Smile Upon Us, Lord

Rimas Tuminas' adaptation of two novels by fellow Lithuanian Grigory Kanovich is a dreamy, ruminative, comedic road trip about the parlous fortunes of Eastern European Jews at the start of the 20th century. A period piece that carries a modern conscious, Smile Upon Us is a Becket-like "Waiting for Jehovah" that has garnered rave reviews during its recent runs in both London and New York and promises to be just as memorable on the big screen. Featuring three towering figures from the Russian stage, Viktor Sukhorukov, Aleksei Guskov and Vladimir Simonov.

Includes 15 minute intermission

About the Director:
A recipient of the State Prize of the Russian Federation, the National Prize of Lithuania, a Golden Mask Award and the Order of Friendship for his major contribution to the development of cultural ties with the Russian Federation, Rimas Tuminas is undeniably one of the most decorated stage directors in Russia today. His works have been presented across the globe from Shanghai to New York, and since taking over as Artistic Director at Moscow's Vakhtangov Theatre, he has transformed the legendary theatre into a venue of must-see events. His productions of Eugene Onegin, Uncle Vanya and Smile Upon Us, Lord have all garnered rave reviews and has earned praise from fellow artists, including Ralph Feinnes, who considers Tuminas' Uncle Vanya to be" his "favorite performance, a performance of his heart."