Chekhov across time and space

Feng also shares a personal connection to the play.

"The first large-scale production I saw in Germany was The Cherry Orchard, when I studied there back in the 1990s. The nearly five-hour performance epitomized realism in a way that made previous interpretations seem somewhat shallow by comparison," he recalls."Chekhov's work has an eternal relevance, not just because of its deep themes but because of its accessibility. He captures the surface of life while exploring its profound core. Chekhov is a treasure trove with endless possibilities for interpretation."