Zhuravlev Dmitry Nikolaevich - Soviet actor, master of the artistic word

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Zhuravlev Dmitry is a famous actor, reciter, director and teacher of the USSR and Russia. He is a laureate of the Stalin of the second degree.

Birth of a great artist

The future recognized artist of the USSR was born in October 1900 in the Kharkov region, in the village. Alekseevka. It was in Ukraine in 1900 that a small star of a big man was lit, who will have a decisive influence on future generations.

First steps

The Russian actor began his creative flight in the Drama Theater of Simferopol in 1920. Then one year (from 1922 to 1923) he spends in the drama studio of M. Minay. At this time, he also plays in the team of E. Lyubimov-Lensky at the Kalyaevsky People's House. It is noteworthy how well Dmitry Zhuravlev could combine study and work. However, he achieved success everywhere. Since 1924, a talented artist began working at the Third Studio of the Moscow Art Theater. This continues for 4 long years, which the artist spends on hard work on himself and honing his skills. These were years of hard acting improvement and self-discovery. But they were not in vain, and broughtlong-awaited results.

New step

From 1928=to 1936 (some sources say up to 1939) Zhuravlev Dmitry Nikolaevich finds new territory for himself to develop his creative potential. It was at this time that he plays his significant roles, which have a significant impact on him: Dudin, Slesarev, Miller, Jouvet. This period the actor considered one of the best in his creative life. A rich theatrical experience and new acquaintances with interesting people - that was the main thing for the artist at that time. The Vakhtangov Theater marked the beginning of wide popularity.

Discovery of new talent

In 1928, Dmitry Zhuravlev discovers another amazing talent in himself. He starts reading poetry. Not just to read, but to inspire and crush listeners with your reading. The audience was delighted. Several bright speeches quickly revealed his lively talent as a speaker.

And it all started with rare readings of works by A. S. Pushkin, A. A. Blok, V. V. Mayakovsky and stories by M. M. Zoshchenko and I. E. Babel. At first it was more of a hobby than a conscious activity. Over time, the artist became more and more fond of this, but continued to consider it only literary pampering. But a keen interest in the recitation of poetry and the presence of a natural gift did their job. Dmitry Nikolaevich is zealously interested in the work of the reader A. Ya. Zakushnyak. It was this, according to the artist himself, that most of all changed his attitude towards poems.

Already at the beginning of his career as a reader, heis fond of poetry by A. Akhmatova and B. Pasternak. One should not think that he was limited only to the Russian literary circle. Zhuravlev actively studies foreign works, and soon he has his favorite selections, which he gladly recites to a stunned public. The circle of his interests included the work of P. Merime and G. Maupassant. He proudly read the poems of his contemporaries: E. Bagritsky, V. Tikhonov, A. Tvardovsky, E. Yevtushenko and A. Voznesensky.

1930 was a special year for Dmitry Nikolaevich, as he performed with his program: "The Bronze Horseman" by A. S. Pushkin, "Out loud" by V. V. Mayakovsky, "Matryonishcha" by M. M. Zoshchenko, "S alt" by I. E. Babel and "Bobok" by F. M. Dostoevsky in the House of Writers. A successful year in 1931 gradually develops into an equally happy year for a creative career. It was in 1931 that the master of the artistic word gives his first personal concert in the Small Hall of the Moscow Conservatory named after P. I. Tchaikovsky "Egyptian Nights" and "Autumn".

In 1937, he took second place in the First All-Union competition of reciters. Having finished with this, he immediately shows himself as an excellent film actor and starred in the film Journey to Arzrum. In the tape, he plays the role of A. S. Pushkin. Judging by the reviews of critics and moviegoers, he did an excellent job.

Soon a talented artist appears as a soloist of the Moscow Philharmonic. At this time, A. P. Chekhov began to appear and dominate in his repertoire. He reads his novels and stories with genuine pleasure. Listenersfeel this and are delighted with the dedication of the reader to his work. In 1954, he creates a new program, which is completely based on the work of A. P. Chekhov. Ten long years later, after being fed up with the works of this author, Dmitry Nikolayevich has a new passion - M. Yu. Lermontov. In the same year, he creates the Lermontov program in two episodes.

He is beginning to be treated with increasing respect. This man conquers the hearts of not only ordinary listeners, but also the "cream" of society. They begin to notice him, and soon he becomes a consultant for many programs. The artist's advice is carefully listened to and they try to follow it exactly.

Finally, after a long ten years, his talent as a reader was awarded the Stalin Prize. This was an important event in the life of Dmitry Nikolayevich. A certain level was reached, the person realized that he was appreciated and noticed. After that, he begins to look for self-expression in other industries.

Teaching field

Honored Artist of the USSR dedicated 20 years of his career to teaching. From 1955 to 1975 he worked for the benefit of students at the Moscow Art Theater School named after Nemirovich-Danchenko. In 1971 he became a studio professor.

Voice cartoons

This period of his life is also significant for the fact that the people's artist masters a new craft. The voice acting of cartoons brings him not only joy, but also popularity. He has been engaged in this activity from 1964 to 1967. During this time, he manages to voice four cartoons (“Lefty”, “Like one manfed two generals”, “Go there, I don’t know where”, “The Tale of the Evil Giant”).

Memory

Experience, diligence and bright talent of Dmitry Nikolayevich influenced several generations of readers. People listen to his work. The master's advice is valued today no less than before. In addition, many famous readers studied precisely with Zhuravlev. Among them are A. Kutepov, Y. Shishkin, I. Chizhova and others.

During his difficult life, Dmitry Zhuravlev, an actor, director and reader, even managed to write and publish a couple of books - “Conversations about the art of a reader” and “Life. Art. Meetings. There are practically no talents equal to D. N. Zhuravlev. In the last century, these were few - nuggets who achieved everything with hard work and perseverance. In other words, they went the same way as the artist. And in our time, the art of artistic reading, unfortunately, has lost its relevance.

The most talented person left this world in the hot month of July 1991. His grave can be found at the Troekurovsky cemetery in Moscow. On it you can always see fresh bouquets of flowers, which are regularly brought by those who remember, appreciate and love.

Besides his speeches, readings and voice-overs, Dmitry Nikolaevich left one more treasure - his daughter N. D. Zhuravlyova. She did not let her father down and proved that she deserved to be called the daughter of such a talented person. Now Natalya Dmitrievna is an Honored Artist of the Russian Federation.