The Coast of Utopia

Interesting Facts

• «The Coast of Utopia» consists of three parts: «Voyage», «Shipwreck», and «Salvage».
• The play spans the period from 1833 to 1866 and tells the story of Russian intellectuals and revolutionaries.
• The main characters are real historical figures, such as Alexander Herzen, Mikhail Bakunin, and Ivan Turgenev.
• The play explores themes of freedom, revolution, and personal sacrifices for ideals.
• «The Coast of Utopia» has received numerous theatrical awards, including the Tony Award for Best Play.
• The premiere of the play took place in London in 2002 at the National Theatre.
• The production requires a large cast and complex staging, making it one of Stoppard's most ambitious works.