Cate Blanchett stars in a modern update of Chekhov's The Seagull at the Barbican Theatre in London. The play features a remarkable ensemble of home-grown talent and showcases Blanchett's previous experience in the theater. The production, directed by Thomas Ostermeier, features dowdy costumes and unshowy antics, but the individual performances are impressive. The show is sold out, but it may be filmed for aspiring actors to admire the high-end acting.