About event
Date
11 January
Time
15:00
Duration
~ 2 hours
Place
Baltic House
Please note that the cast may change.
Director: Valery Stepanov
Casting: Igor Goppikov, Alexander Muravitsky, Vladimir Boykov, Denis Mukhoyan, Ksenia Olkhovskaya, Elena Sokhatskaya, Polina Garanenkova
The play “Rhinoceros in Love” at the Baltic House Theatre is a vivid embodiment of the work of the Chinese playwright Liao Yimei. The play, first staged in 1999 by director Meng Jinghui, quickly gained popularity and became a cult classic in modern Chinese theatre.
The plot of the play revolves around a zookeeper who is madly in love with his neighbor Mingming. Their relationship begins with mutual sympathy, but the girl's feelings soon cool. Blinded by love, the main character decides to take a desperate step - kidnapping Mingming to prove his devotion and willingness to sacrifice everything for her. However, what can a simple zookeeper who cares for rhinoceroses offer?
This tragicomic story reveals to the viewer the depth of human experiences, makes you think about the nature of love, hope and despair. Every moment of the play is filled with emotional tension, which makes it unforgettable for the audience.
If you want to immerse yourself in the world of Chinese dramatic art and experience all the twists and turns of their complex relationships with the characters, do not miss the opportunity to attend the play "Rhino in Love" at the "Baltic House". Buy tickets on our website - this is the most convenient way to secure your place at this amazing performance.