Alexandrinka's Siege Diary in Saint Petersburg, Alexandrinsky Theater

Please note, it is possible to change the cast.

Director: Igor Volkov.

Cast: Anna Velichko, Sergey Belikov.

Performance «The Siege Diary of Alexandrinka» at the Alexandrinsky Theater is a true story about life in the theater during the siege of Leningrad. The event is dedicated to the tragic period when the theater became a hostel and bomb shelter for more than 200 people. The performance premiered on January 27, 2023 and was awarded a diploma from the XIV Monocle Festival of Solo Performances. for preserving the memory of the feat of Leningrad artists.

The Alexandrinsky Theater, where the performance will take place, is one of the oldest theater venues in Russia. The theater building, located in the center of St. Petersburg, has a rich history and architectural heritage. During the siege of Leningrad, the theater became home to employees who were unable to evacuate. The artist Nikolai Vladimirovich Levitsky, who was appointed commandant of the building and chief of staff of the MPVO, led the siege life of the theater.

The basis for the performance was the surviving recordings of Nikolai Levitsky, documents from the archives of the Alexandrinsky Theater and the Musical Comedy Theater, as well as the memories of actors and documentary evidence about the siege of Leningrad. All these materials were carefully researched and adapted by the authors of the play to create a siege diary that Levitsky could keep.

For those who want to attend the play “The Siege Diary of Alexandrinka”, we offer a convenient opportunity to buy tickets on our website. This will allow you to book your seats in advance and avoid queues at the theater box office.

Don't miss the chance to touch history and see a unique theatrical performance. You can Buy tickets on our website at any convenient time. Visit the Alexandrinsky Theater and witness a touching story about life under the siege.