Anton Chekhov is a Tasty Snack

Penfold Theatre presents the world premiere of a new play commissioned from acclaimed Austin playwright Jenny Connell Davis!

In this fast-and-loose adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s The Seagull, a small-yet-ambitious Texas theatre company is determined to stage the most impressive production of this classic play the town has ever seen. However, as rehearsals drag on for months, the boundary between art and life blurs, and the cast finds themselves descending into chaos, mirroring the play’s own themes of passion and folly. This hilarious new comedy captures the absurdity and challenges of making theater, showcasing Davis’s sharp wit and keen understanding of the human condition.

Known for her work as the in-house writer for the Emmy-award-winning Baobab Studios, Davis has screenplays in development with Fox/Disney, Amazon Studios, Sony, and more. Her award-winning plays have been produced nationwide, solidifying her reputation as a significant voice in contemporary American theater.

“Things on stage should be as complicated and yet as simple as in life. People dine – just dine – while their happiness is made and their lives are smashed.” -Anton Chekhov

This project is funded in part by the City of Round Rock.