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Tom Jensen @absurdistworld.bsky.social · Aug 15

This show highlights what masterful writers of comedy Chekhov and Shaw were. Hilarious and pitch-perfect acting from Maryann O'Brien, @joesargent87.bsky.social & Anthony Wise. Catch it before it ends on 23rd August!

SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Aug 8

✨ Press Night! ✨
Village Wooing vs The Proposal — two writers, two worlds, one night of razor-sharp comedy. Shaw’s charm meets Chekhov’s chaos, and the sparks are flying! So proud to bring these brilliant plays to life. 🎭

#ShawVsChekhov #VillageWooing #TheProposal #GeorgeBernardShaw #AntonChekhov

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The Shaw Society @shawsociety.bsky.social · Aug 8

Definition of a perfect summer evening!
Guinness and some food at the Tabard then watch @shaw2020.bsky.social in
‘Shaw vs Chekhov’ Brilliant comedy from #BernardShaw & #AntonChekhov
#LondonTheatre

tabard.org.uk/whats-on/sha...

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Aug 8

✨ Press Night! ✨
Village Wooing vs The Proposal — two writers, two worlds, one night of razor-sharp comedy. Shaw’s charm meets Chekhov’s chaos, and the sparks are flying! So proud to bring these brilliant plays to life. 🎭

#ShawVsChekhov #VillageWooing #TheProposal #GeorgeBernardShaw #AntonChekhov

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The Shaw Society @shawsociety.bsky.social · Aug 5

It’s turning into a bumper summer of Shaw in London with ‘Mrs Warren’s Profession’ at the Garrick till 16 Aug & @shaw2020.bsky.social in a sparkling double bill of romantic comedy ‘Shaw vs Chekhov’ at the Tabard Theatre (next to Turnham on Green District line) 6-23 Aug
#BernardShaw #londontheatre

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The Shaw Society @shawsociety.bsky.social · Aug 6

Opening night at ‘Shaw vs Chekhov’ at the Tabard Theatre for @shaw2020.bsky.social - we just got this message from the cast. It’s a double bill of comedy from two master playwrights. Running 6-23 Aug should be a great night out! #bernardshaw #londontheatre

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Aug 7

🎭 COMPETITION TIME!
Win two front row tickets to Press Night of Shaw vs Chekhov at @theatreattabard.bsky.social

🍸 Enjoy a complimentary drinks reception from 7pm
🎬 Curtain up at 7:30pm on Fri 8th Aug

To enter:
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Winner announced tomorrow at midday – don’t miss out!

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uk.broadwayworld.com @uk.broadwayworld.com · Aug 2

Yorkshire Day Cameo by Actor Anthony Wise Delights Fans

Cult film fans got an unexpected treat this Yorkshire Day when actor Anthony Wise - the man behind the iconic line 'Get in the back of the van!' from Withnail and I - resurfaced in a delightfully Instagram Reel posted by theatre company SHAW2020.

www.broadwayworld.com

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Aug 1

Happy Yorkshire Day!

Powered by passion, grit — and plenty of Yorkshire Tea. Keeping actors going during rehearsals, one brew at a time ☕💪

#YorkshireDay #YorkshireTea #Actors #theatre #BernardShaw #Chekhov #ShawVsChekhov #SHAW2020
@yorkshiretea.bsky.social

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Aug 1

It's August, that means SHAW vs CHEKHOV month!! 🎭

Rehearsal faces are the best!😂

Bernard Shaw's Village Wooing and Chekhov's The Proposal at @theatreattabard.bsky.social 6th -23rd August

Book tickets now, for these rarely performed classics - tabard.org.uk/whats-on/shaw-…#theatrer#actorsrs

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jul 30

Rehearsals for Chekhov's The Proposal are an absolute hoot!

Come and see this rarely performed piece, paired with Shaw's Village Wooing for SHAW vs CHEKHOV at @theatreattabard.bsky.social
From August 6th

Book Tickets to see the work of two masters in one evening - tabard.org.uk/whats-on/shaw-…

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jul 28

Huge thank you to the brilliant Billy Boyle for hosting our post performance Q&A yesterday. A great afternoon spent celebrating George Bernard Shaw on his birthday weekend at The Irish Cultural Centre.

