Stephen Mangan joins cast of The Cherry Orchard in London's West End
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(Updated on 20 Jul 2026)
**Stephen Mangan** is set to star alongside the previously announced **Kristin Scott Thomas** in a new West End production of *[The Cherry Orchard](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/play/the-cherry-orchard-tickets)*. **Anton Chekhov**’s final play will be presented in a fresh adaptation by **Conor McPherson**, directed by **Ian Rickson**, at the Harold Pinter Theatre from 3 October 2026 to 9 January 2027, with press night scheduled for 13 October.
**Mangan**, known for his work in *The Split* and *Episodes*, will take on the role of Lopakhin, appearing opposite **Scott Thomas** as Lyubov Ranevskaya. The pair lead a strong supporting cast including **Ruby Bentall** as Sharlotta, **Megan Cusack** as Dunyasha, **Karl Johnson** as Firs, **Noof Ousellam** as Yasha, **Nadia Parkes** as Anya, **Jack Riddiford** as Trofimov, **Vinette Robinson** as Varya, **Shubham Saraf** as Yepikhodov and **Peter Wight** as Gaev. Further casting is expected to be announced.
The production marks a reunion for **Mangan** and **Rickson**, who previously collaborated on *The Birthday Party* in 2018. **Rickson** also reunites with **Scott Thomas** following their acclaimed production of *The Seagull*, in which she won the Olivier Award for Best Actress. Meanwhile, **Rickson** and **McPherson** continue their long-standing creative partnership, having previously worked together on *The Weir* and *Uncle Vanya*.
**Chekhov**’s *The Cherry Orchard* remains one of theatre’s most enduring works, exploring a society on the brink of change. This new staging promises to bring fresh perspective to a timeless story of loss, transition and the passing of an era.
Playing at the Harold Pinter Theatre from 3 October 2026 to 9 January 2027, book your tickets to *[The Cherry Orchard](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/play/the-cherry-orchard-tickets)* today.