By Lori Dugan/EAC
THATCHER — Family disagreements, unfulfilled dreams, and the challenges of country life take center stage when Eastern Arizona College’s Theatre Department presents Anton Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya, Nov. 11–14 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.
Set on a rural estate, Uncle Vanya tells the story of a hardworking family whose peaceful routine is disrupted when a retired professor and his younger wife arrive. Years of sacrifice, simmering resentments, and complicated relationships come to a head when the family’s home and livelihood are threatened.
Blending drama with unexpected humor, the play explores familiar questions about family loyalty, hard work, missed opportunities, and finding purpose when life doesn’t go as planned. Though written more than a century ago, its story of ordinary people facing extraordinary frustrations remains remarkably relatable.
Performances begin at 7 p.m. Nov. 11–14, with a 2 p.m. matinee Saturday, Nov. 14. The production is rated PG-13 for mature themes and violence.
Tickets are $5, with free admission for veterans and EAC students with a valid student ID. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime.
Tickets are available at https://www.eventbrite.com/
About Eastern Arizona College
Founded in 1888, Eastern Arizona College is Arizona’s oldest community college. Located in Thatcher, Arizona, EAC offers affordable, high-quality education through university transfer programs, career and technical education, and workforce training. Committed to student success, academic excellence, and community engagement, EAC provides opportunities for students to achieve their educational and career goals. For more information, visit www.eac.edu.