@irishculturalcentr.bsky.social

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jul 26

🎉 Happy 169th birthday, Mr Shaw!
George Bernard Shaw's legacy inspires all we do—from bold classics to fresh takes. We bring Shaw & his contemporaries to today’s diverse audiences.
Discover more about our award-winning company: shaw2020.com

#GeorgeBernardShaw #Theatre

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jul 24

Book your tickets for a special performance of Bernard Shaw's charming comedy, 'Village Wooing', @irishculturalcentr.bsky.social
Sunday 27 Jul 14:30

There will be post-show Q&A with the company, hosted by renowned Irish actor Billy Boyle

Book tickets here- irishculturalcentre.co.uk/event/shaw20...

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jul 24

Cast social media take-over highlights from yesterday. Lots of fun was had.

Come and see them in action this weekend at @irishculturalcentr.bsky.social then in August at @theatreattabard.bsky.social

Book tickets- shaw2020.com/whats-on/

#ShawVsChekhov #Chekhov #GeorgeBernardShaw

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jul 19

It's hot and heavy in the rehearsal room today, get those windows open!!!

#ShawVsChekhov

Book tickets -
shaw2020.com/whats-on/

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Jonas Cemm FRSA @jonascemm.bsky.social · Jul 2

Thrilled to be involved.
Very interesting afternoon.
Shared the airwaves with legendary Kevin Rowland of Dexy's Midnight Runners, the amazingly talented Irish singer @christinetobinvox.bsky.social & friends from @shawsociety.bsky.social

Thank you @irishculturalcentr.bsky.social, had a great time

SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jul 2

Today our AD @jonascemm.bsky.social was a guest on the brilliant @irishculturalcentr.bsky.social radio show & podcast 'Bright Side of the Road'

Broadcast midday on Sunday @portobelloradio.com

Great to be able to promote GBShaw and our upcoming production of 'Village Wooing' to a wider audience

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jul 2

Today our AD @jonascemm.bsky.social was a guest on the brilliant @irishculturalcentr.bsky.social radio show & podcast 'Bright Side of the Road'

Broadcast midday on Sunday @portobelloradio.com

Great to be able to promote GBShaw and our upcoming production of 'Village Wooing' to a wider audience

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jun 23

"Peace is not only better than war, but infinitely more arduous."

#GeorgeBernardShaw #quote

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jun 17

Huge thanks to Evelyn Ellis — our favourite Shavian!

Her generous, encouraging angel donation means the world to us at SHAW2020 Theatre Company. With supporters like Evelyn, the show will go on. ❤️🎭

#Shaw2020 #SupportTheArts #Theatre #ShawVsChekhov #GBSHaw

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jun 14

We’re beyond grateful to Shelley Hasseldine for her angel donation to SHAW2020 🎭
After seeing our production of #MrsWarrensProfession, she became a generous supporter

We’re thrilled to have connected with Shelley-a true woman of the arts 💐

#SupportTheArts #ShawVsChekhov @shelleyhass.bsky.social

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jun 13

🎭 Huge thanks to Jane Mckinven — an outstanding theatre angel of SHAW2020!
Her generous donations have helped bring our productions to life.
On #NationalJaneDay, we’re raising the curtain and a glass in her honour!
#Theatre #SHAW2020 #ShawVsChekhov #SuportTheArts

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Apr 25

Meet the cast of #VillageWooing.
Returning to London this summer

1st to celebrate #GeorgeBernardShaw's birthday weekend on 27th July at @irishculturalcentr.bsky.social

In Aug we join the anniversary season at @theatreattabard.bsky.social celebrating their 40th!

Tickets available at shaw2020.com

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jun 10

The Shaw Versus series is collection of double-bills that pit a Shaw play against a piece from one of his contemporaries, writers who influenced him, or playwrights he ultimately inspired

The first instalment is #ShawVsChekhov at
@theatreattabard.bsky.social 6 - 23 August
Tickets- shorturl.at/rg0On

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Eoin O'Callaghan @eoineoc.bsky.social · Jun 9

Delighted to be involved with Shaw2020 and can't wait to see this double bill this summer. Get your tickets now!

SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jun 9

Summer theatre in Chiswick

Shaw vs. Chekhov: A Double Bill

Part of Theatre at the Tabard’s celebratory 40th anniversary season, from 6-23 August

VILLAGE WOOING by Bernard Shaw & THE PROPOSAL by Anton Chekhov

Book now for your chance to see these rarely performed plays- shaw2020.com/whats-on/

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SHAW2020 Theatre Company @shaw2020.bsky.social · Jun 9

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