Top Events
Events
18+
Comedy
The Seagull
Saint PetersburgAcademic Maly Drama Theater - Theater of Europe
18Fr, 19:00Jul
16+
Ballet
Cinderella
Saint PetersburgMikhailovsky Theater
18Fr, 19:00Jul
29Sa, 18:00Nov
12+
Comedy
Robbery
Saint PetersburgSt. Petersburg Theatre Russian Enterprise named after Andrei Mironov
18Fr, 19:00Jul
19Fr, 19:00Sep
18+
Comedy
Too Married Taxi Driver
Saint PetersburgHouse of Culture Vyborgsky
18Fr, 19:00Jul
23Th, 19:00Oct
12+
Comedy
Doctor of Philosophy
Saint PetersburgComedy Theater named after N. P. Akimov
18Fr, 19:00Jul
28Tu, 19:00Oct
16+
Play
The Day will come...
Saint PetersburgAcademic Drama Theater named after V.F. Komissarzhevskaya
18Fr, 19:00Jul
16+
Play
Perfumer
Saint PetersburgLDM Theater
18Fr, 19:00Jul
6+
Ballet
Swan Lake
Saint PetersburgHermitage Theater
18Fr, 19:30Jul
19Tu, 19:30Aug
6+
Orchestra
Orchestra by the sea «Symphonic 80s!»
Saint PetersburgSevkabel port
18Fr, 20:00Jul
0+
Excursion
Tour of the public spaces of the Lakhta Center
Saint PetersburgLakhta Center
18Fr, 20:00Jul
20Su, 20:30Jul
12+
Exhibition
Victor Tsoi. The Legend
Saint PetersburgSevkabel port
18Fr, 20:30Jul
30Tu, 20:30Sep
12+
Excursion
The brilliant Alexandrinsky Theater
Saint PetersburgAlexandrinsky Theater
19Sa, 10:00Jul
23Sa, 13:00Aug
0+
Popular
Circus on Fontanka
Gia Eradze "Burlesque"
Saint PetersburgThe Great St. Petersburg State Circus
19Sa, 12:00Jul
31Su, 12:00Aug
16+
Play
B. Shaw. Pygmalion
Saint PetersburgSt. Petersburg Theatre Russian Enterprise named after Andrei Mironov
19Sa, 15:00Jul
10We, 19:00Sep
12+
Comedy
Lord of the flies
Saint PetersburgAcademic Maly Drama Theater - Theater of Europe
19Sa, 19:00Jul
6+
Ballet
Swan Lake (St. Petersburg Ballet)
Saint PetersburgHermitage Theater
19Sa, 19:00Jul
27We, 19:30Aug
16+
Musical
The mysterious story of Benjamin Button
Saint PetersburgLDM Theater
19Sa, 19:00Jul
20Su, 19:00Jul
16+
Comedy
Illusions of love
Saint PetersburgComedy Theater named after N. P. Akimov
19Sa, 19:00Jul
19Su, 19:00Oct
16+
Comedy
We are not alone, Darling!
Saint PetersburgHouse of Culture Vyborgsky
19Sa, 19:00Jul
0+
Jazz and blues
Jazz with an orchestra by the sea
Saint PetersburgSevkabel port
19Sa, 19:00Jul
6+
Rock
Rock hits on the roof with a symphony orchestra
Saint PetersburgRoof Place
19Sa, 19:00Jul
29Fr, 20:00Aug
16+
Drama
My Darling Helene
Saint PetersburgAcademic Drama Theater named after V.F. Komissarzhevskaya
19Sa, 19:00Jul
31Th, 19:00Jul
16+
Dance performance
Overcoat M
Saint PetersburgAlexandrinsky Theater
19Sa, 19:00Jul
20Su, 19:00Jul
18+
Drama
The Human Factor
Saint PetersburgAcademic Maly Drama Theater - Theater of Europe
19Sa, 19:30Jul
12+
Excursion
Theater Quarter
Saint PetersburgAlexandrinsky Theater
20Su, 13:00Jul
26Tu, 16:00Aug
Description
The State Drama Theater on Vasilyevsky Island emerged in 1989 as the experimental studio "Secret". This theater continues to crown itself with the best traditions of theatrical art in St. Petersburg, becoming a modern and modern institution. This is a unique combination of tradition and innovation. Initially starting as a private initiative, the theater became state registered in 1991. The actors of the theater on Vasilievsky, popularly known as the “Ostrovchane”, acquired a reputation among their colleagues from other theaters.
The main trump cards of the "island" theater were comedies and farces. The theater is not limited to genre boundaries, presenting both Russian and foreign classics, as well as introducing the public to modern playwrights. Many of the theater's works have been awarded the most prestigious awards in the world of theatrical art, such as "Golden Mask", "Triumph" and "Golden Spotlight". Productions from great masters such as Denis Khusniyarov, Vladimir Tumanov, Andrzej Buben, Artem Tsypin, attract full houses and receive high marks in the art world. Directors Roman Viktyuk and Rezo Gabriadze also collaborate at the theater. The Satire Theater performs at world festivals in Avignon, Paris, Helsinki, Berlin, Palermo, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Moscow and Gomel.
The theater's tours are not limited to the Leningrad region. The troupe of actors regularly travels outside the country, presenting their productions in near and far abroad. Touring in the CIS countries has also become a common practice for artists.
In addition to complex dramas and author’s variations, the theater’s repertoire also includes productions for children. Directors and actors create original fairy tales, beautifully designed and colorful to delight young audiences. The theater is also actively involved in charitable activities, providing assistance to children from disadvantaged and low-income families. Free charity performances become a constant holiday for young spectators.
Since its founding, the Vasilyevsky Island Theater, under the direction of Vladimir Slovokhotov, has attracted the best actors, which has significantly improved the reputation of the institution. The main troupe of the theater today includes outstanding actors: Yuri Itskov, Nadezhda Zhiderova, Mikhail Nikolaev, Ilya Noskov, Elena Martynenko, Natalya Lyzhina, Svetlana Shchedrina, Ekaterina Zorina, Maria Fefilova, Ekaterina Ryabova, Ilona Brodskaya, David Brodsky. The team is constantly replenished with young actors. The theater also houses a Chamber Stage, which hosts performances for small audiences and sometimes hosts contemporary art exhibitions.
The theater on Vasilyevsky is famous not only for its high-quality productions, but also for its original scenery, costumes and special effects used both on stage and in the hall itself. The theater is proud of its high ratings and positive audience reviews. The professionalism of the acting ensemble and the skill of the directors inspire you to attend the performances.