Chekhov Theater (Taganrog): history, repertoire, troupe

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The Chekhov Theater (Taganrog) has existed since the 19th century. His repertoire is varied and designed for different age categories of viewers. The theater is directed by Sergei Davidovich Gert, Honored Art Worker of Russia.

History of the theater

Chekhov's Theater (Taganrog) began its existence in 1827. It was then that the first troupe of drama actors appeared in the city. It was a castle theatre. It was located in the annex of the house of the merchant Karayani. In 1828, 13 serf musicians were purchased for the theatre. The first troupe of the Taganrog theater existed for 20 years. The artists played performances not only in their city, but also went on tour. The repertoire included vaudeville, comedies, as well as performances based on plays by N. V. Gogol and V. Shakespeare.

In 1845, the city authorities asked the government for money to build a theater building. But this did not happen. The theater was built, but the townspeople collected money for it. In November 1866, the first performance took place. For 20 years there were two troupes in the theater. One is an opera house, where artists from Italy worked. The second is a drama one, in which actors from Russia served. ItalianThe troupe consisted of 100 artists. In Russian there were 20 actors. Opera performances were more popular among the townspeople than drama performances.

In the 70s of the 19th century, the picture changed. The drama troupe has doubled in number of artists, and its popularity with the audience has increased. After the revolution, the Chekhov Theater (Taganrog) experienced a stagnant period in creativity. In 1941 the city was occupied by the Germans. Actors who were of Jewish origin were shot by the Nazis. Many artists have gone to the front. In 1943, when the city was liberated from the invaders, the troupe no longer existed. Guest performers performed in the theatre. A new troupe appeared in 1945. The eighties and nineties were the heyday of the theater.

Today the troupe actively tours and takes part in festivals.

Performances for adults and children

The repertoire of the Chekhov Theater (Taganrog) includes the following performances:

• "Scraps in back streets".
• "Whistle everyone upstairs!".
• "Oh, that Anna!".
• "Angel".
• "All mice love cheese."
• "Tartuffe, or the Deceiver".
• Pygmalion.
• "About Ivanushka the Fool".
• "Elegant wedding".
• Mad Money.
• "The pearl is black, the pearl is white."
• "The performance will be announced later!".
• "Darling".
• "Playing in a friendly family, or a side dish in French."
• Oscar.
• "New Year in Prostokvashino".
• "Forgive me, my snow-white angel…".
• "Memorial Prayer".
• "Schooltemptation.”
• Wizard of Oz.
• "Youth of Louis XIV".
• Pippi Longstocking.
• "Babes".
• "Prima Donnas".
• "Farewell tour of Prince K.".
• "An invitation to the castle."
• "Vasilisa the Beautiful".
• "The Canaries are in Spain, Mom!".
• "D-R".
• "The door to the adjoining room."
• "Two Baba Yagas".
• "Last page".
• "Scarlet Flower".
• "An extra person".
• "Three jokes".
• "Pure family business."
• "The Man in the Case".
• "The public is not allowed to watch."

Troup

The Chekhov Theater (Taganrog) is 16 wonderful actors and 15 wonderful actresses:

• S. Gert (aka Artistic Director).
• I. Gritsenko (Honored Artist of the Russian Federation).
• E. Borsakbaev.
• A. Semyonov.
• S. Nesvetova.
• B. Korchanov.
• E. Fedorovskaya (Honored Artist of the Russian Federation).
• Oh. Radchenko.
• N. Krasnyanskaya.
• B. Yegelsky.
• T. Boyko.
• A. Topolskov (Honored Artist of the Russian Federation).
• M. Dren.
• I. Perunov
• M. Kushnikov.
• B. Psel.
• K. Tuzova (Honored Artist of the Russian Federation).
• A. Shitikov.
• B. Bashlykov.
• S. Barinov.
• M. Resurrection.
• A. Cherenkov.
• Oh. Bilinskaya.
• E. Klyucherova.
• N. Bashlykova.
• S. Musalimova.
• T. Shabaldas.
• B. Lazebnikov.
• R. Pylaev.
• A. Resurrection.
• I. Savchenko.

Artistic Director

The Chekhov Theater (Taganrog) "lives" under the strict guidance of Sergei Gert. He takes part in many productions as an actor. S. Gert has the title of Honored Artist of Russia. Sergei graduated from the Kazan Theater School in 1982. And in 2005 - the Academy of Retraining of Workers of Culture, Art and Tourism. Sergei Davidovich began his career in Orsk, in the Drama Theater named after A. S. Pushkin. In Taganrog since 1987. During his creative life, he has already played more than a hundred roles. Sergei Davidovich received the title of Honored Artist of Russia in 1998. S. Gert was awarded certificates of honor, thanks, diplomas, a commemorative medal dedicated to the 150th anniversary of A. P. Chekhov. And he is also a laureate of awards in the field of art and culture. In 2012, Sergei Davidovich was awarded the title of Honored Artist of the Russian Federation.

Festival

The Chekhov Theater (Taganrog) is the organizer of the festival. It was first held in the city in 1980. The name of the festival is "In the homeland of A. P. Chekhov". Artists from Russia, Spain, Japan, Ukraine, Italy, Croatia, Australia, Germany and other countries take part in it. Taganrog is the birthplace of Anton Pavlovich. For the city, the festival is a significant event that brings a holiday into the life of its inhabitants. Spectators get the opportunity to see interesting productions from all over the world, get acquainted with variousgenres and trends. Participants of the festival must visit the house where Anton Pavlovich Chekhov was born.