Parodists of Russia are not just actors or clowns, whom they sometimes consider popularly. The ability to parody is a real art. Representatives of this genre can be called talented for their ability to perceive and copy the behavior of others. The main task of parodists is not only to repeat movements, gestures, timbre and intonation, but also to present to the public in a comical form.
Parody is a literary and entertaining genre, the main feature of which is imitation. Who are they, popular parodists of Russia? You will find a photo and a short biography in this article.
Maksim Galkin
This is one of the youngest and most popular parodists in Russia and the CIS countries. He showed abilities and portrayed loved ones from early childhood, namely, from four years old. Maxim's first serious speech was a parody of Gorbachev, which he demonstrated at the age of 13.
Now this is the most sought after, highly paid and fascinating actor. He began his career with the Variety Theater. Now Maxim is a TV presenter, comedian, director. The best parodies are on B. Yeltsin and M. Gorbachev.
Victor Chistyakov
On the Soviet stage, Viktor Chistyakov is considered a genius of a parody. Despite the fact that the actor died in 1972, at the age of 29, his performances can still be seen on regional television channels. The best work is an imitation of famous singers: E. Piekhe, M. Kristalinskaya, K. Shulzhenko, A. German. The main feature of Chistyakov is the imitation of female voices with incredible sensitivity, which can be inherent only to a brilliant actor.
Elena Stepanenko
This is the Honored Artist of Russia, the title of which was awarded in 1995. Who are they, the most sought after parodists? Russian comedians such as Elena Stepanenko, Maxim Galkin and Evgeny Petrosyan are the most famous and respected in the country. They are invited to New Year's programs of large television channels, they conduct their shows and concert programs.
Such parodists of Russia, like Elena Stepanenko, show their talents from early childhood. She led The Blue Light, The Crooked Mirror, and The Full House. The best imitations are children's and cartoon voices (for example, Scarecrow and Meaucade).
Yuri Stoyanov
Who has not seen the "Town", he will not understand the real worldly humor. Yuri Stoyanov visited countries such as Israel, Armenia and other republics of Transcaucasia with concerts and personal performances, although the colloquial genre is focused only on Russian-speaking citizens. Together with Ilya Oleinikov, they became famous parodists, who for ten years had been conducting the popular television show Gorodok.
"New Russian Grandmas"
This is a unique pop duet of actors Sergei Chvanov and Igor Kasilov. On stage, they are radically transformed into two comedian grandmothers: Claudia Ivanovna Tsvetochka and Matrena Ivanovna Nigmatullina. Russian grandmothers have a special gift that helps viewers plunge into the world of laughter, relax and enjoy the everyday jokes of two pensioners.
Vladimir Vinokur
Such parodists of Russia, like Vladimir Vinokur, belong to the category of artists beloved by the people. Despite his age (69 years), Vladimir Vinokur still goes on tour, performs with his personal concert program and attends public events and exhibitions. Even from school, Vinokur discovered acting data: good hearing and a pleasant, well-set voice.
Russian parodists are the real pride of the country. All of them are known not only at home, but also abroad. Every year they make dozens of tours to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Belarus, Armenia and Moldova. Performances carry a huge positive charge and acquaint with the comic aspects of the life of Russians.