Famous animal trainer Yuri Kuklachev. Cat Theater: address, repertoire, reviews

2024 Author: Leah Sherlock | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 05:25

More than one generation of children strives to get into the magical world, the main inhabitants of which are cats. And Yuri Kuklachev provides them with such an opportunity. The theater he created is famous all over the world.

Everyone who saw the artist, first of all, note his unusually kind expression on his face, naively wide open bright eyes. Who else could cats love? Freedom-loving animals are in no hurry to obey humans. But in this case, this rule does not work. Pets perform unusual, amazing tricks, it would seem, easily and naturally. Only Kuklachev knows how difficult it is for furry artists.

The theater of cats created by him celebrated its 25th anniversary. Over the years, the three children of the clown grew up and became participants in the cat's life. The eldest son received the title of Honored Stage Master, the daughter draws and illustrates her father's books, participates in performances, the youngest is a ballet dancer and also solos in his father's theatrical performances.

How does he do it

Being a clown Yuri aspired from childhood. He had to overcome many difficulties before his talentappreciated. At the very beginning, the teachers of the circus school did not at all recognize that the young man had it. But after Kuklachev found a kitten on the street, he understood how to act, and made love for cats the meaning of his life.

Pets love him back. After all, you can't train a cat. She always does what she wants. But it is possible to educate her, as the people's artist himself says. He lives with his little friends on stage, not just performing. Viewers note that fluffy animals are very comfortable and cozy in the hands of the artist. They are not afraid to perform, and they are not shy in front of the public, because in their “apartments” backstage they never knew cruel treatment from people, and therefore they do not expect it from anyone in the hall. And therefore, they trust and fully reveal their talents to the public.

Where it all happens

The place where Kuklachev works is the Theater of Cats. Currently, it is a state budgetary institution. The first performances took place within its walls in 1990, when the premises in which it is currently located was donated to the artist by the Moscow City Hall. Since then, the Kuklachev Theater has not changed its location. Its address is still the same: Moscow, Kutuzovsky Prospekt, house 25. Getting here is easy. It is enough to take the metro train and get to the station of the same name, then travel one stop by public transport. Also from the Kyiv metro station there are buses and fixed-routeTaxi. Another option would be a walk from the Studencheskaya metro station.

How much is the pleasure to get to the performance, which gives the theater Kuklachev? The price fluctuates, the minimum is 1200 rubles.

What artists are showing

The theater's repertoire changes regularly. Although, if new performances appear, this does not mean that the viewer will no longer see the old ones. On the contrary, the disappearance from the poster means that the tailed artists are rehearsing hard at this time and will delight the viewer again in the near future. And this is no accident. After all, it takes several years to create one performance. Currently the most popular is "My Favorite Cats". 70 tailed pets take part in it, many of which used to be homeless. Talent does not depend on the breed. It happens that a dirty, hungry kitten turns out to be a great artist.

Another performance that is offered to the audience was created by Dmitry Kuklachev. It is called “I am a Clown!” and tells how much can be achieved with perseverance and a sincere desire to fulfill your dream in life.

Another performance about perseverance in achieving the goal is called Cats-show. It also talks about how, using your work, you can become an artist. No wonder Kuklachev started working with cats.

Ballet is not a hindrance

The theater in which they play the main roles brings only positive emotions, joy and fun, as well as simple communication with these cute animals. But the performance"People and Cats" has a comedic focus. It also combined choreography and clowning for the first time. This innovation was introduced by the youngest son of Kuklachev - Vladimir.

Not only cats take part in performances. The dog is involved. Surprisingly, mustachioed artists are not at all afraid of her. The dynamics and exciting plot will be of interest to school children, although younger viewers can be seen among the visitors. There is nothing wrong with that, because the performance teaches love for animals, a good attitude towards people.

Human Lessons

The room where Kuklachev performs - the theater - has become a place in which kindness is not only born and lives, but also increases thanks to the lessons that are taught here. Everyone who wants to visit it should come to the theater half an hour before the start, because first there is an introductory tour. During it, the children will see the museum, which contains exhibits related to cats from different parts of the world. They will also visit the “fluffy apartments”, where they will be able to see in what comfortable, satisfying and free conditions Kuklachev keeps his pets.

The theater will also allow you to see how artists raise animals, get acquainted with how you can teach your pet to perform various tricks at home. All classes with children are conducted in a playful way, entertaining and exciting.

Cats, of which there are about 120 in the theater, live in comfortable glass enclosures. There they have everythingnecessary for sleep, play and eating. Pets are fed with dry or natural food. Chicken meat is purchased at a special poultry farm. The he alth of pets is monitored by veterinarians who regularly perform a medical examination of each cat.

Not just a clown

Don't be surprised that the rooms are clean and comfortable. How could a kind clown arrange a bad existence behind the scenes for his most beloved and valuable artists? Of course not! After all, he devoted his whole life to them. In addition to speaking, he writes books about animals, travels to schools with lessons of kindness. He even visits institutions where teenagers who once stumbled are punished. With the help of a special program, he tries to explain to them that not everything is lost in life and that it is possible to get back on a flat road.

Has Kuklachev and other hobbies. Surprisingly, he has enough time to draw, carve wood and act in films.

Spectators who visited the Kuklachev Theater leave the most positive reviews. Children are especially happy and satisfied, of course. After all, they enter the wonderful world of magic and fairy tales, the main characters of which are charming cats.