Oblomov

Daytime boredom, existential boredom, boredom here and boredom there. Yes, that’s what Oblomov is (also) about. But despite all the boredom, this isn’t at all boring at any time. Why? Because Russian realism together with the Dejvice ensemble has been a guarantee of quality for many seasons already. Whether it’s an adaptation of Dostoyevsky, Gogol or Goncharov. And tales from Oblomov’s estate are no exception. Ivan “don’t call me an introvert" Trojan’s Thalia award was well-deserved. Macháček again proves that he is considerably happier on the stage than in front of the camera. And together they are like a enamored couple on a bicycle made for two. The other actors are also outstanding, but simply play second fiddle (here. In other situations Krobotová, Novotný and Myšička would be praised to the hills for their performances). (09.10.2008)