The play "Egoists": audience reviews

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

In the theatrical environment, it happens infrequently that if the production is accepted with a bang, it becomes successful for the whole season. The play “Egoists” with V. Kotlyarsky, V. Feklenko and A. Bobrov is a vivid example of this. The artists went on a tour of the cities of the country to present this funny comedy. What came of it - let's try to figure it out.

Sink into problems

“Egoists” is not an original production, but a story based on a play by Mika Mylluaho. Especially for the theatrical version of "Panic" was adapted by Moscow authors, and the director was Harold Strelkov.

What are the “Egoists” talking about? The performance (photo attached) tells about three men who have known each other since childhood. They know each other so well that they seem to be unable to miss important events in the lives of their comrades. When one of the heroes solves the problems that have arisen, the rest are immediately connected. But the common cause does not bring results - instead of a happy ending, friends find themselves mired in even greater worries …

Fashion trends reveal souls

The idea to adapt a performance of similar content arose after the release of the full-length films “Whatmen say” and “What girls are silent about”. Definitely, talking about experiences has become fashionable! It was decided to make the representatives of the strong half the characters of the production. Why? Because men are able to carry problems through irony, selfishness, laughter, sports and even tears. This is how the performance “Egoists” turned out to be so versatile, reviews of which confirm: weaknesses are not alien to men either!

Types of main characters

The main characters of "Egoists" are represented by images in which every second inhabitant of our country will find his reflection. These are successful, confident in themselves and in the future, men who have taken place in the profession, who are a little “over thirty”. The love drama changes the idea of life: ideas are questioned, and principles are revised. How I would like to think that we are irreplaceable! But is it really?

The combination of opposite types, united by a single friendship, distinguishes the play "Egoists" with Kotlyarsky. Reviews of those who watched the production come down to the opinion that the three friends did not accidentally think about their own lives. Looking at a famous TV presenter, a lover of women and a fan of expensive cars, you understand that his impeccability is nothing more than an artificially created opinion, and a fashion designer who has suddenly become a guru in the field of psychology is so worried about problems that he just sits at home for a long time.

What is mutual aid? Where will the heroes find a way out of the current situation, pulling to the bottom? There is only one effective way - the desire to speak out on a par with the ability tolistening, and the ability to forgive and understand will be a wonderful release from guilt.

Traveling around Russia

On many pages in social networks, the organizers of the performance posted the tour schedule. For several months, the production traveled to different parts of the country. Where tickets were bought poorly or the minimum number of spectators was not recruited, the performance had to be cancelled. Fans of the leading actors asked those who have already watched it to express their opinions. They were overwhelmingly positive.

What do you remember about the play “Egoists”? The feedback from the audience was unanimous. This is a very strong emotional production, where the actors, along with the characters, transform before our eyes. It's about the change in mood as the three friends learn the price of a real relationship. In this regard, all the artists performed wonderfully, fully revealing the character of the characters.

Meet the actors

For his acting career, Vladislav Kotlyarsky played in more than 60 films. Moreover, he treats negative images positively. Most viewers remember him from the TV series “Capercaillie” and “Karpov”. And now, given the wild popularity of The Selfish, they know how good the theater actor is.

Kotlyarsky, according to the audience, takes the leading place in the production. Now it is difficult to imagine someone else, and few people know that at first Vladislav did not want to accept the role. He was too busytelevision projects. However, he nevertheless agreed to the play “Egoists”.

Actors Alexander Bobrov and Vladimir Feklenko are quite young stars, but they managed to loudly declare themselves. Their tandem turned out to be bright - they are natives of different countries (Russia and Ukraine), and each of them brought color and charisma to his character. They perceive Vladislav as a senior comrade. They have known him for a long time, they played together in TV shows.

The performance “Egoists” with Kotlyarsky, Bobrov and Feklenko is a story that makes you think about your own life. Despite the ease of perception, the presence of humor and comical scenes, it does not carry an entertainment focus. It successfully combined frightening authenticity and tear-inducing drama. According to those who watched the performance, it is equally designed for both women and men, capable of penetrating the feelings of anyone.

Ways to fight

The mid-life crisis is the main “dish” that the play “Egoists” with Kotlyarsky offers the viewer. Reviews come down to the fact that the leading actors managed to show this very crisis. Moreover, to find a reason why one should live on, albeit with changed stereotypes.

According to the actors themselves, the midlife crisis, characteristic of both sexes, actually exists. So, Vladislav Kotlyarsky survived him, going headlong into work. The rest of the artists, on the contrary, admit that this period, despite their “young” age, was harder for them. Alexander Bobrov felt a change in everything, even in the desire to quit smoking. Vladimir Feklenkotends to conclude that the crisis contributes to a reassessment of values, makes you look at things differently, while optimism disappears, which is bad for the representatives of the strong half. “Egoists” is just about how to instill lost faith and strength in the main character.

Life values: love and friendship

What is the play “Egoists” dedicated to? Reviews of the audience call the main message of the production - understanding oneself through the actions performed. The tragedy is added by the heroes' awareness of the fact that half their lives have already been lived. Subconsciously, the analysis of committed and not yet done actions begins. The story takes place on the verge of a nervous breakdown, which takes away a huge amount of strength from the performers of the main roles.

Musical component

“Egoists” has absorbed several genres. Perhaps such a successful combination makes the performance stay afloat for a long time. During the performance, the actors take up the guitars, sing and dance more than once. For the audience, this is a kind of relaxation, removing the shade of drama. And also another opportunity to make sure that talented artists are talented in everything.

Heroes are experiencing a midlife crisis. But thanks to the musical component, the performance “Egoists” helped to reveal favorite artists from an unprecedented side. Feedback from viewers speaks of a masterful transformation that they did not expect. How did they not think that the stern Karpov would dance a merry samba, and the naive Agapov would perform rock that took the soul.

A simple story aboutthe complexities of life

Summing up, we can say with confidence that the production, which is sold out in Russian cities, is a great opportunity to look at yourself from the outside. This is a story about how our life is filled with recreated trifles, mistakenly taken as a basis. Do not be afraid to change something!

The play “Egoists” with Kotlyarsky (photo of the performance from different cities is attached) makes the audience staggering, making its way under the very skin, leaving a long aftertaste. In their reviews, they talk about the excellent acting ensemble, which shocked with multifaceted talent. And a complex author's idea, with which the production as a whole coped. “Egoists” is a performance with meaning that will not leave anyone indifferent!