This year marks the 135th anniversary of Mikhail Bulgakov’s birth, the literary genius behind masterpieces like “The Master and Margarita,” “Ivan Vasilievich,” and “The Flight.” Discover which of the capital’s theaters are staging his witty comedies and poignant tragedies, as detailed in an article on mos.ru.
The play “Zoyka’s Apartment” was penned by Mikhail Bulgakov in 1925 specifically for the Vakhtangov Theatre, though it was fully realized in 1926. The plot centers on the resourceful young widow Zoya Pelts, who dreams of escaping to Paris with her lover, the former nobleman Oboyaninov. The current production is directed by the theater’s artistic director, Evgeny Pisarev.
“The Master and Margarita” stands as the pinnacle of Mikhail Bulgakov’s literary output. The author dedicated an impressive 12 years to its creation, during which both the title and narrative focus evolved. The production at the Satire Theatre is not a literal stage adaptation. The creative team focused on the storyline of the Master and Margarita, exploring their meeting and the role of Woland in their relationship.
The Satire Theatre also features another production based on Bulgakov’s work: a play that served as the foundation for the beloved 1973 film comedy “Ivan Vasilievich Changes His Profession.” The set design, by Russia’s People’s Artist Vladimir Arefiev, includes a time machine depicted as a large, hovering silver sphere.
The “Moskilet” service, in collaboration with the “School of Dramatic Art” theatre, organized a special evening for the city’s residents. Attendees enjoyed a guided tour, watched a performance, and had the opportunity to interact with the actors.
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This year marks the 135th anniversary of Mikhail Bulgakov’s birth, the literary genius behind masterpieces like “The Master and Margarita,” “Ivan Vasilievich,” and “The Flight.” Discover which of the capital’s theaters are staging his witty comedies and poignant tragedies, as detailed in an article on mos.ru.
The play “Zoyka’s Apartment” was penned by Mikhail Bulgakov in 1925 specifically for the Vakhtangov Theatre, though it was fully realized in 1926. The plot centers on the resourceful young widow Zoya Pelts, who dreams of escaping to Paris with her lover, the former nobleman Oboyaninov. The current production is directed by the theater’s artistic director, Evgeny Pisarev.
“The Master and Margarita” stands as the pinnacle of Mikhail Bulgakov’s literary output. The author dedicated an impressive 12 years to its creation, during which both the title and narrative focus evolved. The production at the Satire Theatre is not a literal stage adaptation. The creative team focused on the storyline of the Master and Margarita, exploring their meeting and the role of Woland in their relationship.
The Satire Theatre also features another production based on Bulgakov’s work: a play that served as the foundation for the beloved 1973 film comedy “Ivan Vasilievich Changes His Profession.” The set design, by Russia’s People’s Artist Vladimir Arefiev, includes a time machine depicted as a large, hovering silver sphere.
The “Moskilet” service, in collaboration with the “School of Dramatic Art” theatre, organized a special evening for the city’s residents. Attendees enjoyed a guided tour, watched a performance, and had the opportunity to interact with the actors.
