Michael Shannon
Her adaptation of Anton Chekhov's "Uncle Vanya" premiered at the Soho Repertory Theatre in June 2012, running through August 26, and was called a "funky, fresh new production" by "The New York Times" reviewer. Directed by Sam Gold, the cast featured Reed Birney (as Vanya), Maria Dizzia, Georgia Engel, Peter Friedman, Michael Shannon (as Astrov), Rebecca Schull and Merritt Wever (as Sonya). Michael Shannon and Merritt Wever received the 2012 Joe A. Callaway Award for their performances.