2.30pm. 

What is the running time of Ivanov? 

The running time for the Ivanov play is yet to be confirmed. 

What age is Ivanov suitable for? 

The Ivanov theatre play contains mature themes and is therefore recommended for anyone aged 12 and over. 

What other shows can I see in London? 

See Into the Woods return to the London stage for the first time in ten years at the Bridge Theatre. This production offers a fresh interpretation of many Grimm Brothers' tales, set to the enchanting music of Stephen Sondheim. Or Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the stage production of Les Misérables at the Sondheim Theatre, and immerse yourself in the timeless tale of post-revolutionary France, where former prisoner Jean Valjean is pursued by his lifelong nemesis, Javert.