In Samara, a large Russian city that lies in the Middle Volga region, there are many cultural objects. There are museums, galleries, exhibition halls, concert venues, cultural centers, cinemas. Residents enjoy visiting the puppet theater. Samara is proud of this establishment. Read more about it in the article.
Acquaintance
The state institution of culture (abbreviated as GUK) of the Samara Region "Samara Puppet Theater" is the full name of this cultural object. It is located in a one-story building, the walls of which daily talented actors, directors, artists work tirelessly, creating a fairy tale for the audience.
From the moment of its foundation to today, more than 50 thousand performances have been shown on the theater stage! His repertoire, which expands annually, has 36 productions for children and adults. The directors are inspired by works for the children of Andersen, Chukovsky, Pushkin, Perrault, Marshak. It is interesting that in some performances young spectators act not only as observers, but also as active participants in the action.
The theater participates in various competitions and festivals, becomes the winner of various awards. In his luggage there are many diplomas and awards - "For the best work of the director", "For the best work of the artist", "For the best work of the actor", "For the best possession of the puppet", "For the best performance for children", "Special jury prize" and others.
The Puppet Theater (Samara) is actively touring not only in Russia but also abroad. In his piggy bank are trips to Germany, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Estonia, and India.
History
At the end of the 20s of the last century, the actor of the Samara Youth Theater graduated from puppeteers courses in St. Petersburg (then Leningrad). After that, he returned to his hometown, where he assembled a troupe of 5 puppeteers-parsons, with whom he organized a miniature puppet theater for children. Pilot himself acted as a director, artist and decorator all rolled into one. The troupe enthusiastically took up the development of a new genre and in 1934 was recognized as a professional team.
In June 1941, WWII began, and all the male actors in the troupe went to the front. The theater itself was evacuated to Kuibyshev. Here he does not stop his work. During the war years, 2700 performances were played! And in 1945, the Puppet Theater (Samara) received its first award for the production of The Nutcracker.
After the war, the theater returned to its hometown. Despite everyday difficulties and the harsh post-war years, the team worked harmoniously and hard, reaching new creative heights. The heyday of the theater began in 1971 with the advent of a new chief director - Renz Roman Borisovich. Already in the 80s, the Samara puppeteers were called one of the best in the country.
Performances
The rich repertoire has a puppet theater (Samara). His poster announces such performances for children:
- Goat-Dereza.
- "Luggage".
- "Wild Swans".
- "Kid and Carlson."
- "Swan geese".
- "Lesson of funny musicians."
- "Merry caterpillar."
- "Sleeping Beauty".
- "Rainbow Fish".
- "The swineherd prince."
- "The Scarlet Flower".
- "By magic".
- "Teremok".
- "Chestnut".
- Thumbelina.
- "Masha and the Bear."
- Enchanted Forest.
- "The Tale of the Fisherman and the Fish".
- "Flower-seven-flower".
- "Frost."
And other wonderful performances with which the puppet theater (Samara) pleases the audience. His poster is constantly updated, announcing new wonderful tales that children and adults will surely like.
Where is it and how to get there
Address of the Samara Puppet Theater: 82 Leo Tolstoy Street. The building is located at the intersection of Samarskaya and Leo Tolstoy Streets. Nearby is a green square named after Vysotsky, which can serve as a guide. To get to the theater from its main gate, you need to turn right at the exit, turn left at the first intersection and climb up Samarskaya Street to the next intersection, where you turn right again. Ahead will be the theater building.
Ticket price
The price of tickets to the puppet theater (Samara) ranges from 200 to 250 rubles. Installed by the decision of the administration, depending on the technical complexity and duration of the performance. Each viewer should be surrounded, regardless of age. There are no preferential categories.
The theater hall is designed for 160 seats, while the rows from 1st to 4th are exclusively for children. Given the great popularity of the theater and frequent sold-outs for performances, it is recommended to purchase tickets in advance. This can be done at the box office, which is open from Tuesday to Friday from 11-00 to 17-00, on Saturday and Sunday from 9-30 to 15-30, Monday is a day off.
Reviews
Puppet theater (Samara) is always evaluated positively. Spectators leave rave reviews not only about wonderful, interesting, vibrant and musical performances, but also about the design of the lobby, the work of animators at the entrance, which 30 minutes before the start of the performance hold games and mini-competitions with children.
Since the performances are often updated, and a new action occurs on the stage each time, so many parents bring their children to the theater more than once. Judging by the reviews, each visit gives a good mood, joy and faith in something better.