In the age of modern technology, theatrical art does not lose its relevance. Favorite artists still delight the audience with their play in the plays of famous authors. The presence of a professional scene in small provincial cities is especially important. In Serpukhov, Moscow Region, remarkable productions are prepared for local residents and guests by the Serpukhov Musical Drama Theater.
History
The building of the theater in Serpukhov is a cultural monument. Its founder was the former opera singer of the Bolshoi Theater Govorov, nee Serpukhovich. He persuaded the local merchant Malakhovtsev to build a theater in the city. True, initially the building was more like a warehouse. The reason for this was the merchant’s disbelief that this idea would be successful. In case of failure, he planned to use the building for commercial purposes. However, Govorov insisted that the scene meet all professional requirements.
In 1915, the construction of the theater was completed. Fears of the merchant did not materialize. The Serpukhov audience fell in love with the theater and enjoyed visiting it. In 1938, thanks to the artistic director of the troupe, Yuryev Yu.F., it included not only professional actors, but also talented participants in amateur performances. Boris Kamchatov, permanent director of the city theater in 1942-1985, put a lot of effort into the development of the cultural institution.
With the onset of the 1990s, difficult times came for the troupe, since the premises could be transferred to private ownership. But after the restoration, namely in 2005, the theater reopened the doors for its fans. It is located at Chekhov street, 58/27.
Theater repertoire
Over the years of its activity, the creative team of the Serpukhov Music and Drama Theater has pleased the residents and visitors of the city with productions of works not only by classics, but also by contemporary authors. Among them are:
- “Bravo, Laurencia” (Ptushkina);
- “We will be counted as our people” (Ostrovsky);
- “The moral of Mrs. Dulskaya” (Zapolskaya), etc.
The troupe also has work for young viewers:
- “The Birthday of Leopold the Cat” - a musical tale by Hight;
- “In Search of the New Year” - a New Year's fairy tale;
- "Princess Ice Cream" is a New Year's fairy tale.
The repertoire of the Serpukhov Music and Drama Theater has many interesting performances directed by Pavel Tsepenyuk, his artistic director. Among them are the following works:
- "The finest hour" (K. Ludwig);
- “Country novel” (V. Konstantinov and B. Razer);
- “Divas” (C. Ludwig);
- “The Fox and the Grapes” (G. Figueiredo);
- “Models of the season” (G. Ryabkin) and others.
Among the latest vivid performances, one can note the production of Tatyana Churikova's “The Story of a Princess”. In it, the viewer could see not only the actors of the troupe, but also young Serpukhov actresses who are engaged in a theater studio working at the theater.
Performance "Star hour"
The scene of the comedy by K. Ludwig, staged by the artistic director of the Serpukhov Music and Drama Theater Pavel Tsepenyuk, is America of the 1930s. In the story, the famous opera singer on tour because of the circumstances, a replacement was required. But no one believes in the talent of the young tenor, who is able to sing Othello's part instead. And here the audience will find interesting and unusual adventures invented by the author. The performance is bright, fun and dynamic. Events are developing rapidly, from the very first minutes in the hall, artists hear sincere laughter, which is the highest appreciation of comedic images embodied by them on the stage. An excellent play of the actors was complemented by beautiful costumes and scenery. The premiere of the performance took place on March 26 and 27, 2017 and was timed to coincide with the Theater Day.
Serpukhov Musical Drama Theater: audience reviews
Residents of the city love this place and give their feedback on the work of his creative team.
- Citizens consider their spiritual family atmosphere a feature of their provincial theater.
- Fans of theatrical art were pleasantly surprised by the unusual decision of the play "Uncle Vanya", in which the audience sat on the stage, and the actors played in the hall.
- The audience responds with enthusiasm about the productions of Pavel Tsepenyuk.
- Also, fans fell in love with the traditional annual theatrical "skits".
- Regular spectators advise visiting a small cozy buffet located in the basement, which is also an integral part of the theater.