Inside Rehearsals: The Seagull Starring Cate Blanchett, Emma Corrin, and Tom Burke

A star-studded revival of Anton Chekhov’s The Seagull is set to open at the Barbican this spring, featuring Cate Blanchett and Tom Burke in leading roles. Duncan Macmillan and Thomas Ostermeier have adapted the classic drama, bringing a contemporary edge to the production.

Previews begin on 26 February, ahead of an official opening on 6 March 2025, with performances running until 5 April.

The Cast

• Arkadina – Cate Blanchett (TÁR, Blue Jasmine)

• Trigorin – Tom Burke (The Souvenir, Strike)

• Nina – Emma Corrin (The Crown, Deadpool & Wolverine)

• Konstantin – Kodi Smit-McPhee (The Power of the Dog, Elvis)

• Polina – Priyanga Burford (An Enemy of the People)

• Medvedenko – Zachary Hart (An Enemy of the People)

• Shamrayev – Paul Higgins (The Thick of It)

• Masha – Tanya Reynolds (A Mirror, Sex Education)

• Sorin – Jason Watkins (The Lost Honour of Christopher Jefferies, The Crown)

Creative Team

• Adaptation by Duncan Macmillan and Thomas Ostermeier

• Director: Thomas Ostermeier

• Set Designer: Magda Willi

• Costume Designer: Marg Horwell

• Sound Designer: Tom Gibbons

• Casting Directors: Jim Carnahan and Liz Fraser

Performance Dates & Booking

• Venue: Barbican Theatre, London

• Previews Begin: 26 February 2025

• Opening Night: 6 March 2025

• Closing Night: 5 April 2025

This highly anticipated production marks Cate Blanchett’s return to the London stage, reuniting her with Tom Burke, following their collaboration on Steven Soderbergh’s upcoming film Black Bag.

With a stellar cast, an acclaimed creative team, and a fresh adaptation, this production of The Seagull is shaping up to be one of the theatre highlights of 2025.