Theaters of Yoshkar-Ola are known not only in the Republic of Mari El, but also far beyond its borders. They feature productions of various genres. These are operas, ballets, and puppet shows, and fairy tales, and musicals. Today we will talk about the Mari State Opera and Ballet Theater named after Eric Sapaev.
Theaters of Yoshkar-Ola
There are six professional theaters in the capital of the Mari El Republic . Each has its own unique repertoire.
Theaters of Yoshkar-Ola:
- Puppet Theatre.
- Drama named after G. Konstantinov.
- Opera House named after E. Sapaev.
- ACE.
- National drama named after Shketan.
- Russian theater.
Opera theatre
The Musical Drama Theater (that was the name it was originally called from) began its career in 1968. His first performance was the opera Akpatyr, written by composer Eric Sapaev, which is still included in the repertoire. Drama actors, students of the vocal studio at the theater, soloists of the song and dance ensemble, amateur artists, teachers and students of the music school took part in it. Soon the troupe was replenished with graduates of conservatories and choreographic schools in Moscow, Leningrad, Krasnodar, Kazan, Penza and Khabarovsk.
In the seventies, the theater was divided into two separate ones - musical and dramatic. The first ballet in the city was staged in 1973. It was called "Forest Legend." Music for him was written by composer A. B. Luppov. The plot of the libretto is based on Mari tales and legends. A new version of the ballet was released in 2005. And today he adorns the repertoire.
In the 80s, the Eric Sapaev Opera and Ballet Theater reached a new professional level. A symphony orchestra appeared. The repertoire expanded, in addition to operas and ballets, in it appeared musical comedies, operettas and musicals.
The Mari State Opera and Ballet Theater named after Eric Sapaev - this name was given to the collective in 1994.
The artistic director today is Konstantin Ivanov. Thanks to him, the theater organizes several prestigious, major festivals. On its stage are the original classical ballets that have received prizes and awards. Konstantin Ivanov is the initiator of the invitation to participate in the theater productions of famous dancers from the best ballet troupes of the country and the world. And also the Mari opera collaborates with eminent choreographers, directors and conductors.
The E. Sapaev Theater is the only stage in Russia where the legendary triptych by Karl Orff was staged.
Among the festivals organized by the Mari Opera, the "Summer Seasons" attract particular attention. Within its framework, such complex and large-scale productions as “Sadko”, “Tsar's Bride”, “Swan Lake” and so on are demonstrated in the open air. The stage, where performances take place, is located on the banks of the Volga River, under the walls of the Sheremetev Castle.
In 2014, another building was opened for the Opera and Ballet Theater. It is built using modern technology and equipped with the latest technology. Its architecture is consistent with the best European theaters.
Theater of Opera and Ballet. E. Sapaeva is one of the leading in Russia.
In addition to festivals, creative forums are held for young artists, choreographers, directors, theater experts and simply art lovers.
The theater has been conducting creative experiments since 2014. On his stage, young choreographers have the opportunity to present their debut projects. This is a unique opportunity to try yourself, to declare your identity, perhaps to become famous, loved and get a ticket to life. Konstantin Ivanov believes that it is very important to carry out such events. This project is important not only for young choreographers and spectators. It is necessary for the theater itself. Thanks to this project, the Yorkshar-Ola Opera can demonstrate its capabilities to the Ministry of Culture, critics and experts. It is very important for the team to show that it has a good base for holding such events and knows how to organize them.
Today, Yoshkar-Ola is one of the largest theater centers in Russia. And it is safe to say that over time it will only develop. The enthusiasm of the leader contributes a lot to this.
Opera repertoire
The playbill of the theater offers the audience classical and modern productions.
Opera performances:
- "Akpatyr".
- "Koschei the Immortal".
- "La Traviata."
- Rigoletto.
- "Don Pasquale."
- "Love for three oranges."
- The Queen of Spades.
- "Boris Godunov".
- "Christmas Eve".
- "Iolanta" and others.
Ballet repertoire
The playbill of the theater offers the audience the following ballets:
- "Don Quixote".
- "Carmina Burana".
- "Romeo and Juliet".
- The Triumph of Aphrodite.
- "Vasilisa the Beautiful."
- "Catulli Carmine."
- "Sleeping Beauty".
- Esmeralda.
- "And laughter, and tears, and ballet."
- "Timur and his team".
- "Flower-seven-flower".
- “Spartak is the triumph of the winner” and others.
Troupe
The Opera and Ballet Theater named after Eric Sapaev is a big troupe. It includes singers, dancers, choristers and musicians.
Theater artists:
- Nadezhda Kaysarova.
- Lyudmila Ushakova.
- Svetlana Ryabinina.
- Evgeny Rozov.
- Vladislav Kalashnikov.
- Maxim Paly.
- Dmitry Kogan.
- Artyom Vedenkin.
- Svetlana Sergeeva.
- Alexander Samokhvalov.
- Marina Nikolaeva.
- Lyudmila Koroleva.
- Mayuka Sato.
- Alexey Belavin.
- Fedor Avdeev.
- Eva Kovalenko.
- Svetlana Sushkina.
- Vladimir Hamraev and many others.
Artistic director
Konstantin Anatolyevich Ivanov is one of the most sought after and titled dancers in Russia. He rightfully awarded the title "Honored Artist of the Russian Federation." K. Ivanov - cultural adviser to the President of the Republic. In 2006, he was awarded the Soul of Dance Award. K. A. Ivanov - laureate of the State Prize. And also he has the title of "People's Artist of the Republic of Mari El."
Konstantin Anatolyevich brilliantly graduated from the Moscow Academy of Choreography in 1992. Immediately after completing his studies, he was accepted into the troupe of the Bolshoi Theater. There he soon became a leading dancer. In 1996, he was educated as a tutor-tutor. And in 2007 - the director-choreographer.
K. Ivanov happened to work with the leading choreographers of our country. He has won many awards at various competitions of international importance. Konstantin Anatolyevich’s partners were the leading ballerinas of the country and the world.
K. Ivanov became the artistic director of the Mari Theater named after E. Sapaev in 2001.
Festivals
The Opera and Ballet Theater named after Eric Sapaev is the organizer of several festivals:
- Festival "Winter evenings." His program includes ballets, operettas, musicals and operas. Spectators have the opportunity to get acquainted with the work of leading soloists of the best theaters.
- Ballet Festival named after Galina Ulanova. This is a unique project. The most high-class dancers of the world participate in the performances of the festival.
- "Summer Seasons". As part of this project, open-air opera and ballet performances are held.
- Festival "Music of friendship". This is a competition among young vocalists. His program includes master classes from famous soloists and teachers.
Where is
The Opera and Ballet Theater named after Eric Sapaev is located at Komsomolskaya Street, house number 130. This is the city center. Nearby are several attractions. This is the National Theater named after M. Shketan, the Agricultural College, the Radiomechanical College, the School of Culture and Arts, the National Bank. A little further away are the City Center and Central Market.