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Chekhov is one of the founding figures of 20th-century modern theater, but he is better known as one of the “World’s Three Great Short Story Writers.” Beyond his plays, his short stories are treasured for their depiction of the “little people,” reflecting the lives of ordinary individuals in a way that remains relevant even a century later. What kind of interesting chemistry will occur when Chekhov from 120 years ago meets the Gen Z of the 2010s in the hands of children?

The first play about Chekhov’s literature in Southern MalaysiaThe final performance of the theater festivalAll actors are children and teenagers aged 10-16Produced by Johor Bahru’s children’s drama education team, Original play: “The Eternal Chekhov!”

The story revolves around a school competition based on reading Chekhov’s stories. Three families participate in the competition, leading to a series of humorous, heartwarming, and interesting events. As the closing performance of the Chekhov Theater Festival, the audience will see classic Chekhov short stories such as “The Man in a Case,” “Pulling Carrots,” “Sleepy,” and “Vanka.” Moreover, they will witness how children use their unique perspectives to bring Chekhov’s stories into our daily lives, connecting and reflecting on our modern era through Chekhov’s works from 120 years ago.