In 1990, on the screens of cinemas with great success was the film "Ghost" with Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore in the lead roles. Then all the spectators were touched by the plot, which spoke about the existence of true love, and the film was awarded two Academy Award. And now, in 2017, they decided to revive this touching story within the walls of the Moscow Youth House (MDM).
The premiere of the musical "Ghost" in Moscow
For the first time, this theatrical production appeared at the Opera House in Manchester in 2011. For 6 years, the musical "Ghost" has visited countries such as Italy, Hungary, South Korea, Austria, Brazil, China, Mexico, Argentina, the Philippines and even Taiwan. This picture caused a storm of emotions in the audience, ranging from tears due to injustice, ending with laughter caused by the beautiful heroine Oda May Brown. Having conquered almost half of the globe, in 2016, British producer Bill Kenwright decided to create a newer version for viewers in the UK, which is distinguished by its brevity.
On the stage of the legendary MDM, the performance was born under the direction of director-choreographer Alistair David. Alexey Ivashchenko adapted the text for the Russian audience. Unusual and mesmerizing virtual sets that make the viewer part of the musical were created specifically for production in Russia by the Rocket Media Studio. For the first time, Muscovites were able to see a romantic musical history on October 7, 2017. Leaving only positive reviews about the musical "Ghost" in Moscow, the production continues to delight the viewer.
Music in the musical
You will hear familiar tunes that are played by a live orchestra. The whole musical is built on live sound and high-quality musical equipment that can melt even the coldest heart with every note.
The plot of the musical "Ghost"
The exciting plot, which will especially conquer the female part of the audience, is quite close to the film.
The plot focuses on the story that a person’s soul after his death hangs between the world of the living and the world of the dead, if he has a mission “among people”. The action takes place in the city of New York. It is worth noting that throughout the performance you begin to notice how the city becomes one of the heroes of the unfolding events.
On the stage, the ordinary life of citizens is played out, where everyone has their own concerns and problems. The main characters of the picture are the successful financier Sam and the talented young sculptor Molly. This pair of lovers moves to a new apartment, which they have long dreamed of, here they continue to build joint plans for the future.
In one second, everything changes when lovers become victims of a night robber when they return home. As a result, Sam dies in Molly’s arms. Despite the death of the body, the soul of a young man remains in the world of people.
Subsequently, the protagonist finds out that his death is not accidental, but planned by his colleague and best friend - Karl Bruner. But how to tell beloved Molly that now she is also in great danger, because Carl is now not a step back from the girl?
Acquaintance with the Ghost of the Underground brings Sam knowledge about the movement of objects by the power of thought in the living world, as well as a meeting with the quack medium Oda May, who begins to hear the voice of a young ghost, gives a chance to save Molly.
With the help of new friends, Sam has the opportunity to avenge his own death and save his beloved. Going to heaven with a sense of accomplishment, Sam pronounces the most important words for Molly - about his love.
Where is the musical Ghost in Moscow?
The famous pop musical was decided to be staged within the walls of the Moscow Youth Palace (MDM). MDM has become a special venue for high-profile musical productions. Such famous paintings as “Cats”, “Mamma Mia!”, “Beauty and the Beast”, “Chicago”, “Phantom of the Opera” and many others were performed on its stage. All musicals staged on this stage were a huge success and won the hearts of the audience. MDM has a convenient location: near the center of Moscow, the metro is a few meters away. Motorists can use the underground parking. MDM Theater can be found at: metro Frunzenskaya, Komsomolsky prospekt, 28.
The cast of the musical
The actors of the musical "Ghost" are selected with particular accuracy from both the actor and the vocal side. Theater actors known to the audience in the musicals Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, and many others were selected for the main roles. The main male roles are occupied by Pavel Levkin, who played Sam, and Stanislav Belyaev, who played Karl, who graduated from the Moscow Art Theater School. The main female roles were played by the role of Molly - Galina Bezruk - the finalist of the New Wave contest and the role of Oda May Brown - Maria Ivanova - Honored Artist of Russia, actress of the Satyricon Theater. The actors of the musical "Ghost" worked very professionally and competently.
The poster of the musical "Ghost" in Moscow
This picture has a fairly extensive schedule of shows, the actors are ready to delight lovers of touching stories daily. From October 7 to December 31, you can get to one of the main events of 2017. The musical team made a convenient schedule of performances: from Tuesday to Friday there is a chance to get to the evening sessions at 19:00, on weekends a day session is provided - at 13:00, evening - at 18:00. Thus, viewers can get to one of the most sincere and fascinating productions.
Ghost Musical Tickets
Like all theater productions in Moscow, you can purchase tickets through various ticket sites, but, unfortunately, you will encounter a mark-up on them, which, as a rule, does not suit everyone. Judging by the reviews, the Ghost musical in Moscow is worth buying tickets on the official websites of MDM and the musical itself (prividenie.com). Do not forget about the box office of the MDM theater, where you will definitely not be charged a service charge. After all, it will save money up to 10%. The price of tickets for the musical "Ghost" starts at 900 rubles.
The musical "Ghost" in Moscow: reviews
The musical "Ghost" caused a lot of emotions in people. Someone tried to compare the musical with the film, someone saw something new in the production. Of course, both positive and negative positions have been expressed on various portals and forums on the Internet.
Reviews for the musical "Ghost" in Moscow were divided. The acting was highly appreciated, the voices of the main characters, which are filled with volume, sound deep and rich, forcing the viewer to believe in every movement and in every note. Among the scenes I liked was the climax of Oda Brown and the ensemble, which was striking in its brilliance.
Opinions were divided on the scenery: some believed that technical innovations helped create an atmosphere of penetration into the story itself, while others agreed that the scenery was boring and monotonous.
Among the negative reviews about the musical Ghost in Moscow was the so-called “scene with a potter’s wheel” to the main melody of the work “Unchained melody”. Many found that the moment described was held in a playful way, thereby one of the key scenes lost its romantic mood.