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Exhibition
Victor Tsoi. The Legend
Saint PetersburgSevkabel port
7Mo, 12:00Jul
30Tu, 20:30Sep
12+
Comedy
Khanuma
Saint PetersburgComedy Theater named after N. P. Akimov
7Mo, 19:00Jul
8Mo, 19:00Dec
16+
Drama
Quench my sorrows...
Saint PetersburgAcademic Drama Theater named after V.F. Komissarzhevskaya
7Mo, 19:00Jul
27Su, 19:00Jul
16+
Drama
Madame Bovary
Saint PetersburgSt. Petersburg Theatre Russian Enterprise named after Andrei Mironov
7Mo, 19:00Jul
12+
Excursion
Excursion to the Philharmonic
Saint PetersburgGreat Hall of the Shostakovich Philharmonic
8Tu, 11:00Jul
31Th, 12:00Jul
18+
Drama
Pound of Flesh
Saint PetersburgThe second stage of the BDT
8Tu, 19:00Jul
16+
Comedy
Lie Detector
Saint PetersburgSt. Petersburg Theatre Russian Enterprise named after Andrei Mironov
8Tu, 19:00Jul
9We, 19:00Jul
16+
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Play
Premiere
Brothers Karamazov
Saint PetersburgAcademic Maly Drama Theater - Theater of Europe
8Tu, 19:00Jul
15Tu, 19:00Jul
12+
Gala concert
Bravo, viewers!
Saint PetersburgMikhailovsky Theater
8Tu, 19:00Jul
12+
Children's play
Premiere
The Mistress of the Copper Mountain
Saint PetersburgMusical comedy theater
8Tu, 19:00Jul
12Fr, 19:00Sep
6+
Ballet
Premiere
Swan Lake
Saint PetersburgHermitage Theater
8Tu, 19:30Jul
29Tu, 19:30Jul
12+
Jazz and blues
Imaginary Friends Orchestra and Anton Ryazanov Project
Saint PetersburgAlexandrinsky Theater
8Tu, 19:30Jul
18+
Play
Premiere
Facing the Wall
Saint PetersburgBolshoi Drama Theater named after. G. A. Tovstonogova
9We, 17:00Jul
19Su, 17:00Oct
6+
Ballet
Premiere
Swan Lake
Saint PetersburgMikhailovsky Theater
9We, 19:00Jul
17Fr, 19:00Oct
18+
Drama
I was in the house and waited for the rain to come
Saint PetersburgBolshoi Drama Theater named after. G. A. Tovstonogova
9We, 19:00Jul
5Su, 18:00Oct
16+
Drama
Premiere
Romeo and Juliet in the Dark
Saint PetersburgAcademic Maly Drama Theater - Theater of Europe
9We, 19:00Jul
26Sa, 19:00Jul
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Popular
Circus on Fontanka
Gia Eradze "Burlesque"
Saint PetersburgThe Great St. Petersburg State Circus
10Th, 18:00Jul
31Su, 12:00Aug
16+
Comedy
Beauty and family
Saint PetersburgSt. Petersburg Theatre Russian Enterprise named after Andrei Mironov
10Th, 19:00Jul
13Sa, 19:00Sep
12+
Musical
Tulips
Saint PetersburgLDM Theater
10Th, 19:00Jul
13Su, 19:00Jul
16+
Drama
Graphoman
Saint PetersburgAcademic Drama Theater named after V.F. Komissarzhevskaya
10Th, 19:00Jul
16+
Drama
Shizgara
Saint PetersburgAcademic Drama Theater named after V.F. Komissarzhevskaya
10Th, 19:00Jul
30We, 19:00Jul
16+
Comedy
An Ideal Husband
Saint PetersburgComedy Theater named after N. P. Akimov
10Th, 19:00Jul
21Tu, 19:00Oct
12+
Drama
Premiere
Pi Day
Saint PetersburgBolshoi Drama Theater named after. G. A. Tovstonogova
10Th, 19:00Jul
11Fr, 19:00Jul
16+
Popular
Play
Premiere
Kholopi
Saint PetersburgBolshoi Drama Theater named after. G. A. Tovstonogova
10Th, 19:00Jul
13Su, 18:00Jul
16+
Drama
Ghosts
Saint PetersburgAcademic Maly Drama Theater - Theater of Europe
10Th, 19:30Jul
22Tu, 19:30Jul
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.