Chris Pine To Make London Stage Debut Next Summer!
The Star Trek Actor Leads Ivanov Cast
Chris Pine, best known for his role as James T Kirk in the Star Trek movie franchise, will be taking to the London stage next summer! The Hollywood star will be stepping into the lead role of Ivanov, a reimagined take on Anton Chekhov's work. The production, directed by Simon Stone, will be staged at the Bridge Theatre.
Although he is taking his first steps onto a London stage, Pine is no stranger to theatre. In the US he has performed in; The Atheist in New York (2006) and The Lieutenant of Irishmore in LA (2010). The Dungeons and Dragons star has released this statement following the announcement:
"I'm excited to bring this complex character and story to life and to take part in Simon's singular creative process," said Pine. Stone, whose past London hits include Yerma with Billie Piper at the Young Vic in 2016, is known for writing new scenes throughout his rehearsal process. He called Pine a "uniquely sensitive and brilliantly intelligent" actor. "I've seen in his work how hilarious he can be but also how moving: you can't do Chekhov without both. Ivanov is the most knotty of his male characters, a challenge and a gift."
Ivanov will play from 4 July to 19 September at London's Bridge Theatre. Stay tuned for ticket announcements!
