Oldham actor William Ash performs Chekhov's Vanya at library
Oldham-born actor William Ash will perform his one-man adaptation of Chekhov's Uncle Vanya at Oldham Library on April 8 and 9, 2026. The play, titled Vanya, is written by Simon Stephens and directed by Tony Mooney. Ash previously performed the role in London's West End with Andrew Scott and at The Millgate Arts Centre in Delph on April 3-4. Tickets cost £6 and are already in high demand. The 49-year-old actor is known for roles in Emmerdale, Waterloo Road, and Clocking Off.