One of the favorite vacation spots of Muscovites and guests of the capital is the circus on Vernadsky Avenue. This building, despite the fact that it was built in the 70s of the 20th century, still remains the largest stationary circus in the world. Therefore, it is here that for several years one of the most popular international circus art festivals, Idol, has been held. Recently, all the best performances of several recent festivals have been collected. They entered the program, which was presented in the circus on Vernadsky. The Idol gala show received mostly enthusiastic feedback from the audience, as it brought together many winners and record holders in one performance, creating a unique program.
Circus on Vernadsky
Here is the largest circus in Europe. It was built in 1971, but is the most unusual and unique. The circus holds more than 3 thousand spectators. The height of its amphitheater is 36 meters. But the most interesting thing in the tech arena. It is created in such a way as to be transformed into various modifications. The spacious equipment room at a depth of 18 meters was designed by architect Belopolsky. It allows you to transform the playpen. You can get horse, ice, illusion, water arena and even interactive. This allows you to create unique shows and various theatrical circus performances. It is no coincidence that this circus is called the best attraction in the world.
More than a hundred diverse programs were presented at the arena of the Big Moscow Circus. All of them are unique and unique in their own way, they are spectacular spectacular shows. But many note that the program of the Idol gala show is especially interesting. For five years Moscow has been inviting artists from many countries of the world for this contest.
Festival of Circus Art "Idol"
The best artists from around the world have been bringing their numbers to Moscow for five years now. This festival has been held since 2012. Artists from Tanzania, China, Spain, Mongolia, India and many other countries perform at it. The festival itself lasts several days, and turns into a colorful spectacular show, which many spectators come to see. The best numbers are selected by an international jury. Media awards and audience awards are also determined, which do not always coincide with the opinions of professionals.
In 2017, the fifth Idol festival was held, with more than 200 artists performing. Many of the rooms were unique and caused a lot of rave reviews. But this festival was not only interesting, but also tragic. On the arena, one of the acrobats from China died. He performed a unique number - in a row six flips of mortal. The first time he got the number well, but when the trick was repeated, the artist lost his orientation, fell and broke his spine.
Festival winners
At the last Idol festival, prizes were distributed as follows:
- The first place was unanimously given to the number "The Secret of My Soul" performed by gymnasts from Russia.
- He shared the first place with them and also received a golden idol number with trained tigers from the circus Gia Eradze.
- The number "Russian Cossacks" got the second place.
- In addition, tightrope walkers over the net and the high school of riding were shared with them a silver idol, both numbers were performed by artists from Russia.
- Four numbers won the bronze idol: Tango on air canvases (Spain-Italy), acrobats from China, Russian gymnasts on horizontal bars and the clownish trio “Without Socks”.
Grand prix of the festival was won by acrobats with throwing boards from the DPRK. In addition, the media prize marked the number “Merry singing from a bamboo grove” performed by acrobats from China. These and some numbers of past winners were presented at the Idol gala show, tickets for which were sold out quickly. The filled hall and the applause of the audience clearly testified to the success of the performance. Festival "Idol" is the most spectacular and interesting show, which recently represented the circus on Vernadsky.
Gala show "Idol"
Reviews of this performance mark its unusual and unique character. After all, it presents the best numbers from all five world festivals "Idol". Almost two months this bright show went on in the Big Moscow Circus on Vernadsky Avenue. The most diverse numbers of artists from around the world have received many rave reviews. This is a performance of unusual animals, and gymnasts, and actobats. Of course, not without clowns. The duration of the Idol gala show is almost three hours, but this time flies by unnoticed by viewers of any age.
To create a festive mood, the ballet of the Big Moscow Circus in unique costumes, which were specially created for the 5th festival "Idol", performs. Both the costumes and the scenery are decorated in the style of Russian painting. They have elements of Khokhloma, Gzhel and other areas. Spectators enjoyed going to the "Idol" gala show. Discounts on tickets, which were provided in some cases, made it possible for people with any income to attend the show.
Show program
For almost two months this incredible performance went on at the Great Moscow Circus. Viewers saw unique performances, each of which is itself a theatrical show. The best artists from around the world presented their work here. You could see these numbers:
- Acrobats from Tanzania.
- Trained monkeys under the leadership of Andrei Teplygin.
- Voltigeurs with a rope from Mongolia.
- The Duo Requiem stunt on air belts from artists from Colombia.
- The only trained rhino in Russia.
- Tightrope walkers over the net from the Great Moscow Circus.
- Unique number of aerial gymnast Alexandra Levitskaya-Spiridonova.
- A dangerous trick of artists from Italy Marco and Priscilla.
- Theatrical number "Russian Cossacks".
- Clown trio from the Big Moscow Circus.
This gala show has no analogues, it is unique and incredible. Under the leadership of Askold Zapashny, an amazing theatrical performance was created. Each issue of the gala show is a small story that did not leave any spectator indifferent.
Performance animals
In addition to ordinary artists, many animals appear on the show. Particularly noteworthy is the unique number with white tigers. Spectators were struck by the grace of predators and the understanding that formed between them and the trainer. He constantly hugged and stroked them, but they did not growl and wave their paws, as is often the case.
Interesting performance of a trained rhino. This is the only such number in Russia. Under the leadership of the Honored Artist of Russia Sergey Nesterov, the rhinoceros walked in a circle, rolling his trainer. In addition, the trained amused the audience. Under the guidance of their trainer Andrei Teplygin, they rode in a car, on a bicycle, arranged a concert and even scattered confetti from the airship.
Clowns at the performance
During the presentation of the Idol gala show, viewers not only admired the skill of trainers or gymnasts. After each room they were allowed to relax and have fun. The performance of the unusual clown trio did not leave anyone indifferent. Honored Artist of Russia Oksana Neskladnaya pretty amused the audience. And the duet of clowns Eugene Minin and Eugene Maykhrosky presented interesting numbers: "Pushkin's Duel", "About Little Red Riding Hood" and many others. The description of the Idol gala show cannot convey the atmosphere that actually existed there.
The most interesting numbers
During the presentation of the gala show "Idol" the audience was breathtaking from admiration and fear more than once. After all, the modern circus shows the amazing abilities of a person, the possibilities of body plasticity and strength. Some performances were on the brink of science fiction. Artists demonstrated their skills, each of the numbers is unique and bright in its own way. Tiny special effects, beautiful, dramatic and often dangerous tricks - all this was presented on the show.
Acrobats from Tanzania amazed the audience with their indefatigable energy. Their clear and well-coordinated work and calm performance of complex numbers did not leave anyone indifferent. A duet of aerialists from Colombia forced them to hold their breath in fear and admiration - they performed without insurance. Similar emotions were experienced by the audience at the performance of Marco and Priscilla from Italy with the number "Double risk". Marco threw knives and shot from a crossbow into a spinning wheel on which Priscilla was located.
And many other numbers greatly impressed the audience. But everyone especially liked the atmosphere of the holiday that circus performers on Vernadsky can create.
Gala show "Idol": reviews
Like all the Zapashny brothers' projects, the audience likes this show. Many enthusiastic reviews about the performance were left by those who were lucky enough to attend it. Both adults and children liked it. Only some parents say that for three hours it’s hard for some kids to endure, but the older kids were delighted. Like all the performances in the circus on Vernadsky, the gala show "Idol" received such deserved reviews. Indeed, in it, as in other programs, everything is thought out to the smallest detail. In addition to the high skill of the artists, the audience was impressed by the music, the scenery and the general atmosphere of the show. Almost all viewers say that they experienced a maximum of positive emotions.